@Andy the minion thanks for the further advice. So this is the first time I'm using activated carbon in my system, and just wanted to double check whether you use this in your set up with plants? Or if anyone else does or strictly does not?
Been looking around the net and seen some people recommending that you dont use AC with plant fertilisers, is this wise advice?
currently been using the Easy Life Pro Fito for my plants, and its generally been working wonders along with the Easy Life Liquid CO2.
Also, this is the first time using ceramic rings in the filter setup, but my understanding is its just another breeding ground for bacteria.
Update on the pregnant guppies:
One of them has given birth, as we've seen 3 guppy fry's swimming around the tank!! Another one of the females looks like she will be close to giving birth soon.
We didn't bother going with a separate breeding container/net, as we read that the average spawn is anywhere between 30-50 fry (sometimes 100+). With our tank getting close the max capacity, we'd have to get a new tank for all the babies!
So going with a survival of the fittest approach for now, but hopefully we'll need a new tank