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Is it better to us job filter or inside sponge filter? And do I need t use air stonebubbler?
 
I have a hang on back filter currently made for 10 gallon tank. I was going to use it to keep from having to buy new filter. I was going to use media or sponge to break up flow. will this be okay?
 
What are you planning to keep?

I think either will work depending on what you're keeping and how you manage flow. I have three alpine newts in a 20 long, and used an Eheim 2217 canister filter. The flow would've been too strong had I not diffused the output across a large piece of driftwood sticking out of the water. I use a sponge filter now for unrelated reasons.

A HOB can be strong for small tanks. I used an Aquaclear for my betta's 10 gallon and it was way too strong. I use a sponge filter now.

Good luck!
 
As long as you thoroughly place the sponge over the HOB waterfall and break up most of the current, your idea should work well! :D
 
Here's a good clip on how to reduce the output flow for a HOB filter. It's economical and shouldn't cost you anything: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1W4OTWswHCE

Notice that a sponge, held by elastic band, is also placed around the input valve to reduce suction from that body of water. Again, cost effective and shouldn't cost you a dollar.

You can use air stones for axolotls but just keep in mind that the external gills may reduce in size over time due to an increase in dissolved oxygen.
 
i use 2 canisters and a powerhead sponge filter. 30 long, 4 adult breeders. 5 years old and going.
 

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