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...ight lighting, protien skimmer, live sand and all the proper necessities of saltwater. While the tank was "cycling" for a month, I researched fish and compatabilities. I have been caring for saltwater...
...etimes used today for takeout Oriental food. And one more thing: the tank was brand new (who ever heard of cycling an aquarium?) when I put in the first purchase of fish. I didn't want the poor fish ...
...y of Lanids One of the monthly aquarium magazines just published an interesting bit of information about cycling a newly established tank to get rid of the ammonia spikes that are deadly to fish. Fi...
... the other. 10. Fishes You shouldn't add fishes right from the start. There are many articles on fishless cycling in the net. IMO (and not only IMO) it is better to choose schools of small fishes tha...
... is the best route to get the babies into the 10 gal as quickly as possible without sudden death or a long cycling period?? I am still a newbie!:unsure:...
I have a 20 gallon tank. I set it up 2 weeks ago from today [April 29th,09] and started cycling it with 2 Dwarf Gourami's [one died though. I think they where both males even though the girl at the p
...ngredients listed on the bottle.) ____________________________ Understanding the Nitrogen Cycle... ( cycling a tank.. your water parameters will read as follows) Stage/Week 1: Ammonia... zer...
OK, I have three Balloon Mollies in my 29g and a 10g that has been cycling with no fish, just plants. I now think the 10g is going to have to be turned into a nursery for balloon molly fry. The two f
Hi All: I have a 72 gallon bow FOWLR tank. I added 90 lbs of live Fiji rock on Dec 21. Since it is a new setup I did not cure the rock figuring I'd cycle the tank with the rock. Lights out since the
...etimes used today for takeout Oriental food. And one more thing: the tank was brand new (who ever heard of cycling an aquarium?) when I put in the first purchase of fish. I didn't want the poor fis...
...uary. In this tank I have dealt with fin&tail rot, fungus infections, swim bladder disease, and of course cycling. I live cycled it with a few fish, but after quite a few fish dieing, I put prime and...
In my last message I stated that I thought I had finished the cycle period, but the last 3 days I have been keeping track and my readings of the last 3 days have been: Amm---0 Nitrite---.5 Nitrate-
...es and a swordtail. Here's where the nitrite issue comes in. I've been learning quite rapidly about the cycling process over the last couple of weeks. Funny how they did not mention anything about ...
I just finished cycling my 40 gal tank using pure amonina and I now have my amonina and nitrite readings down to 0. Now I am suppose to do a major water change, so how many gal of water should I be t
How long should you cycle a 55 gallon fish tank for.:huh:
...Metal stand, top, light and gravel. He even gave me a free 10 gallon with every thing. Right now i'm still cycling it but I hope to Have it ready by may:)...
One of the monthly aquarium magazines just published an interesting bit of information about cycling a newly established tank to get rid of the ammonia spikes... Article moved to the blog, too good
...5 gal freshwater tank for 5 months. PH=7.8, Ammonia=0, Nitrite=0, and Nitrate=20. 3 Danios (from original cycling) 3 Pepper 3 Julie Cories, 3 Clown Loach, 3 Platties, 3 Dwarf goramies, 8 Harliquin R...
Most of the time when somebody mentions dither fish it seems to be in relation to cycling an aquarium. The name just doesn't fit, so I consulted Mr. Webster and Mr. Google. Dither means something like
...ed the one filter (Shark ADV600) to the new tank, as it had built up bacteria in it and would help out the cycling process. The new tank came with a Fluval 304 external filter, but it didn't work, so...
is it true that putting fish that doesnt need a fully cycled water can make cycling more faster for other fishes who need a fully cycled water? i was told i could used some fishes to make cycling easi
How long should it take a 35-40 gallon tank to cycle? The tank was running before, but when my aunt gave it to me we drained it, and when i got it home i rinsed it out with the hose, and cleaned the
...y don't have anywhere to put it,,,but trust me I will find room). As with everyone else, I really hate the cycling process. I will have a seeded sponge filter and plastic plants from established tanks...
...nt want my fish to die is there any way to prevent it can i put the fish in a bucket while the aquarium is cycling...
...nt want my fish to die is there any way to prevent it can i put the fish in a bucket while the aquarium is cycling...
... all for fifty bucks!! so he brought it over and i set it up tomorrow I'm gonna set it up and begin the cycling process. I'm gonna have a nice big tank for Angela's rainbow fish. Those bows are gon...
...eep the population under control. I also got some pretty new white gravel for the new tank!yay! let the cycling begin! :) (I'm always open for advice)...
...tarted a 47 gallon tank-- our second. After filling it with a mix of water from old tank and new water and cycling for a few days, we added one cichlid (trying to save it from agressive male) and the ...
...e tanks except the betta one went milky white and is now crystal clear. Any suggestions to speed up the cycling or am I doing anything wrong? Robert...
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