the cycle is over

cmunger

New Member
Well the tank is cycled, now what? It has been about 3 and a half weeks and finaly all tests are good. I plan on a fish only tank. I guess i just am looking for some guidance. Shuld i get a cleaning crew first? Or does it even matter how i go from here? Its been a while since i have done this i just want to make sure that this time it is a good experience.
Right now i have 2 damsels, LS, and LR.
Unfortunantly i didn't here about the shrimp thing until after i already had the damsels but they made it and are diong fine.
Another question i have is, is there anything i can add to the tank or do so i dont have to worry about diseases and such? Last time i got my first fish i came home with the fish and ick.
Thanks for the help.
Chris
 

syres1

Member
Iterduce your new fish slowly leave to closed bad with the fish in your tank for about 15 min then add a cup or 2 of your water wait about 10 more min and you should be good to go, dont just throw the fish in. You dont want to jump into ice water, you'll go into shock. Make sure all your tests come out good the salt too. add 2 fish per week and yes it is good to start with your cleaners first the basics are hermitcrabbs and turbo snails add 2 crabs and 1 snail per 5 gallons of water that should do it
 
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