what kind of shrimp do I use to start my cycle?

[gate2wire]

The tank is set up for for four days now and it looks great. However I don't want to sacrifice any fish to start my cycle. What type of shrimp do I use to get the cycle going? How many? and for how long? Any input would be great. The tank is 92gal and will be adding live rock this coming saturday.

 

[boadyboom]

just throw in 1 or 2 cocktail shrimp raw and just let it sit in there

 

[rjmang]

Where are you getting the live rock from? I you are getting it online, I have heard that placing the rock in the tank will be sufficient to cycle the tank.

 

[ratpack]

i use 2 cleaner shimp. one of them die trying to escape. there were so cute 1 little one and a big one. but the big one survive the hole cycle and still in the tank:joy:

 

[big slick]

Did you get your lights up? you didn't get your shrimp last night, did you?

 

[bang guy]

Originally posted by gate2wire
However I don't want to sacrifice any fish to start my cycle. What type of shrimp do I use to get the cycle going?
Welcome!!!
Good for you for not making a Damsel suffer.
After you get your rock just feed your tank flaked fish food just like you would if you had a couple small fish in there. A pinch once or twice a day will do.
If you want to use shrimp that'll work too but do it after your live rock is in. Any type of cocktail or salad shrimp will do.

 

[gate2wire]

Originally posted by Big Slick
Did you get your lights up? you didn't get your shrimp last night, did you?

they are up now, shrimp in today.