AmberSunrise
Reef enthusiast
I just wanted some opinions from anyone who has done a tank upgrade/transfer.
I have set up my new 55g about 5 days ago, it has some new sand as well as a few scoops from each of my smaller tanks and also almost all of my live rock in it already. Many snails and a few crabs ended up hitchhiking and have been scooting around they all seem to be perfectly fine.
How long do you guys wait to start adding the fish to the new tank? I am testing the water but not seeing any cycle type readings which I dont really expect since I am using my established rocks and sand. Or should I force a cycle using shrimp?
I dont want to rush it but I would like to move it all and break down the other 2 tanks.
Would you suggest being more patient and waiting or would you say its safe to start the transfer?
I have set up my new 55g about 5 days ago, it has some new sand as well as a few scoops from each of my smaller tanks and also almost all of my live rock in it already. Many snails and a few crabs ended up hitchhiking and have been scooting around they all seem to be perfectly fine.
How long do you guys wait to start adding the fish to the new tank? I am testing the water but not seeing any cycle type readings which I dont really expect since I am using my established rocks and sand. Or should I force a cycle using shrimp?
I dont want to rush it but I would like to move it all and break down the other 2 tanks.
Would you suggest being more patient and waiting or would you say its safe to start the transfer?