How to treat a cloudy tank
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Could you give us more info about how old the tank is? Is it cycled? How many fish? Water parameter?
so you haven't cycled the tank?
Please read about nitrogen cycle.
8 cichlids in a 20gal tank sounds also very crowded to me.
Please where are the experts here? More opinions please.
you have posted that you have the tank running for about two weeks.
Cycling a tank takes at least 6 to 8 weeks.
Do you have a water testing kit?
What are the readings for:
Ammonia
Nitrate
Nitrite
ph
your water is cloudy and that could be bacteria bloom which happens in the early stages of cycling a tank. I strongly recommend to test your water on a daily base to keep your fish safe during the cycling process.
Cycling a tank takes at least 6 to 8 weeks.
Do you have a water testing kit?
What are the readings for:
Ammonia
Nitrate
Nitrite
ph
your water is cloudy and that could be bacteria bloom which happens in the early stages of cycling a tank. I strongly recommend to test your water on a daily base to keep your fish safe during the cycling process.
threnjen
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Turtle71 is correct. Cycling your tank is code for more than running your equipment - it's shorthand for the process of building your nitrogen cycle to support your fish.
Now that you have fish already, you're in the process of what is called a "fish-in" cycle and you will need to take steps to keep your fish safe.
I just learned about cycling but I already have fish. What now?! - Aquarium Advice
The cloudiness is expected. Don't replace your filter. If the sponge has gunk, swish it in old tank water. You'll need the test kit - API Master Freshwater Test Kit - $20 on Amazon.
I also agree with Turtle71 about your stocking selections, but I try to focus on the cycling help. Other people will likely chime in about that though.
Now that you have fish already, you're in the process of what is called a "fish-in" cycle and you will need to take steps to keep your fish safe.
I just learned about cycling but I already have fish. What now?! - Aquarium Advice
The cloudiness is expected. Don't replace your filter. If the sponge has gunk, swish it in old tank water. You'll need the test kit - API Master Freshwater Test Kit - $20 on Amazon.
I also agree with Turtle71 about your stocking selections, but I try to focus on the cycling help. Other people will likely chime in about that though.
We all know that setting up a tank can be a challenge and many questions will arise on the way through. Whatever help you need just ask.
Good luck
