Adding Ammonia

[jk315]

Why do I see a lot of people adding ammonia to their tank? Is it because they're doing a fishless cycle? I have a few fish in my tank thats cycling now do I have to worry about adding ammonia? Thanks

 

[jcolon]

It's more than likely for fish-less cycling .... or they're trying to kill off their stock... I would hope it's for the former.

 

[George9]

Why do I see a lot of people adding ammonia to their tank? Is it because they're doing a fishless cycle? I have a few fish in my tank thats cycling now do I have to worry about adding ammonia? Thanks

Yup, for fishless cycling.

 

[Vol4Ever]

And, by the way, do NOT add ammonia if you already have fish. Their little digestive systems add it for you!

 

[5x5]

Yes, that's one of the techniques for doing a fishless cycle. As stated, you absolutely do not want to add ammonia if you have fish in the tank, as it can damage or kill them.