Amaranth
Aquarium Advice Newbie
Hello everyone!
I'm currently working on getting all my stuff together for a 5.5 gallon (FW) tank. I believe I have most of what I need (still working on a heater and some lighting). I'm planning on getting a male betta, possibly some neon tetras, since my roommate loves them, but not for a while.
Now my dilemma is this: I'm going to be moving back to school in a little less than two months. So I'm wondering if I should start on cycling now, wait until I get up to school, or what. I'm inclined to think I should begin cycling now, but I'm a little concerned about transporting everything up (it's about 2 hours away). I don't think that would hurt my bacteria colonies, but I'm more concerned with spills, etc. So, does anyone have any guidance one way or the other? Travel tips? Any other suggestions about possible tankmates? I know that's a common topic, I've read a few other threads about it, so sorry to ask again.
Thanks in advance for your help!