Another powerhead is already on order, definitely want that before fish come in. When you say a nutrient issue, should I be adding something to the tank? Using instant ocean with rodi water and other than live rock a shrimp and some fish food haven't really added anything....
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So add fish first then the cuc? I've always thought it was the opposite?
If that's the case would it be ok to add two small fish to the tank at this point? A percula clown and a small wrasse for example?
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I would start with one fish and go from there.
In terms of a clean up crew, you don't NEED them. Hermit crabs and snails eat uneaten food, poop, and algae...depending on the type...but they still poop. They aren't an overwhelming solution or even needed. I keep some in my tank, but it is proper filtration and water changes that is your true clean up crew.
Depends what it is eating. I wouldn't put algae grazers in right away. But a red legged hermit or two that will munch on uneaten food could go in same day as a fish.