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Originally Posted by trublekidd
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Q1. how shall i cycle my tank and how long before i put fishes in?
Q2. What may i do to prevent any illness to my fishes ?
Q3. what do i need to purchase except filter,heater and pump?
Q4. save the last to the biggest question what fishes shall i buy to go with a knife fish?
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A1 it all depends on what your water parameters are. If you're using ammonia to cycle your tank then you should see a rise in nitrite, then nitrite will fall and nitrate will rise. When you have a reading of 0 ammonia, 0 nitrite, and see nitrates that's when you should be able to put in a few fish.
A2 maintaining good water parameters is the best way to prevent illness. Do weekly water changes of 20% to 50% and keep your parameters at 0 ammonia, 0 nitrite and <20ppm nitrate.
A3 depends on what you want for your tank. I highly suggest a liquid test kit. Then lights substrate and decorations.
A4 your best bet for a 47 gallon tank is an African brown knife fish. Tankmates really depend on what you would like for your tank as well. Most peaceful community fish would do well with them.
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