Is this safe?

[Blakskall]

I just got back from the beach yesterday and found a cool seashell that would look good in my tank, it was in the ocean, is this safe to put in my tank?

Thanks,
Tyler

 

[huma-huma]

Just place the seashell in some de-chlor water for a few days then test the water to see if any chems changed....you should be ok but always wanna be safe

 

[Blakskall]

thanks, i figured it coodnt be to bad if it came from the ocean lol

Tyler

 

[huma-huma]

Np, and and that's usually the first thought when we find something in the ocean, but sadly bringing a seashell or rock from the ocean can carry bacteria and/or other bad hitchikers with it that can wreck a home sw aquarium, just soak it by itself and make sure there's nothing coming in with it

 

[Blakskall]

Np, and and that's usually the first thought when we find something in the ocean, but sadly bringing a seashell or rock from the ocean can carry bacteria and/or other bad hitchikers with it that can wreck a home sw aquarium, just soak it by itself and make sure there's nothing coming in with it

one more question, do i soak it in premixed saltwater, or freshwater?

 

[huma-huma]

If its a seashell, I'd do freshwater, as that should kill any bacteria or anything, try running hot water for a few minutes

 

[Blakskall]

If its a seashell, I'd do freshwater, as that should kill any bacteria or anything, try running hot water for a few minutes

will do thanks humahuma

Tyler

 

[huma-huma]

No problem you should post a pic if possible

 

[Blakskall]

once i have everything running and to my liking i will definity post pictures lol