I currently have a 7 gallon tank with 4 small goldfish in it. With two air stones, two filters and frequent changes, the water quality is good i think ( no ammonia, no nitrite, ph 7.8 and nitrate 12.5ppm). But I read that goldfish require lots of space to grow so I'm thinking of buying a new 30 gallon tank (cant get bigger since i dont have space in my house).
What is the best way to transfer the fish?
I'm thinking of cycling the new tank with fish (maybe a couple of barbs).
But should I transfer some live plants/substrate/rock to the new tank? Thought that might help introduce the friendly bacteria.
Any thoughts on a fast, safe (for fish) and practical way to do this?
Help appreciated
What is the best way to transfer the fish?
I'm thinking of cycling the new tank with fish (maybe a couple of barbs).
But should I transfer some live plants/substrate/rock to the new tank? Thought that might help introduce the friendly bacteria.
Any thoughts on a fast, safe (for fish) and practical way to do this?
Help appreciated