Cycling, are my numbers ok ?

[Sebastienb]

hi Guys,

I got a new 55 gallon tank on the 9th its currently still starting to cycle (if that is the correct term). I need help making sure my water quality is good and that it actually has started cycling.

On the first night, I added water, substrate and plants and let an old filter sleep in the tank. I unfortunately took the filter out the day after and trashed it as I wasn't sure if it was a good thing ( should have googled it first). After 2 days I added 2 Zeebra Dainos, a Rainbow Shark and an Angel Fish to the tank. After a week I started checking the water and have been marking down my test results.

Please let me know if numbers are ok. The test strips are always in the safe zone.

Thanks

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[librarygirl]

Looks like it's cycling. Your nitrites are at toxic levels for fish though so you need to do a few 50% water changes a couple of hours apart to get those down. Test strips aren't very accurate; a liquid test kit would be best. The shark is going to need a larger tank as it matures, just FYI.

This guide might help:
I just learned about cycling but I already have fish. What now?! - Aquarium Advice
and Guide to Starting a Freshwater Aquarium - Aquarium Advice