blackhorse
Aquarium Advice Apprentice
I started cycling my tank with dead shrimp about 20 days ago. Not sure if it's relevant but I added 50 lbs of live rock about 10 days ago and then finally 25 lbs of base rock yesterday. I have watched my ammonia levels spike (up to 2 or 3) and now they are at 0. My nitrites are up to 2 now. I think everything is going well.
My question: I was reading someones post tonight that the cycle should be done without the use protein skimmer or filter. I used both of them through the entire process. Should I shut them off now? Will this effect my cycle?
thanks
Tim 8)
My question: I was reading someones post tonight that the cycle should be done without the use protein skimmer or filter. I used both of them through the entire process. Should I shut them off now? Will this effect my cycle?
thanks
Tim 8)