3rdTimeLucky
Member
Hi - newbie here.
I'm cycling my new tank, in preparation for a low tech set-up. I am puzzled why I am seeing very high readings of ammonia, nitrite and nitrate. I thought ammonia would have dropped to zero before nitrates are seen? Could it be high nitrates in the original tap water?
Tank is a 60cm cube with a sump. Ada Amazonia substrate and power sand. Tank has been cycling for about 1 week now.
I think I'll just be patient and let things take their course, but any guidance greatly appreciated!
Thanks
I'm cycling my new tank, in preparation for a low tech set-up. I am puzzled why I am seeing very high readings of ammonia, nitrite and nitrate. I thought ammonia would have dropped to zero before nitrates are seen? Could it be high nitrates in the original tap water?
Tank is a 60cm cube with a sump. Ada Amazonia substrate and power sand. Tank has been cycling for about 1 week now.
I think I'll just be patient and let things take their course, but any guidance greatly appreciated!
Thanks