I added pure ammonia on Monday (Jan. 15) I have not seen any nitrites yet. I am also not seeding my tank. When will I start to see nitrites around?
2007-01-21 15:48:15 · 5 answers · asked by subzerofun 2 in Pets ➔ Fish
You won't see nitrite for at least 1-2 weeks.
2007-01-21 15:52:29 · answer #1 · answered by fish guy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You could see nitrites any day now but you might want to seed it just in case the tap is void of any bacteria because of chlorine.
2007-01-24 21:51:11 · answer #2 · answered by SP 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to have the proper bacteria to get the cycle going. Without seeding, useing a commercial starter, or having fish this could take a while:
http://www.fishlore.com/NitrogenCycle.htm
2007-01-22 04:44:16 · answer #3 · answered by copperhead 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
you should be seeing the break down any day now. It usually takes a week and a half to two weeks.
2007-01-22 00:33:03 · answer #4 · answered by angler2347 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
does the tank have fish in the tank , if not then add a couple starter fish ,that is what will start your nitrates and nitrites ,
2007-01-21 23:54:21 · answer #5 · answered by Pixie Girl 2 · 0⤊ 4⤋