How do I know when my fish tank is cycled?

After testing your aquarium water for ammonia and nitrite and nitrate, if the reading shows 0 ammonia, 0 nitrite, and some nitrates then your fish tank is cycled. Cycling a new tank usually takes between four to six weeks. Cycling your fish tank can take a long time.

Will Live plants help cycle my tank?

Live plants help to cycle a fish tank by absorbing ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate. Also, live plants increase oxygen in a fish tank which helps to increase the beneficial bacteria which is responsible to cycle a fish tank.

Why is my fish tank taking so long to cycle?

The reason for this is when you add fish food in your tank, first of all, the fish food needs to decompose to produce ammonia in your tank. And this process can take two to three or more days depending on the heterotrophic bacteria present in your water.

How long should you cycle a tank before adding fish?

You will need to cycle the tank water for four to six weeks so the tank can maintain a healthy biological and chemical balance. Doing this before adding the fish can help to ensure your new fish stay happy and healthy in their new environment. You can find cycling kits for aquariums at your local pet store or online.

How long does it take for a fresh water fish tank to cycle?

During the cycling process. It takes anywhere between 6-8 weeks to cycle an aquarium using fish. Until there are sufficient bacteria in the filtration system ammonia will be present in the aquarium water.

How long does a tank stay cycled without fish?

Even when you are testing your tank while cycling without fish, you’re often going 8-16 hours between tests, leaving enough time for the filter to significantly collapse.

How long should it take for my tank to cycle?

Typically it will take around 4 to 6 weeks for a new tank to cycle fully, during which time the water can become cloudy. Weekly water changes of 25\% are essential during this period to remove the build up of harmful toxins.