Water Changes reduce nitrates, increase oxygen and mineral value STEP 8 Buy the Books Water changes must be performed frequently to keep oxygen levels up and nitrates down in our goldfish house. We’ve learned that beneficial bacteria are responsible for the nitrogen cycle. Without these friendly bugs, goldfish would be poisoned by their own waste. Keeping fish safe… Continue reading Performing Water Changes
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Water changes aquarium; less more often
Water changes aquarium is much easier than you ever believed. We don’t exchange all of the water; not ever. Instead, we perform small and frequent partial water changes. According to stocking levels, 20 to 30% weekly. High stocking levels require two or even three water changes per week
Exchange a small portion of water in a cycled aquarium to reduce the risk of shock. Nitrates, the final toxin to convert in the nitrogen cycle is always present. Within a week, nitrates build to dangerous levels. Perform too large of a water change too quickly, and the fish could experience nitrate shock. Nitrates must be reduced gradually. The higher the levels the slower the change, however, it’s all important to keep the water table high by exchanging less water more often
Prepare freshwater in a bucket. Premix water treatments or other substances necessary to get the water right. Work super saturated gases out of the water before adding to the fish house