Airpump and airstones?

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Hello everyone-

I'm new to this hobby and in the process of setting up my tank. I have a 29 G freshwater tank. Filter, heater etc are set up, but I just read that an airstone and air pump are really helpful....? What do you guys think? Do I need these things? I need advice, so thanks!!
 
hi, welcome to ac

i don't like them too much myself, mainly because of the noise. they can help with the airation and circulation of the water but not as much as you might think. if surface of your water is well 'agitated' anyway then an airpump would be of even less value.
if you like the look of the bubbles in your tank then go for it but its not necessary as such

regards
 
Thanks! I'll probably start my tank without one. I talked to my fish dealer today, and she doesn't use one but told me I can always add one later if I like. For now, it might be easier to not deal with extra equipment. Just brought home 7 zebra danios. :-)
 
Yes, I did. I also put in that beneficial bacteria stuff that supposedly speeds up the process. I tested the water with a kit and it says everything is OK. The danios are swimming around but not really "schooling" yet. They've only been in there 15 minutes or so. Is that normal?
 
Ah, I see. My plan is to eventually (in 3 weeks or so) add some red-eyed tetras, and a couple of julii cories. Would also love a few platies for color, but am concerned about overcrowding the tank. Any thoughts? Another question: should I have some salt in the aquarium? Some places say you should always have some seasalt in there.
 
Let me ask you this, how did you cycle the tank?

With the salt, it is much debated about the use of salt in tanks. I used it in my old tank for years and I believe that it helped a lot. But, there will be people that say that it helps not at all.
 
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