I have had 65 gallon planted tank with 5 Red line sharks and 7 Serpae tetras for at least 2 months now. At first i thought i did a fishless cycle successfully, but now im not so sure. It seems like every couple days i get an ammonia spike and sometimes a nitrite spike. At first i thought it was a shock to the filter with the bioload, but i continue to get these spikes. When this happens, i do a 25-40% water change, but i know this puts stress onthe fish when i do this ever couple days. they seem dull in color and they sometimes go up and down against the glass. i also dont feed them as much because i know that could be a result in these spikes but i still get the ammonia and nitrite. my goal is to have a total of 12 serpae tetras and 5 red line sharks, but because i think my fish are so stressed i dont think i should add anymore fish. Everyone i have asked in fish stores and forums has said this stocking is alright for a 65 gallon planted tank.
I have a fluval 407 canister filter that has not been cleaned for the 2 months ive had it because i keep doing water changes. i use Seachem Prime and stability when doing water changes and i also have a powerhead to increase oxygen levels.
I'm just trying not to stress my fish out so mush, which i think i am doing based on they're behavior and color. when i do feed them they all go for the food. Please help! Looking for any type of feedback!
I have a fluval 407 canister filter that has not been cleaned for the 2 months ive had it because i keep doing water changes. i use Seachem Prime and stability when doing water changes and i also have a powerhead to increase oxygen levels.
I'm just trying not to stress my fish out so mush, which i think i am doing based on they're behavior and color. when i do feed them they all go for the food. Please help! Looking for any type of feedback!