I realize there are no magical numbers as to how long a fishless cycle should take to complete. However, usually it takes anywhere from four to six weeks and possibily up to 2 months. I'm into 6 weeks of performing a fishless cycle and the ammonia has never dropped and still no nitrIte. I believe the cycle is stuck. My PH is 7.6. My Ammonia has also been maintained at 2-4ppm, never dropping below 2ppm. My NitrIte is still zero after six weeks. There is some aeration and temp is ~82 to 84 degrees F. (It has dropped as low as 78 in the past/bad heater). I did turn off my tank light due to algae (Green flaky kind due to too much light).
What can I do to get this cycling unstuck? (Or am I stuck?)
Should I add some plants?
Should I add some API PH Down to add phosphate to the water?
Is it just a matter of waiting longer because all tanks will eventually cycle?
Thanks
Chris
What can I do to get this cycling unstuck? (Or am I stuck?)
Should I add some plants?
Should I add some API PH Down to add phosphate to the water?
Is it just a matter of waiting longer because all tanks will eventually cycle?
Thanks
Chris