Used Filter Media

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MadRiley61

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Someone is giving me used filter media to cycle my tank, however the filter is from a koi tank. Will that matter if I'm planning this keep tropical fish?
 

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The temperatures will be different, so I would suggest starting the tank at the same temp the koi tank is at and slowly raising to the temp you want over the course of a week. That will reduce die off from temp changes.
 

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What is the difference on their tank temp and yours?
 
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