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Re: Newbie seeking aquarium advice
Posted: Fri Jun 27, 2025 4:14 pm
by Flynxide
Tetras are pretty chill with low flow, so tweaking the filter sounds like a good plan. Let us know how the water tests go!
Re: Newbie seeking aquarium advice
Posted: Fri Jun 27, 2025 5:05 pm
by briard
If the cloudiness sticks around for more than a week, consider adding a polishing pad to your filter. Works wonders for fine particles.
Re: Newbie seeking aquarium advice
Posted: Fri Jun 27, 2025 5:36 pm
by rivela
Also, avoid cleaning the filter media too aggressively. You wanna keep the beneficial bacteria. Just rinse it in tank water during changes.
Re: Newbie seeking aquarium advice
Posted: Fri Jun 27, 2025 6:30 pm
by horsesoul
rivela wrote: ↑Fri Jun 27, 2025 5:36 pm
Also, avoid cleaning the filter media too aggressively. You wanna keep the beneficial bacteria. Just rinse it in tank water during changes.
Exactly! Murdering your cycle is a rookie mistake. Patience is key with new tanks.