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moved aquarium is cycling ammonia levels are high and fish are stressed am i doing the right things?

Moved in and already had about 11fish some small some big in a 60 gallon tank..used ammonia clear tested water everday did partial water changes once a week for the first 2 weeks..put conditioning salt. i have ammonia and nitrite the first stages in cycling used ammo lock since ammonia clear cannot just be dropped into tank of 40 gallons or more. woke up in 2nd week tank very cloudy. guy at pet store tells me it sounds like you have too many fish and not a big enough filter. the cloudyness is ammonia i presume so i get a new filter. doesnt that get rid of all the bacteria i just already had but still i had too many fish that was producing so much waste..i vaccumed gravel and did a 25% change and put the bigger filter. i decided to get rid of half my fish i think they had a better chance at the fish store than in my ammonia filled tank. i kept the ones i like but decresed my fish by 50% will this help me i put stress coat in and did another vaccumm and partial change advice!!!!

First, you aren’t supposed to get fish until your tank is fully cycled for at least one week. You have to give it time to grow beneficial bacteria. Also, the cloudy stuff in the water isn’t ammonia- it’s a bacteria bloom. Do you turn the light off at night? Make sure you do because leaving the light on too much causes a build up of bacteria and algae. Secondly, you are only supposed to do a water change every two weeks- if you do it more you are taking out too much beneficial bacteria to the fish. Make sure you are using water condtioner and bacteria supplement with each water change and also use the gravel vaccum during the water change (since the gravel vaccum takes out water just clean the gravel and it will take out 25% of the water).

Ammonia Aquarium Test Strips $13.32 Measures ammonia levels from 0 to 6 ppm in fresh or saltwater in one easy step. Just dip & read!

Ammonia Remover 8oz Aquarium $5.74 Removes ammonia, chlorine and chlorines rapidly and completely when used as directed. MICROBE-LIFT/Ammonia Remover is buffered to help prevent a drop in both alkalinity (acid-neutralizing capacity) and pH when used to remove very high levels of total ammonia. Removes Ammonia Removes chlorine Removes chloramines Works immediately and will not delay or interrupt biological filtration. Directions: To remove and detoxify ammonia, chlorine and chloramines for water in aquariums or ponds add 1 teaspoonful of MICROBE-LIFT/Ammonia Remover per 10 gallons (38 L) of water. To remove ammonia in existing aquariums or ponds add 1 teaspoonful of MICROBE-LIFT/Ammonia Remover per 10 gallons (38 L) for each 1.0 mg/L, or fraction thereof, of measured total ammonia (= 0.85 mg/L total ammonia-nitrogen). To control ammonia in shipping fishes or invertebrates use MICROBE-LIFT/ Ammonia Remover at the standard dosage rate or increase (up to 10 times) if total ammonia levels are expected to be higher than 1.0 mg/L. It is recommended for routine shipping of fishes and invertebrates that trial, static, shipping tests are preformed to determine the typical levels of total ammonia that will occur in untreated water. For complete water conditioning we recommend the use of MICROBE-LIFT/XTreme. Contraindications Do not use with permanganate- or chlorite-based treatments. Nessler’s total ammonia test kits will give false, high (or off-scale) readings. Winkler dissolved oxygen tests will give false, low or zero readings; use indigo-carmine dissolved oxygen tests or DO meters. For total ammonia testing use only salicylate-based (indole-phenol) tests. MICROBE-LIFT/Ammonia Test Strips will function properly. The MICROBE-LIFT/Ammonia Test Strips are salicylate based and work well with this product. Non-toxic to humans, pets and aquatic life. This product may be used for all aquarium fish including those intended for human consumption. This is not a medication or economic poison and is not inten

Ammonia Safe Tabs – 8 pack $2.69 Tetra AmmoniaSafe Fizz TabsTetra Fizz Tabs are fast-dissolving premeasured tablets that make caring for your aquarium faster, easier, and more convenient. AmmoniaSafe is a one-step water conditioner that provides superior relief to fish suffering from high ammonia conditions. Fish release ammonia as a natural by-product of protein metabolism – eating. Various situations can result in high ammonia levels — overstocking, feeding too heavily, or inadequate filtration. AmmoniaSafe can be used to help alleviate these conditions, in addition to a partial water change. Tetra Test Strips can be used to determine ammonia levels.

Aquarium Pharm #160 PH Test Kit $6.78 Quickly and accurately measures the pH of pond water, reading pH levels from 5.0 to 9.0. Makes 160 tests. Prevents the harmful effects of to alkaline, to acidic pond water resulting from minerals found in tap water, high ammonia levels in the pond, rain runoff or overstocking of pond fish. Includes test solution. Glass test tube with cap. Color chart and Instructions

Aquarium Pharm #164M Master Liquid Test Kit $26.24 Test pond water – don t guess. Early detection means early correction. A complete kit for testing pond and tap water. Tests for pH ammonia nitrite and salt levels. The kit contains instruction book color cards four test tubes and holding tray. All pond life is dependent on the quality of the water. Pond Care test kits quickly and accurately evaluate pond water quality so that minor problems can be detected and major problems can be avoided.

Aquarium Pharmaceuticals Ammo-Chips 26 oz $5.34 Ammo Chips Ammonia Removing ResinDid you know that ammonia is continually produced from fish waste, uneaten food and organic debris in the aquarium. A high ammonia level is a common water quality problem in new or unbalanced aquariums. It is toxic to fish and can result in gill damage, loss of appetite and eventually death. Ammonia also creates stress and lowers resistance to infections.Ammo-Chipscan be used in any freshwater aquarium to remove deadly ammonia and enhance the filtration system. Test water weekly with anAquarium Pharmaceuticals AMMONIA TEST KITand useAmmo-Chipswhen ammonia levels are detected.Ammo-Chipscan be used in ornamental ponds.

Aquarium Pharmaceuticals Freshwater Master Test Kits Freshwater, Master Test Kit $25.95 Maintaining good water quality is the key to successful fishkeeping. With the API Freshwater Master Test Kit you can test the most important levels in your freshwater aquarium. Plus, this kit includes step-by-step instructions on how to perform each test, how to interpret the results, and how to correct unsafe water conditions.Includes Freshwater pH, High Range pH, Ammonia, Nitrite, and Nitrate. Kit features computer-analyzed laminated color cards, instruction booklet, 4 test tubes, a holding tray and test tube rack.

Aquarium Pharmaceuticals Freshwater/Saltwater Ammonia Test Kit $7.29 Fast, accurate and easy-to-use kit contains two dropper bottles, test solutions, easy-to-read instructions, color chart and glass tube with lid for 130 tests for ammonia level from 0 to 8 ppm.Why test for Ammonia?Tropical fish continuously release ammonia (NH3) directly into the aquarium through their gills, urine and solid waste. Uneaten food and other decaying organic material also add ammonia to the water. A natural mechanism exists that controls ammonia in the aquarium–the biological filter, made up of nitrifying bacteria which grow in the gravel bed. As with any natural process, however, imbalances can occur. Testing for the presence of toxic ammonia is essential, so that once detected, steps can be taken to remove it. Otherwise, ammonia in the aquarium will damage delicate gill membranes, and prevent fish from carrying on normal respiration. High levels of ammonia quickly lead to fish death. Even trace amounts can stress fish, suppressing their immune systems and thereby increasing the likelihood of disease and subsequent fish loss.Testing TipsThis kit measures ammonia levels in parts per million (ppm), and can detect concentrations of ammonia from 0 ppm to 8.0 ppm in either freshwater or saltwater aquariums. Thus, there are two ammonia test color charts, one for freshwater aquariums, and one for saltwater aquariums, so be sure to use the correct chart for your type of aquarium when interpreting test results. The freshwater ammonia test color chart is the appropriate chart to use for testing freshwater aquariums to which aquarium salt has been added..

Fresh-salt Professional Liquid Test Kit $72.66 A liquid test kit including seven tests for professionals to test tap water, aquarium (both fresh and saltwater) and pond water for Low Range pH, High Range pH, Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate, GH and KH levels.

IO REAGENT AMMONIA REFILL $6.65 Use Instant Ocean Ammonia test to monitor the conditioning period during start up cycle and to regularly monitor conditioned aquariums, testing is also recommended when adding new fish or when doing medications. igh ammonia levels affect how well your fish can breathe and absorb oxygen from the aquarium water. Keep monitoring these levels by refilling your Aquarium Systems Test Kit regularly. Ammonia is the primary waste product of aquatic organisms. In a new unconditioned aquariums ammonia levels will rise until bacteria which change ammonia to less toxic compounds are established in the filter.

Instant Ocean Ocean – master Test Kit $40.81 Instant Ocean aquarium test kits make saltwater testing easier than ever before for the beginning hobbyist as well as the experienced aquarist. The Instant Ocean, Ocean Master Test kits one piece color chip comparator is easier to use than any other saltwater test kit available. The Instant Ocean Ocean Salt Water Master Test kitsdurable wide-mouth holder has more room for adding the test chemicals and is more stable to prevent spilling. Foil packets protect the granular test chemicals from light and moisture and keep them fresh indefinitely. Product Features pH Test – Range: 7.8 to 8.6 Alkalinity Test (Routine or Precision test) – Range: 0 to 5.0 mEq/L Ammonia Test – Range: 0 to 0.8 milligrams/liter Ammonia-Nitrogen (NH3-N) Nitrite Test – Dual Range (high and low level readings): 0 to 1.0 and 0 to 10 milligrams/liter Nitrite-Nitrogen (NO-2-N) Nitrate Test – Range: 0 to 100 milligrams/liter Nitrate-Nitrogen (NO-3-N

Mardel Master Test Kit $24.18 Test your aquarium water for pH, hardness, alkalinity, nitrite, nitrate, and ammonia the quick, easy, accurate, and safe way with the Mardel Master Test Kit. These easy to use strips deliver results in just one minute or less.Kit includes 50 total test strips (25 ammonia and 25 Five in One), test tube, results color chart, and Water Quality Guide.pH indicates if your water is acidic or basic. A stable pH is critical to a healthy aquarium.Alkalinity is a measure of the compounds that stabilize pH.Hardness is principally a measure of the calcium and magnesium in your water. If water conditions are not within the desired range, your fish may become stressed and susceptible to disease. Note: When fish species from different locations are kept, a tank is referred to a community tank and a general range of conditions are recommended.Ammonia is produced by fish as waste and as a result of the breakdown of uneaten food and is toxic to fish even at low levels.Nitrite and Nitrate are byproducts of the nitrogen cycle, a natural process that breaks down waste in aquariums. Nitrite is more toxic than nitrate, and should be held below 1 ppm.Mardel Test Strips use the same technology found in medical laboratories and replace other potentially toxic and time-consuming kits. They are designed to be accurate and dependable while being safe and easy-to-use.

Mardel Water Quality Test Strips 1 mth $6.67 Mardel Water Quality Check Freshwater Aquarium Ammonia Test KitMardel makes testing easy. Mardel test strips use the same technology found in medical laboratories. They are designed to be accurate and dependable while being safe and easy-to-use. The easy read color chart makes matching the color in the test vial easy. Simply place the test vial over the chart and align the vial in the center of the color blocks. Match the color of the vial to the closest color area. The wider color block around the vial gives a better visual comparison for the eye to correctly match the color. Test kit includes test strips, color chart and test tube.

Microbe-Lift Ammonia Remover $5.94 Removes ammonia, chlorine and chlorines rapidly and completely when used as directed. MICROBE-LIFT/Ammonia Remover is buffered to help prevent a drop in both alkalinity (acid-neutralizing capacity) and pH when used to remove very high levels of total ammonia. Removes Ammonia Removes chlorine Removes chloramines Works immediately and will not delay or interrupt biological filtration. Directions: To remove and detoxify ammonia, chlorine and chloramines for water in aquariums or ponds add 1 teaspoonful of MICROBE-LIFT/Ammonia Remover per 10 gallons (38 L) of water. To remove ammonia in existing aquariums or ponds add 1 teaspoonful of MICROBE-LIFT/Ammonia Remover per 10 gallons (38 L) for each 1.0 mg/L, or fraction thereof, of measured total ammonia (= 0.85 mg/L total ammonia-nitrogen). To control ammonia in shipping fishes or invertebrates use MICROBE-LIFT/ Ammonia Remover at the standard dosage rate or increase (up to 10 times) if total ammonia levels are expected to be higher than 1.0 mg/L. It is recommended for routine shipping of fishes and invertebrates that trial, static, shipping tests are preformed to determine the typical levels of total ammonia that will occur in untreated water. For complete water conditioning we recommend the use of MICROBE-LIFT/XTreme. Contraindications Do not use with permanganate- or chlorite-based treatments. Nessler’s total ammonia test kits will give false, high (or off-scale) readings. Winkler dissolved oxygen tests will give false, low or zero readings; use indigo-carmine dissolved oxygen tests or DO meters. For total ammonia testing use only salicylate-based (indole-phenol) tests. MICROBE-LIFT/Ammonia Test Strips will function properly. The MICROBE-LIFT/Ammonia Test Strips are salicylate based and work well with this product. Non-toxic to humans, pets and aquatic life. This product may be used for all aquarium fish including those intended for human consumption. This is not a medication or economic poison and is not inten

NutraFin Master Aquarium Test Kit $93.49 NutraFin Master Aquarium Test KitComprehensive fresh and saltwater test kit lab with convenient carrying case. Includes 10 tests: Ammonia (NH3/4); Nitrite (NO2); Nitrate (NO3); pH (low range & high range kits); Carbonate Hardness (KH); General Hardness (GH); Iron (Fe); Calcium (Ca); Phosphate (PO4). Test kit includes test pipettes, spoon, glass test tubes & caps, foam lab base, instruction booklet for each test and test use chart.Kit Includes:1 bottle of phosphate reagent #1 (10 mL), 1 bottle of phosphate reagent #2 (10 mL), 1 bottle of phosphate reagent #3 (10 mL), 1 phosphate booklet.1 bottle of calcium reagent #1 (15 mL), 1 bottle of calcium reagent #2 (6 mL), 1 bottle of calcium reagent #3 (18 mL), 1 calcium booklet.1 bottle of nitrate reagent #1 (17 mL), 1 bottle of nitrate reagent #2 (10 mL), 1 bottle of nitrate reagent #3 (10 mL), 1 nitrate booklet.1 bottle of nitrite reagent #1 (16 mL), 1 bottle of nitrite reagent #2 (10 mL), 1 nitrite booklet.1 bottle of pH (7.4-8.6) reagent (15 mL), 1 pH high range booklet, 1 bottle of pH (6.0-7.6) reagent (18 mL), 1 pH low range booklet.1 bottle of ammonia reagent #1 (15 mL), 1 bottle of ammonia reagent #2 (15 mL), 1 bottle of ammoina reagent #3 (10 mL), 1 ammonia booklet.1 bottle of carbonate hardness reagent (15 mL), 1 bottle of general hardness reagent (10 mL), 1 KH/GH booklet.1 bottle of iron reagent #1 (7.5 mL), 1 vial of iron reagent #2 (5 g), 1 iron booklet.1 spoon, 2 pipettes, 5 glass test tubes with caps.

Saltwater Labs Master Marine Lab Test Kit $40.99 User friendly tests for monitoring the water condition in your marine aquarium.Includes testing reagents, indicators, color scales, test tubes, and instructions for 45 ammonia, 80 nitrite, 60 nitrate, 100 pH, and 60 alkalinity tests.

Saltwater Master Liquid Test Kit $25.93 Maintaining good water quality is the key to successful fishkeeping. With the API Saltwater Master Test Kit you can test the most important conditions in your marine aquarium. Plus, this kit includes step-by-step instructions on how to perform each test, how to interpret the results, and how to correct unsafe water conditions.Includes High Range pH, Ammonia, Nitrite, and Nitrate. Kit features computer-analyzed laminated color cards, instruction booklet, 4 test tubes, a waterproof holding tray and test tube rack.

Tetra EasyStrips Ammonia Aquarium Test Strips, Pack of 25 test strips $10.78 Tetra EasyStrips Ammonia Aquarium Test StripsTetra EasyStrips Ammonia Aquarium Test Strips are designed from the same technology used in medical and scientific laboratories, giving you fast and accurate results. Tetra EasyStrips are safe, nontoxic, and simple to use. Just dip directly into your aquarium, and read the results in seconds! Testing your aquarium water has never been easier.

Tetra Second Nature #16617 Ammonia Test Kit $6.51 Tetratest Ammonia Kit (30 pack)The Tetratest Total Ammonia Kit was professionally developed to accurately determine the ammonia level in your aquarium water. The kit contains enough material for 30 tests, including one 6-ml test reagent #1, one 10-ml test reagent #2, one 17-ml test reagent #3, a test vial, color scale, instructions, and recommendations.

Tetra Second Nature #16628 Laborette Testing Kit $14.94 Tetratest Laborett Kit Reliable and accurate, the Laborett Testing Kit for freshwater and marine aquariums provides professional measurement of the most important aquarium water parameters: pH freshwater and pH saltwater, carbonate and general hardness, nitrite, ammonia and carbon dioxide. The Tetra Laborett Kit includes reagents, two test vials, a water withdrawal syringe, color scales, and instruction booklets with recommendations and helpful hints.

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