Can I Add My Fish?

[kuri33]

Story:
I just moved my platies, guppies, and minnows to my 29 gallon that had goldfish in it (I did a 25% water change and cleaned the sides). They are doing great. My friend needed to give away her fish so now I have a convict cichlid that is a little over an inch in length. Last night I had to completely tear down the 10 gallon. I cleaned the gravel, tank, and put in decorations that cichlids are said to prefer. I know that she can't stay in there for a long time because they get 6". I rinsed the filter with water from my 29gallon and conditioned the water.
Also, before I know NOTHING about fish, I bought fish and filled up the tank with water, decorations, and gravel. My friend said I needed conditioner so I bought some. I put the fish in and they are still alive today. So does that mean my water is good..or something? Our water comes from a lake, if that changes anything.

So my question is:
Can I put her in the tank? It's been about 8 1/2 hours.

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[The Taffy Apple]

Firstly it is important to get your water tested for Ammonia and NitrItes, this will tell you if ANY fish can go in there.
Is it now heated? Or was it previously with your Goldfish?
I can't see a mention of a filter and/or media..? What type are you running?

Terry.

 

[kuri33]

Firstly it is important to get your water tested for Ammonia and NitrItes, this will tell you if ANY fish can go in there.
Is it now heated? Or was it previously with your Goldfish?
I can't see a mention of a filter and/or media..? What type are you running?

Terry.

My room is very hot and the water temp pretty much stays between 78 and 80. I have an internal filter, whisper something.

 

[The Taffy Apple]

Firstly it is important to get your water tested for Ammonia and NitrItes, this will tell you if ANY fish can go in there.
Is it now heated? Or was it previously with your Goldfish?
I can't see a mention of a filter and/or media..? What type are you running?

Terry.

My room is very hot and the water temp pretty much stays between 78 and 80. I have an internal filter, whisper something.

You need a heater. We have no control over what mother nature decides for us, let alone our fish.
And you need to get your water tested, there really is no point in making a decision until this is done.

Terry.

 

[Man of fish]

You'll also need a cycled filter. Check out the beginners resource center and the nitrogen cycle.