Is there anyway to change substate without losing any cycling bacteria?

[Barry Tetra]

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[Essjay]

Yes, you can safely change the substrate. Rather than me typing it all out, have a look at Byron's posts (#3 and #12)in this thread, he explains it well. This thread was about a betta's tank but it applies to all tanks.

Proper way to change substrate in an established tank?

Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum. I'm still relatively new to the hobby; I've had a 10 gallon tank for a betta for almost a year now. I believe I have a good understanding what it means to take adequate care for him, and he is still doing well. The tank is established and the water parameters...

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[Barry Tetra]

Yes, you can safely change the substrate. Rather than me typing it all out, have a look at Byron's posts (#3 and #12)in this thread, he explains it well. This thread was about a betta's tank but it applies to all tanks.

Proper way to change substrate in an established tank?

Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum. I'm still relatively new to the hobby; I've had a 10 gallon tank for a betta for almost a year now. I believe I have a good understanding what it means to take adequate care for him, and he is still doing well. The tank is established and the water parameters...

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Thank you, I’m going to do it to betta tank tomorrow.

 

[Barry Tetra]

Yes, you can safely change the substrate. Rather than me typing it all out, have a look at Byron's posts (#3 and #12)in this thread, he explains it well. This thread was about a betta's tank but it applies to all tanks.

Proper way to change substrate in an established tank?

Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum. I'm still relatively new to the hobby; I've had a 10 gallon tank for a betta for almost a year now. I believe I have a good understanding what it means to take adequate care for him, and he is still doing well. The tank is established and the water parameters...

www.fishforums.net

Another questions: Can I use “shrimp substrate” in betta tank? I found it in the garage to day and want to use it.

 

[CryptFan]

Another questions: Can I use “shrimp substrate” in betta tank? I found it in the garage to day and want to use it.

Yes, but if it is an active substrate it could mess with the water parameters and raise the ammonia at first.