I never thought I'd be happy to see bacteria growing but I am! Imagine that, excited to see that bacteria is multiplying!
Yes I am a newbie with it comes to an RAS!
Anyway after several weeks I'm finally seeing nitrites show up in my water testing, which means there is some nitrosomonas bacteria working on the ammonia. (.25 mg/l) I also see some color in the nitrate test but not enough yet to show 1.0 mg/l.
I goofed by initially adding ammonia with a surfactant and had to drain and start all over.One thing I've had going against me is the it's in my basement and the water has a hard time getting above 65 F. (18.3 C.)
I've been adding some starter fish feed mixed with hot water to thoroughly dissolve it, and then adding it to the tank once a day. And another natural ammonia product that is a personal recipe if you know what I mean.
The only thing I don't like about adding the feed is discolors the water. It's very high in protein though, I believe at least 50 percent.
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