Adding rocks and wood from pond to aid in cycling?

[ChipChipperson]

Will adding rocks and wood from a local pond aid in the cycling process? Thanks

 

[Mrs. Nicky]

No. It will only add unwanted parasites to your tank.

***60 gallon with 1 Flowerhorn and 1 Musk Turtle, 4 Angelfish temporarily with my mom***

 

[ChipChipperson]

thanks

 

[Mrs. Nicky]

No problem. Are you cycling your tank with or without fish?

***60 gallon with 1 Flowerhorn and 1 Musk Turtle, 4 Angelfish temporarily with my mom***

 

[Drstrangelove]

Ya. I wouldn't do that (add external water, wood, rocks) from a pond. In fact, I'd sterilize them before adding.