JackEmerson Plecostomus MFK Member Nov 6, 2022 154 201 51 46 Dec 28, 2022 #1 Hi, in a fully cycled tank, if I add new filter material to the HOB, about how long does it take for beneficial bacteria to saturate the new material? The intent is to move that filter material to a new tank to aid in the cycle of the new tank. Reactions: tlindsey
Hi, in a fully cycled tank, if I add new filter material to the HOB, about how long does it take for beneficial bacteria to saturate the new material? The intent is to move that filter material to a new tank to aid in the cycle of the new tank.
ken31cay Dovii MFK Member Dec 25, 2022 562 945 105 Cayman Islands Dec 28, 2022 #2 I would wait at least 4 weeks for the BB to accumulate. Reactions: JackEmerson and tlindsey