SPEED UP BACTERIA GROWTH

[gomezladdams]

Add the media from an existing filter

 

[guppy]

I use filter sludge from a healthy tank

 

[sam_cj]

aside from using filter media from existing setup to kick-off bacterial bloom on your new tank, you may also add water from the existing tank to the new setup. therefore, water composition will 50% old and 50% new (cycled). this way your tank should be ready within a week or two. imo

 

[FishHeadSoup]

agreed with all the above...

 

[Mahseer]

In additon to all of the hints mentioned above, the surest way to avoid problems is over filtration. Use what you think is necessary and then double it. I have pushed the limits of tank stocking (80+ fish, mostly large ones, in a 180) and over filtration is what does it, more specifically high GPH.

 

[born2lovefish]

Turn up your heater if you want to speed up the bacteria. In the low 80's should help.