Cycle and Nitrates

[Shewillbemine]

My home Internet is down so I apologize for the Pinterest link.

 

I've been cycling for 2 weeks and adding Dr. Tim's ammonia. I haven't seen ANY nitrite readings but I believe the ammonia is turning directly to nitrates.

 

As of tonight, I have 0 ammonia, 0 nitrites and the nitrate reading below. I don't trust my eyes. Do you see this as registering nitrates?

 

If yes, is the next move a water change? I used live rock from another tank and live sand. For what it's worth, a snail and crab have been living in it for the past 2 weeks as they came with the package.

 

Thanks for any help.

 

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[helen2]

I've been cycling for 2 weeks and adding Dr. Tim's ammonia. I haven't seen ANY nitrite readings but I believe the ammonia is turning directly to nitrates.

 

As of tonight, I have 0 ammonia, 0 nitrites and the nitrate reading below. I don't trust my eyes. Do you see this as registering nitrates?

 

If yes, is the next move a water change? I used live rock from another tank and live sand. For what it's worth, a snail and crab have been living in it for the past 2 weeks as they came with the package.

 

If your live rock was cured, you may not see much of a cycle. My cycle was similar to yours, and I never saw any nitrite readings. I just waited three weeks to be extra sure, but I do believe your cycle is over and your next move is a water change.