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I just set up a freshwater fishtank in my sons room How long should I wait to put some fish in it2007-11-24 23:33:56

I have had saltwater fish tanks, and it has been many MANY years since I had freshwater. How long to put some fish in?

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A freshwater tank needs to cycle the same way a saltwater tank does. Without something 'live', it can take a few weeks. Many people opt to start with a hardy fish and slowly add more fish as the nitrogen cycle matures. A molly would be a good choice to start with, or a feeder goldfish after a week to ten days.

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PS here is a nice site with compatability charts

http://www.liveaquaria.com/general/fwcom.

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you should wait at least a week so the tank can cycle

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While he is at school Get some Oscars they Lighten up the room and are fun fish go to Fish.com and look for finding the right fish for your little ones. good luck

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I would suggest 24 hours to give the water time to stabilize.

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There is no reason to wait. As long as you used a tap water treatment (to de-clorinate the water), you are ready for fish.

Get cheap ones. The tank does have to cycle and build up beneficial bacteria, but Mollies, Platys and Guppies should be fine.

Have fun.

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Hi, I work at a pet store, you should wait at least 24 - 48 hours before adding any fish to it, always start out with a less expensive fish to build up the bacteria.

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Immediately. Freshwater tanks are much easier to maintain than Saltwater tanks are because Freshwater fish are typically much more adaptable.

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You can put fish in right away.