So I've been cycling my 75 gallon on the floor for about 2 weeks now. Within the last couple of days, both ammonia AND nitrites rached 0. Which means the cycle is complete and after a big water change, the tank is ready for fish. So I was all happy face. Then I discovered I had planaria. Still happy face with a side of annoyed face.
Today was the day I decided to move the 75 aaaaall the way across the house and onto its stand. I could not siphon anything out, so I had to bail water--which wasn't very fun, but I got it done quite quickly. The whole time, I'm trying my absolute darnedest to keep my baby nitrifying bacteria alive. The filter had to be turned off, but I ran water through it to sort of mimic as if it was on. It wasn't off for even an hour.
We transported the tank. All was well. I filled up the tank, got the filter running, and praaaayed that the cycle wasn't broken. I put in a couple of drops of ammonia in the tank and checked about 4-5 hours later. The ammonia readings were 0.5. D':
Now, I probably tested it way too soon. In the morning, I will find out if I did indeed kill my cycle. What would happen then? I'd have to start ALL over. From scratch.
It sucks because this cycle was REALLY quick. :( And I wasted it.
At least the planaria have been reduced. :O If they come back yelling "Haaaaay!" I swear I'll.... do something.
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