aquarium dunce

I tested my water today in my 20 gal. ammonia 4, nitrites 0, and nitrates 4. I made sure to rap all the test solution bottles hard on all sides several times. I shook them at least 30-60 seconds. I am using the API master test kit. I did have some API test strips that I used just to verify the first results... and it was the same results. Is it normal to still have ammonia at 4 and show nitrates? I do have a shrimp in nylon in the tank to help cycle.

Shawnie

yes it can be...cycling bounces all over the place......have you tested your tap for nitrates? you should see some nitrites soon!! ....its coming along great and congrats cycling fishless!!

aquarium dunce

I will test tap water tomorrow.

aquarist48

Congrats on doing a fishless cycle! Hang in there!
Ken