Saltwater cycled now what?

[Jblair21]

So i just tested my saltwater tank thats been up for about 3 weeks and i have 0 ammonia and nitrites and about 10 nitrates. I was wondering whether to add a CUC or fish into my FOWLR tank. I did not have any algae bloom during or after the cycle (no lights used during this time). Should i go about adding a CUC or get a couple of clownfish for my new 30 gallon setup?

 

[ystrout]

Add both. Fishless cycling is great because by adding straight ammonia, you are adding more than a full stocked tank will provide. So when it's cycled, it's capable of processing more ammonia than your fish will produce.

I'd give it one more test to make sure it can consume 4 ppm of ammonia in under 24 hours then stock the entire tank. Also do a 100% water change to bring your nitrate down to 0. Always best to start fresh when adding fish.

 

[saltwater60]

Add fish slowly and the CUC.