About Christy Expertise I can answer some questions regarding freshwater fish ranging from their care to diagnosing common diseases or problems with the fish. I can also answer questions regarding the care and maintenance of an aquarium. I haven't had much luck with live plants, so can't help in that area very much. Not real good with explaining salt water or brackish set ups too well either. Also regarding goldfish, I have some comets, and have a little experience with them but mostly just general info on them. I AM NOT THAT FAMILIAR WITH ANY OF THE FANCY VARIETIES OF GOLDFISH. YOU MIGHT BE BETTER DIRECTING THOSE QUERIES TO AN EXPERT MORE FAMILIAR WITH THEM. If I can't answer or don't know something, I'll let you know, so don't be upset if I reject your question, I'll always explain why. I would just rather not answer then give an answer I'm not confident about.
Experience All personal, first hand, general fishkeeping experience. I've had fresh water aquariums now for about 7 years. I've had tropical/community fish tanks, African cichlids, South American cichlids, brackish water puffer fish, and a lot of other varieties in between.
Education/Credentials None, all personal experience
Question I made a partial water change at 0600 pm last nite. What is the time frame I should wait before adding new fish. There are no fish in tank right now
Answer Hi Ray
Without knowing other information.....like what are you doing with the tank? Did you do a fishless cycle?
Is it just up and running with just water in it? If that's the case, it's not cycled because there needs to be an ammonia source in the tank to start the cycle.
But yes, technically you can add fish right away to the tank after adding water. Since I don't know if you did a fishless cycle or what, I would recommend starting out with a few hardy fish. Zebra danios are usually pretty good, but if you need to cycle a large 55 gallon tank, they won't do much. Either way, start with a few fish, wait a few weeks and add a few more.
