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Unread 06/19/2007, 12:54 AM   #1
oscarslr
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Quick Question

Im transferring fish tomorrow, could i mix a fresh batch of saltwater and set them in there


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Unread 06/19/2007, 12:56 AM   #2
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sure could, just match the salinity.


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Unread 06/19/2007, 12:56 AM   #3
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it would not need the existing cycled water to live


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Unread 06/19/2007, 01:49 AM   #4
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New water could be too caustic. You will need to age it about one week and plenty of aeration.


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