I just got my API Master Test Kit today and did my first proper water test. For reference, I've been using test strips previously, and they've been showing that everything is fine. I wanted the API kit so I could be more accurate, especially since I'm going to be starting up a new tank soon and I want to monitor a fishless cycle.
ANYWAYS.
My levels are VERY WRONG. At least, for ammonia. And unfortunately, I already have an axolotl in this tank. I thought it was already cycled, but apparently not?
Ammonia: 1.5ppm
Nitrite: 0ppm
Nitrate: 5ppm
Now, my axolotl seems fine, but I am NOT messing around with such a high ammonia level. Here's some pictures of my results so they can be double-checked:
My question is, how do I fix this? Especially with an axie already in the tank? I have Tetra SafeStart plus (which I used to start my tank and I use every other week for water changes) but do I need to get something else? Do I just dump some of the SafeStart into the tank? I'm really worried about the health of my axie and I want to make this better, as soon as possible.
ANYWAYS.
My levels are VERY WRONG. At least, for ammonia. And unfortunately, I already have an axolotl in this tank. I thought it was already cycled, but apparently not?
Ammonia: 1.5ppm
Nitrite: 0ppm
Nitrate: 5ppm
Now, my axolotl seems fine, but I am NOT messing around with such a high ammonia level. Here's some pictures of my results so they can be double-checked:
My question is, how do I fix this? Especially with an axie already in the tank? I have Tetra SafeStart plus (which I used to start my tank and I use every other week for water changes) but do I need to get something else? Do I just dump some of the SafeStart into the tank? I'm really worried about the health of my axie and I want to make this better, as soon as possible.