How often would you do a water change in a 6g?

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  1. Julbella78

    Julbella78 Plankton

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    I have a 6g nano tank (est 6/29) and I have done one 10% water change so far. My tank is doing very well. I have live rock and live sand. There are clear worms on my rock and one snail that appeared out of no where. I just bought a yellowtailed damsel this weekend and it seems to be doing well. I'm just wondering how often I should do 10%, 25% and complete water changes.

    Thanks!
     
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  3. baugherb

    baugherb Giant Squid

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    I myself do about a 10% water change about every 2 weeks... It works for me... I take out about 8 large cups of water, the ones that hold about 2 cans of pop in them.... 8 Cups out 8 cups in....
     
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  4. SmittyCoco

    SmittyCoco Fire Shrimp

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    I have a 3 gallon pico and I do 2 liter changes every 3-4 days. I have a very high bio load though. Depending on your inhabitants. A 2gallon a week change or so should be enough. Wait awhile though for your cycle to complete. Once every two weeks or so. Good luck ! keep us posted! Oh and can we get some pics?
     
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    SmittyCoco Fire Shrimp

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    Greg we have a fellow nanonian !;D She has us both outdone on gallons:-/
     
  6. Julbella78

    Julbella78 Plankton

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    Thanks for the advice.

    Side note: I had to look at your location b/c you said pop. I'm from Central PA and that's what we call it here too. I knew you had to be close. :)
     
  7. baugherb

    baugherb Giant Squid

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    I almost typed soda....LOL.....
     
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  9. Julbella78

    Julbella78 Plankton

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    Thanks for all of the advice. I will post some pics tonight! :D I don't have any on my work computer or in photobucket.

    ETA: At this point, I have one yellowtail damsel. I have also discovered the worms and snail. I set the tank up for one clown. My friend is going to take the damsel when I purchase the clown on 8/31 (a b-day gift for my daughter).
     
  10. baugherb

    baugherb Giant Squid

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    Yes she does........ Were starting to get quite a collection of Nanoian's here on 3Reef>>>>>>> ;D;D