lighting and filtration for a cycle

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  1. crustytheclown

    crustytheclown Eyelash Blennie

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    do you need lighting or any filtration while cycling a tank???
     
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  2. JJK

    JJK Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    No. Lighting is pretty useless since nothing is growing in the tank except bacteria. So it is basically just using electricity for no reason, and possibly fueling algae growth.

    Filtration is counter-productive, since you want things to stew a little during a cycle. Basically, leave the filters and skimmers off until your nitrates start to rise.
     
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  3. crustytheclown

    crustytheclown Eyelash Blennie

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    cool thanks. this forum rules!!!!
     
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