Hi Pam,
I'm setting up a new central america cichlid tank. It's a 125 Gal. Tank
Do you recommend UV sterilization for water in that tank?
Regards,
Jorge
UV Sterilizer
Moderator: Pam Chin
Re: UV Sterilizer
Hi Jorge,
No I do not believe in putting UV systems on your freshwater tanks. These are used by large transhippers and wholesalers because they have a lot of fish moving in and out of their places. But in your tank if you keep your fish in sterilized water, then you can have all sorts of issues, especially when introducing new fish, or moving fish out. There are many diseases that fish may only be carriers, while they are not sick, they can infect your other fish.
Cichlids are amazingly hearty, as long as you provide plenty of water changes and feed the correct foods, you should not have any issues. Save your money and buy some cool Central American cichlids!
Cichlid Power!
Pam
No I do not believe in putting UV systems on your freshwater tanks. These are used by large transhippers and wholesalers because they have a lot of fish moving in and out of their places. But in your tank if you keep your fish in sterilized water, then you can have all sorts of issues, especially when introducing new fish, or moving fish out. There are many diseases that fish may only be carriers, while they are not sick, they can infect your other fish.
Cichlids are amazingly hearty, as long as you provide plenty of water changes and feed the correct foods, you should not have any issues. Save your money and buy some cool Central American cichlids!
Cichlid Power!
Pam