quarantine tank?

[glenn10]

Hello,
I have read previous posts but need clarification. I just started a quarantine tank yesterday using aged seawater from my reserve. The tank is a 10 gallon with no substrate. The filter is a hang on the back with only a foam square in it for debris.

Today, I brought home my first two fish for my 47 that has cycled for 3 months. I am hoping that I did not have to cycle the quarantine tank. The salinity is 1.024 and the temp is 77 degrees.

Will I run into trouble when there is left over food or waste from the two fish.

Please let me know any suggestions you have.

 

[Lynn]

You just have to really watch it closely, as it's very easy for the water parameters to get way out of whack super quick. I always do a water test every other day, and I would change out a gallon of the ten everyday. Feed as lightly as you can, preferably smaller amounts more often then one or two larger feedings. I also syphon out the bottom of the tank every 3-4 days. Or you can syphon out 1 gallon everyday and then replace the water.
Good luck!
p.s what kind of fish did you buy?