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Old 10-19-2007, 12:47 AM
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Originally Posted by howdy20012002 View Post
so the main issue from the fish is Nitrates and phosphates correct?
so waterchanges and Phosban?
thanks
Neal
Hmm. I think phosphates are more likely introduced to any system through the foods we feed our fish. Flake, pellets, and seafood-based foods. Fish eat the food, digest, poop. Then we're talking about nitrates.

Water changes obviously help reduce the accumulation of waste. Phosban is dealing with the results of too much phosphates, but nonetheless seems to be relatively effective. I think it's probably more beneficial to tackle the source of the phosphates instead. Over-feeding, not rinsing seafood (mysis) foods, etc. As well, tap water or poorly-filtered water can/will introduce phosphates.
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