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Posted by Justin Boucher on March 22, 2005, 12:41 am
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A low dose of salt in a freshwater tank helps control some waterborne
parasites and protozoa. It can also ease the osmotic pressure on the fish
and make them more relaxed. I would like to point out however that there
are some fish and animals that do not tolerate salt in the water. Be sure
to check out the fish you're interested in for I'm not very familiar with
which fish those. I just wanted to make sure that you were aware that some
do exist. Typically, it is quite safe for a beginner aquarist to add the
recommended salt dosage.
Justin
> Hey, all,
>
> I'm new to aquariums and I have a question. I have a 20-gal tank and
> six lepord danios. I also have several plants. Currently the water is
> totally fresh, and ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate are all at zero. I
> have been reading lots of faqs and information online. Some people
> suggest adding 1 tbs of marine salt per 5 or 10 gallons of water.
> Should I do this with my tank? What does the salt help with? Thank you
> for your help. I look forward to your replies.
>
> Sincerely,
> Travis
>
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> I'm new to aquariums and I have a question. I have a 20-gal tank and
> six lepord danios. I also have several plants. Currently the water is
> totally fresh, and ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate are all at zero. I
> have been reading lots of faqs and information online. Some people
> suggest adding 1 tbs of marine salt per 5 or 10 gallons of water.
> Should I do this with my tank? What does the salt help with? Thank you
> for your help. I look forward to your replies.
>
> Sincerely,
> Travis
>