Cycling Tempurature.

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  1. KDtrey5

    KDtrey5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    What tempurature should I run my tank at when cycling? There are no fish so nothing would be harmed. Right now I keep it steady at 77 degrees. I was told that a higher tempurature will cause the bacteria to grow faster. Is this true?
     
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    It may or may not. I would keep the tank at the temperature you plan to keep it when it has livestock.
     
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  3. KDtrey5

    KDtrey5 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Ok ill keep it at 77. Thanks
     
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  4. Marshall O

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    The only reason to go higher is if you were cycling a tank with pure ammonia. In that case you would want to be around 85. Otherwise, keep it where you are as mentioned.
     
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