I need some help/support from experts here, am little bit confused.
I have done 2 water changes in the last 1 week (30 gallon each) and was expecting a good change on my nitrate levels. At the first change, it dropped to 80ppm from 160ppm, however after the second change the nitrate level stayed the same.
The tank is sized as 180 gallon, however after subtracting the volume of the live sand and rock, I am assuming the net water amount should be around 120 gallon.
Below is the detail of my live stock and the test results.
I am using the API Reef and SaltWater Test Kits.
Expecting a good amount of nitrate decrease should be normal after these water changes,isn`t it?
Need some advice on what can be the reason for the stable nitrate levels?
Thanks in advance...
I have done 2 water changes in the last 1 week (30 gallon each) and was expecting a good change on my nitrate levels. At the first change, it dropped to 80ppm from 160ppm, however after the second change the nitrate level stayed the same.
The tank is sized as 180 gallon, however after subtracting the volume of the live sand and rock, I am assuming the net water amount should be around 120 gallon.
Below is the detail of my live stock and the test results.
I am using the API Reef and SaltWater Test Kits.
Expecting a good amount of nitrate decrease should be normal after these water changes,isn`t it?
Need some advice on what can be the reason for the stable nitrate levels?
Thanks in advance...