Just an update! So I didn't get to the store today...apparently they are randomly closed Thursdays. So instead I talked with the marine biologist who professionally took care of this tank for many many years. Shes cares for littlerly hundreds of tanks. So I thought I'd give her a shout... because for a second I was doubting myself and my knowledge. I asked if there is anything more I can do for this tank than what im already doing and there's pretty much not. Lol
Everything I'm doing is on point. Water change water change water change. That's how it's going to get under control. She said dont add anymore bacteria. The fish are hardy and to drop the salinity to .019 to prevent ice and velvet. I can do 10% daily if thats what it takes. So guess what I'll be doing tomorrow. And the next day. She personally said she doesnt use anything but salt and buffer and doest like the prime. But w/e I love prime in this case. Prime is a savior. So that makes me feel a wee bit better and I'm so glad I asked the forum for a water change and now I'll continue doing that.
She also said they would go 3 months without changing the water sometimes (personal YIKES) LOL no wonder why that water is yellow and smelly. Thats a hefty bioload for that tank
Everything I'm doing is on point. Water change water change water change. That's how it's going to get under control. She said dont add anymore bacteria. The fish are hardy and to drop the salinity to .019 to prevent ice and velvet. I can do 10% daily if thats what it takes. So guess what I'll be doing tomorrow. And the next day. She personally said she doesnt use anything but salt and buffer and doest like the prime. But w/e I love prime in this case. Prime is a savior. So that makes me feel a wee bit better and I'm so glad I asked the forum for a water change and now I'll continue doing that.
She also said they would go 3 months without changing the water sometimes (personal YIKES) LOL no wonder why that water is yellow and smelly. Thats a hefty bioload for that tank