I am pretty sure they will, but just wanted to make sure. I am thinking of adding pods now and maybe a daily dose of phytoplankton during the cycle. What do you guys think?
while they should survive the cycle, I dont think they are necessary in this point of the game. They are a vital part of a good cleanup crew, but without any fish poo or detritus to eat, they will starve. best to wait and add them after fish come into the tank.