Which Salt Does What? (Salt In Freshwater Aquarium)

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KaveMan Aquatics

KaveMan Aquatics

6 ай бұрын

A very controversial topic, salt in freshwater Aquarium! I've heard it all. This video isn't about whether you should or should not use salt in your freshwater tank. Instead, let's learn the differences between the most popular salts (Aquarium salt, Epsom salt, and Cichlid lake salt) and what they do so you can make your own informed decision!
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@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
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@joshuac6793 Ай бұрын
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@WTFlux-lh2tf
@WTFlux-lh2tf 6 ай бұрын
Kev, what I really wanted to express in my comment here is how ENJOYABLE it is to listen to you teach. I'm enthused and enlightened by your in depth "aquarium environment and systematic framework" focus. Been doing fish for the better part of 50 years and I learn new USEFUL info from YOU and others each and everyday! Thank you!!
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you! Glad to hear that I can be helpful even to a veteran like yourself! 😁💪
@hightimegamingvideoshtgv6911
@hightimegamingvideoshtgv6911 6 ай бұрын
Me and my son love your channel. He recently wanted fish and chose cichlids so your page has been a great help to keep not only me but little man knowledgeable about our new pets. Instead of t.v he enjoys watching the tanks thanks kev 🐟🐟🐟
@fsu4life270
@fsu4life270 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for always explaining and helping new comers to the hobby I have learned alot again thank you
@syedomar261
@syedomar261 6 ай бұрын
Always beneficial and must need to know information. God bless u Kav
@Lhogchristmas
@Lhogchristmas 6 ай бұрын
Really enjoy your videos and I only use Seachem products only because of your great directions and your presentation and awesome personality. Thank you so much.
@ascricco987
@ascricco987 4 ай бұрын
I just found your channel yesterday, and I have to thank you for very informative and to the point information!
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 4 ай бұрын
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
@annie-gracesmith774
@annie-gracesmith774 2 күн бұрын
Ahhh been looking for a good video for how to use this (I’ve never used it before and one of my EBA’s has a clamped fin thing going on) and honestly your videos are so good at just telling us what the hell to do- always come to your vids first!! Thankyou! Also I definitely do not have the tank size (or body strength lol) for an Arowana but those guys are some beauts!! Thanks for the vids Kev, I’ve learned so much from them! 🙏🏼
@Saturn-Cflo
@Saturn-Cflo 6 ай бұрын
just got into fish keeping two weeks ago. got me a 30 gal tank and been watching all ur videos!!! Love ur content bro, thank you for all the info!!
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 5 ай бұрын
Glad to hear that bro! I highly suggest you check out my playlist for beginners. It'll be very helpful for you 😁 - kzfaq.info/sun/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er AND, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
@Lhogchristmas
@Lhogchristmas 6 ай бұрын
Love the app also it’s a great way to document your work on your tank!!
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
So glad to hear that! Thank you! Major update being tested right now and will be available soon! 😁
@dianac.5833
@dianac.5833 6 ай бұрын
I have never used any type of salt on my tanks because I wasnt sure why i needed to. This video was very helpful because it helps answer my questions. Thank you so much:)
@stevemoscatelli
@stevemoscatelli 6 ай бұрын
Thanks Kev...love the videos
@trinitymcabee1270
@trinitymcabee1270 6 ай бұрын
Thanks again Kev for this amazing information 🤗 🐠🐟🐠🐟🐟🐟
@losangeles_cichilds
@losangeles_cichilds 6 ай бұрын
Great Video Kev - very important stuff and informative- ty Bro !
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it my bro 😁💪
@joeycarter2678
@joeycarter2678 6 ай бұрын
I have always added salt to my aquarium when I add a new fish and now I know that's what caused my plants to nose dive. Thank you for the info.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Glad to help
@davidsmerda4159
@davidsmerda4159 6 ай бұрын
Great vid! Cheers
@lorisheheen2198
@lorisheheen2198 6 ай бұрын
Thanks Kev! I've been using the API Aquarium salt for year's now. I use it every few Month's for promoting their health and as a disease preventative. I remember you talking about this in the past. I don't use it now as frequently as I did before. Everything has been good! ❤😊
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Excellent! That’s exactly how I use it too 😁💪 Glad you enjoyed the video Lori!
@lorisheheen2198
@lorisheheen2198 6 ай бұрын
​@@KaveManAquatics❤❤❤😊
@samperson8787
@samperson8787 6 ай бұрын
Excellent stuff bro💯
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
@markpaulson1346
@markpaulson1346 6 ай бұрын
Are those Geophagus in with your discus and Arowana? Beautiful fish!! Thanks for another great video, Kev!!
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Yes Sirr! 😁 Sveni, Tapajos, and heckeli 💪
@SlimTim_dirty_aquatics
@SlimTim_dirty_aquatics 6 ай бұрын
Well said and explained; appreciate this video. Saved to favorites and be looking into American salt along Trace. Fired Up!!!
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad it was helpful! 😁💪
@michaelrodriguez8345
@michaelrodriguez8345 3 ай бұрын
Thank you Kev. Very educational.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 3 ай бұрын
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
@Winecone
@Winecone 6 ай бұрын
I went to pet smart and there was a guy watching your video on his phone looking for tips lol I said hey it’s kaveman and we talked about how I’ve been watching your videos to help me with my 40 gallon fancy gold fish tank. It’s a breeze to maintain now since I started using things like purigen and set up my canister. I’m setting up another 55 gallon soon because I feel confident enough after learning so much.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
That is super cool!! LOL Love stories like this,m thanks for sharing it with me. And congrats on your new 55! 💪💪
@zerofreeze27
@zerofreeze27 6 ай бұрын
I was always curious if I could use cichlid lake salt and cichlid trace together..To make myself an easy reminder I have a 12 month calendar on my fridge. Takes about 15 mins and I go through the whole year and write down what to do on what day and it made my life so much easier..Hope this helps.Thank you for this video Kev
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
If you found something that works well for you keep at it! 😁 I have an entire video on using cichlid salt and Trace together…check it out - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f5ZmhrBhyZu3ias.htmlsi=DX5dHnDtuADrx3p0
@matthewfeger398
@matthewfeger398 6 ай бұрын
I really enjoy your videos very educational on the hobby.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
@NoExceptionsGuy
@NoExceptionsGuy 6 ай бұрын
After the recommendation of a VERY knowledgeable friend and Discus breeder in London, I've added normal table sea salt to my tank to treat a little ich that was present on my tank boss for some time. Fish already looks much better in 2 days. And I think, my already colorful cichlids even have more intense colors now. The table salt I used is pure with trace elements of anti caking agent (Silicon Dioxide and sodium ferrocyanide) that is nowhere near any amount harmful to fish. Normal pure table salt, even with iodine and anti caking agents is fine to use as treatment or in lower amounts, as a preventative. I don't think paying more money is worth it. My friend gives lectures in Universities on fish and is a reputable discus breeder in London. He has successfully used table salt as treatment for decades. Thank you for the very informational video on the different types of salt and their uses.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
I agree the iodine amounts are so insignificant that it isnt harmful at all. My issue with the table salt is the caking agents. I just dont feel comfortable with using it. But if its working well for you, I'm glad to hear it! 💪
@lynnrobertson4657
@lynnrobertson4657 6 ай бұрын
Great information thank you from🇦🇺
@elizabethtruman7164
@elizabethtruman7164 6 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍 great advice
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com
@jasabasenara8124
@jasabasenara8124 6 ай бұрын
Perfectly put Kev. 👍
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! 😁💪
@tzaddik1694
@tzaddik1694 2 ай бұрын
Instant Ocean Sea salt is the best, IMO. I’ve been using it for years. I dissolve it in hot water, then pour it in at water changes. I haven’t had any type of parasitic, bacterial, fin or any other type of breakouts in my tanks since I started using it years ago. The Rift lakes are literally diluted sea water anyway. IDK, just my 2 cents! Blessings.
@capitalj1987
@capitalj1987 11 күн бұрын
Love the video I have 1400 of fish tanks never used it the fish seem to love it I wish I used it years earlier but I was scared to the fish are happy thanks
@jeremymoore450
@jeremymoore450 6 ай бұрын
Kev, Wonderful video on aquarium slats and the different ones available. I have heard of epsom baths for fish if they have Bloat and stuff. In my CA/SA tank I dose salt also but not a lot just enough to put some in the water. In my 55 gal and 20 long planted tanks I can’t really use a lot of salt. I use half the dose if I do dose aquarium salt. Because as you know some plants are sensitive to salt in the water. Appreciate the videos brother. Do we have any new tanks coming in? Are you going to dabble into saltwater? Hehe😂❤
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Yes sirrr, new saltwater coming very soon 😁💪
@AAE-cg1il
@AAE-cg1il 4 ай бұрын
The use of salts was common and dates very far back. It fell out of favor around the time all of these aquarium “products” began to be marketed to the general public. When I started In this hobby I couldn’t get a goldfish to live more than a few months…..until I discovered salts……….One discussion with an “old guy” and Iwas suddenly successful.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 4 ай бұрын
That veteran knowledge is always Gold!
@Lion-h3art
@Lion-h3art 6 ай бұрын
Thanks Kev for explaining the different types of salt. Can you measure the amount of salinity in your tank with a refractometer? Or does it only work with certain salt types...i.e. salt water tanks.
@Jack_Splendens
@Jack_Splendens 6 ай бұрын
It's good to learn something new about fishkeeping while I'm a veteran. I never used salt in my tanks but after this video there's a chance I will if it is necessary. 👍
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
I always say there’s always room to keep learning and growing. I’m still learning new things myself! Glad you enjoyed the video 😁💪
@jackparkin1339
@jackparkin1339 6 ай бұрын
Always like what I see bud
@ronniedeangelis5327
@ronniedeangelis5327 5 ай бұрын
KM Do you recommend PhosGuard for brown Algae? I am having a run on it in my tank. Do you have a video or link to purchase?
@madbutcher8446
@madbutcher8446 6 ай бұрын
Hi brother I love your show. Hey bro can I mix a frontosa in a 55 gallon bumblebee cichlid?
@Rosebud2503
@Rosebud2503 Ай бұрын
Great advice. But I learned now that I can't use it as I have got gorgeous plants and shrimps and snails.
@brianmizway9324
@brianmizway9324 6 ай бұрын
Definitely appreciate the video. Yes feels soooooo controversial. I would be afraid of accidently making my fresh water aquarium become a salt water tank. Lol great video.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
LOL, you would need A LOT of salt for that 🤣
@spazzychalk
@spazzychalk 6 ай бұрын
I have a roughly 5 or 7 inch comet goldfish with dropsy in a 10k+ gallon pond. None of the other 40 or so fish in there have any problems but this one has dropsy. It has bloated slowly over several months, i originally thought it was eggs until the scales started to pinecone. I do not believe the problem is anything other than bad genetics because it's a comet based on none of the other fish being affected for several months. But I want to relieve the bloating with salt. Once I remove him from the pond and put him in a quarantine tank what kind and how much salt should I use to suck the water out that is swelling him?
@bossman9443
@bossman9443 6 ай бұрын
So I have had my peacock and hap tank set up for for almost 6 months, would it be ok to start with cichlid lake salt now? Or would it shock the fish because I have never used it? And if I do use it how do you keep the water in balance, if I do what I think is a 50% water change and let's say it's 45% and I add 50% of cichlid salt for my water volume, the salt content would slowly rise if that makes sense, would it be ok to skip a salt does ever now and again or would that bother the fish because it isn't consistent? And does cichlid lake salt help with health of the fish?
@vika.keeling
@vika.keeling 24 күн бұрын
Can you add both Epsom and Fishtank salts into aquarium? I also have natural sea salt that I use for food. Can I use that?
@user-bt9qu6ld3y
@user-bt9qu6ld3y 6 ай бұрын
Where to place Canister filter inlet and outlet in a tank What direction is best
@scottreynolds4104
@scottreynolds4104 6 ай бұрын
What is the best setup for angelfish please
@user-pb4uq3wd2n
@user-pb4uq3wd2n 6 ай бұрын
What up Kev, I have 5 feather fin squeakers and live plants 🪴 should I avoid using aquarium salt I used to have pictus Cats and they didn’t mind but I’ve never tried with feather fins ( synodontis Eupterus )
@dennispeleg7843
@dennispeleg7843 6 ай бұрын
Certain salts are essential for water hardness, such as you mentioned for the Africans, thats why i dosed seachem African lake salt due to my low gh and Malawi buffer for ph and kh. Not a lot of people talk about gh and kh as it is important per regional cichlid. Central American cichlids can get away with close matching parameters as Africans whereas MOST south american cichlids require soft low alkaline water. The only SA cichlids that can get away with 7.4-7.8 ph with slight water hardness are umbee, oscars, red terrors and green terrors. Sorry Kev, love the videos and went overboard lmao. Can you do a video about seachem American cichlid salt?
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
No worries brother, I appreciate you dropping more facts! 😁 I could try, but I dont think I could say too much about just the American Salt. it would be a pretty short video lol
@dennispeleg7843
@dennispeleg7843 6 ай бұрын
@@KaveManAquatics or possibly do a short for american cichlid salt and the essentials for most American cichlids and cichlid salt for Africans and just do a quick explanation on water hardness. If I had a channel I'd invite you to do the explanation brother. Keep dropping gems!
@dennispeleg7843
@dennispeleg7843 6 ай бұрын
@@KaveManAquatics or GH and KH test kits!
@Traedavis112
@Traedavis112 6 ай бұрын
Question...I have a Green Dragon Pleco in my tank. Can I still use these?
@joeylowell293
@joeylowell293 4 ай бұрын
Hi i do agree with some of what you said but i have live plants and i use salt i put a bit in at water change times and so far i have had NO problems. i have guppies and Endler's, algae eaters, snails, gobies, cory's and all have had no problems using the salt.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 4 ай бұрын
Cool, some plants do better with salt than others. But most don’t do well at all.
@themetsochist
@themetsochist 6 ай бұрын
How much Epsom salt do you dose in a 5-10 gallon bath for constipated fish?
@naveedyousuf662
@naveedyousuf662 2 ай бұрын
Please make a video on seachem arowana buffer and ph neutral. The reason i ask you is because i only trust your suggestion and information…
@mikesoderberg656
@mikesoderberg656 6 ай бұрын
I need help with crushed coral, how much do i need for my Malawi tank? My tank is 150gallons
@joskareichelt5788
@joskareichelt5788 16 күн бұрын
One of our koi has warts, is there a way to treat that?
@whatupfolkgeno5206
@whatupfolkgeno5206 6 ай бұрын
Have u done a video on protein skimmers for beginners Kev
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
No, I havent ever used a protein skimmer. But my new saltwater tank is coming soon, so I'm sure I will! 😁
@unknownuser0420
@unknownuser0420 6 ай бұрын
Awesome video. My question is if I dose with cichlid salt on a regular basis, can I also dose aquarium salt at the same time for health? I have some flashing going on and it is not ich. Meds have not stopped it. Thought aquarium salt might help. It's not bad, but I can't figure it out.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Occasional flashing is ok. They might have irritation to changes in temp or PH which occur naturally. If its excessive flashing then you could have a problem. Dosing cichlid salt for them regularly is great, if you wanted to also dose Aquarium salt do it sparingly 1-2 months apart. Thats how I use both. 😁
@dennispeleg7843
@dennispeleg7843 6 ай бұрын
Check water for ammonia and nitrites. Also when dosing cichlid lake salt, get an API GH and kh test kit to check and make your other parameters are up to spec
@lapollynka
@lapollynka 2 күн бұрын
Is API salt safe for corydoras and shrimp, please?
@susanmetz9892
@susanmetz9892 6 ай бұрын
Can you address pop eye and using maracyn?
@brianmizway9324
@brianmizway9324 6 ай бұрын
It works. Had to do it for that reason with my fish once.
@leodeleon2391
@leodeleon2391 6 ай бұрын
I heard you say, " not recommended for scale less fish". What's a good alternative for bloat in a clownloach? Thanks!
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Try feeding skinless peas or just stop feeding for a few days until it can pass.
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@fleamcbaggins3087 6 ай бұрын
My man Kev droppin these knowledge bombs! Ahhh snap, now I want steak n eggs 😅😅😅
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@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
🤣🤣🤣 The best!!! 💪💪
@SolitaryDemand
@SolitaryDemand 6 ай бұрын
I tried your app, am I able to log when I do a water change or a canister clean, I don't see anywhere to log this into. Also can I change the date format and switch to metric (liters not gallons), or is this app only intended for Americans?
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
The units of measure are being updated and tested right now, app update coming very soon. And yes you will be able to log and keep track of all maintenance done. 😁💪 It’s a young app getting better everyday through user feedback and regular updates. 😁
@traveldiaries6078
@traveldiaries6078 6 ай бұрын
Finally I got the answer 🥰🥰
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Glad I could help!! 😁💪
@caritasdecaro8019
@caritasdecaro8019 6 ай бұрын
So, for live plants, no salt or some salt allowed? I have anubias, java fern, red root floaters, etc for Betta
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
I wouldn’t use any salt with live plants.
@ashleyboynton4937
@ashleyboynton4937 Ай бұрын
I have African and tiger cichlids in one tank. Which salt should I use?
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics Ай бұрын
If you meant Africans and Tiger Oscars, those fish require different water parameters. So one of them wont be in their natural water. I assume you have alot more Africans so use the Cichlid lake salt for them,
@user-po4zh6tm7e
@user-po4zh6tm7e 6 ай бұрын
I use 2 Tablespoons of Natural Sea Salt(Non Iodized), 1 Tablespoon of Epson Salt and 1 Teaspoon of baking soda per 10 Gallons on my 55 Gallon Mbuna tank as a buffer for about 2 months now. I only doze my tank up to 40 gallons I won't go over. They seem to be thriving and started breeding 3 days after I started using it. I do 50 percent water changes weekly so I only dose for 20 gallons every water change. Should I switch to cichlid salt?
@user-po4zh6tm7e
@user-po4zh6tm7e 6 ай бұрын
I used it to bring my PH GH and KH up I seem to have found the sweet spot.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
If you’re sure you found the sweet spot you can continue dosing baking soda without a problem if you prefer that. The cichlid salt won’t raise KH or PH, it raises your GH (hardness) they would benefit from the cichlid salt.
@user-po4zh6tm7e
@user-po4zh6tm7e 6 ай бұрын
@@KaveManAquaticsI will give the cichlid salt a try! Thanks you're the man Kev😎
@3guavamidnit
@3guavamidnit 2 ай бұрын
Can I add salts and Prime at the same time of water change?
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 2 ай бұрын
Yes Sir! 😁
@bryanaraujo5455
@bryanaraujo5455 2 ай бұрын
Which one do I use for my saltwater tank?
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 2 ай бұрын
None of these are the Salt you need for a saltwater tank.
@mrchard40
@mrchard40 Ай бұрын
Where do you find all your movie clips?? Could you share them with me???
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics Ай бұрын
Check out playphrase.me
@scottreynolds4104
@scottreynolds4104 6 ай бұрын
180 juwel vision tank
@DGGuaglianone
@DGGuaglianone 6 ай бұрын
I keep a saltwater and freshwater tank side by side and every week when I do 80% water change on the freshwater cichlids I add 5 gallons of saltwater from my water change.
@sirgerbilmacintosh9101
@sirgerbilmacintosh9101 6 ай бұрын
How many gallons is your cichlid tank?
@kentdelosreyes143
@kentdelosreyes143 6 ай бұрын
guys, i have a question. what will happen if you didn't watee change after you use methylene blue?
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
The meds will stay in the tank
@kentdelosreyes143
@kentdelosreyes143 6 ай бұрын
@@KaveManAquatics it's safe right?, like there's no going to happen bad. thankyou so much for responding!
@user-zu6dj2pt5h
@user-zu6dj2pt5h 3 ай бұрын
Big bro kave love your expertise and how to break it down for the people! How many teaspoons or tablespoons of aquarium fresh water salt should I use in my 55 gallon tank
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 2 ай бұрын
1 tablespoon per 5 gallons
@user-zu6dj2pt5h
@user-zu6dj2pt5h 2 ай бұрын
@@KaveManAquatics thanks big bro respect ✌️
@ed_dahiphop_guru8774
@ed_dahiphop_guru8774 6 ай бұрын
Can i get a quick list of fish in that discus tank.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Discus, Arowana, Geophagus 😁
@scarletfire9812
@scarletfire9812 5 күн бұрын
Kev when i add Seachem cichlid salt my PH takes a nosedive
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 4 күн бұрын
Not possible. Adding minerals wont drop your PH. Something else is causing it.
@scarletfire9812
@scarletfire9812 3 күн бұрын
@KaveManAquatics So I called Seachem tech support. Apparently when doing a water change you have to add Malawi ph buffer at the very end. I was adding it with the Cichlid lake salt and ph was staying at 7. Now I wait a 1/2 hour after water changing.Add the buffer and boom ph at 8.2 perfect.
@ryanzielinski2230
@ryanzielinski2230 6 ай бұрын
I put cichlid salt in my planted tanks
@TheTubejunky
@TheTubejunky 6 ай бұрын
Sea salt for Guppies?
@sabastainelifritz8883
@sabastainelifritz8883 6 ай бұрын
I’ve only ever used the basic aquarium salt as an immune boost for my fish.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
That'll get the job done! 😁💪
@mikep5726
@mikep5726 6 ай бұрын
Your FUSCO is Hi Jacking your video. Lol
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
The video and the tank itself! He’s been a naughty boss lately! lol
@mimimelendez6594
@mimimelendez6594 6 ай бұрын
Hey everyone. I’m giving away some Mbuna cichlids and don’t want them to go into the wrong hands. So I figured if you are here on this channel then you must love fish and care to learn about keeping them properly. Anyone interested, let me know!
@keepamerica2astrong280
@keepamerica2astrong280 6 ай бұрын
K Man ! What no Kosher salt ? 😂😂 Hope you have been well my brother...
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
🤣🤣🤣
@madprunes
@madprunes 2 ай бұрын
America, where salt isn't just salt, they put sugar in it as well.
@atomicthoughts9166
@atomicthoughts9166 6 ай бұрын
Who's messing with the likes
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
What do you mean?
@RyanDahn
@RyanDahn 6 ай бұрын
I thought you were going to use this video to transition into your new salt water tank, update!
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
lol, That would have been a great segue...but I'm still a few weeks out from the start of that project! Stay tuned though 😁
@Spacey7
@Spacey7 6 ай бұрын
I've got Guppy Salt? lol
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
You can but start with a low dosage and work your way up from there if you don’t see any signs of stress.
@Spacey7
@Spacey7 6 ай бұрын
@@KaveManAquatics I've used it for treatment baths & added some to the tank but not a lot as I have Kuhli Loaches in the tank too. Also used Epsom salt baths but not had a lot of luck with them. Epsom salts are good for plants too so I've added some in the tank from time to time, again not often. Great video btw 😁
@adamcenteno6155
@adamcenteno6155 4 ай бұрын
You spent half the time explaining the difference between regular salt and epson salt.
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 4 ай бұрын
You’re welcome
@beckyh9733
@beckyh9733 4 ай бұрын
Epson salts can be used for humans who can’t poop either! 😂
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 4 ай бұрын
🤣🤣
@ryanshea6141
@ryanshea6141 6 ай бұрын
In your African cichlid tank are they all male?
@KaveManAquatics
@KaveManAquatics 6 ай бұрын
Yes, All male except for 2 frontosa females. The Malawi's wont mate with them so theres no aggression issues.
@ryanshea6141
@ryanshea6141 6 ай бұрын
@@KaveManAquatics I'm doing a 75 gal with Fx6, lots of rock work (texas holey rocks for ph buffering) and was considering doing an mbuna tank with males and females and then adding a few male peacocks and haps. Do you think it could work? Was considering 1 male, 3 female colonies of yellow labs, yellow tail acei, clown lab, and rusty (16 mbuna total) and maybe 5-7 male haps /peacocks. Thoughts?
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