The Aquarium Nitrogen Cycle - (Simple Explanation)

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  • Опубликовано: 7 мар 2020
  • A common question in the fish keeping hobby is what is the nitrogen cycle in aquariums? It can be complicated but it doesn't have to be. In this video you get the need to know information for keeping your tank healthy and your fish happy.
    So what is the nitrogen cycle process? The aquarium nitrogen cycle must be completed before adding any fish. "New Tank Syndrome" is the number 1 killer in the aquarium hobby. Understanding the basic nitrogen cycle is a must in this hobby. I'll also give you some tips on how to start the nitrogen cycle super fast....so you can hurry up and get those fish! ;)
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  • @KaveManAquatics
    @KaveManAquatics  4 года назад +47

    Did any of that make sense? lol Share your thoughts below....And dont forget to Subscribe ruclips.net/channel/UCiEPmLfXBGeiHiCn4HVtS5w

    • @shlomithardy5734
      @shlomithardy5734 3 года назад +2

      Yes indeed. Thank you

    • @shlomithardy5734
      @shlomithardy5734 3 года назад +3

      Hi Ian. I followed your advice with 50% water changed and add the beneficial bacteria plus Prim water condition. Yesterday. Today for my pleasant surprise Nitrite is 0 and nitrate 5.00 ppm . I suppose I will keep texting the water for the next few days to make sure no reverse nitrite then can add few more small fish?
      Thanks for all your great advices.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 года назад +4

      Shlomit Hardy yes sir, congrats! You’ve got a good handle on your tank, that’s great!

    • @shlomithardy5734
      @shlomithardy5734 3 года назад +1

      KaveMan Aquatics thanks.

    • @tgyapatu2be
      @tgyapatu2be 2 года назад

      I have a question: why does everyone call it the nitrogen cycle when nitrogen is being left out of the explanation?

  • @jamesblankenship4292
    @jamesblankenship4292 4 года назад +194

    I've watched dozens and dozens of videos on this and this is the first time I've clearly understood it. Great content for me, the beginner, and you're a great teacher!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 года назад +13

      Thanks, I appreciate hearing that! I remember starting this hobby and feeling the same way. So I try to tailor my content for the beginners out there. Enjoy the journey! There's a lot to learn

    • @lukemccarthy4370
      @lukemccarthy4370 2 года назад +6

      This was by far the best video I have watched on this 🔥

    • @thefountain6634
      @thefountain6634 2 года назад +3

      Absolutely agree 👍

    • @manuelplascencia9279
      @manuelplascencia9279 Год назад

      I’ve been having ammonia in my tank i try many things but nothing works. What can i do?

  • @michaeldavenport9971
    @michaeldavenport9971 2 месяца назад +3

    Just getting started. Bought a house 8 years ago with a 350L tank embedded in the man cave bar . Ignored it for 8 years but now got the bug. Set it up last weekend with filter, lighting, heater, aeration and substrate. Week in and desperate to add fish but watching your videos I’ll be patient for at least another week as added some bacteria kick start from week 1 so hoping 2 weeks will do it. Love your content.

  • @sarahshealthyrecipes
    @sarahshealthyrecipes Год назад +28

    Dude, my kid won a fish and I had no CLUE what to do. Your videos are AWESOME! So easy for us newbies to understand. Thank you!

  • @irenelim6798
    @irenelim6798 3 месяца назад +4

    Thank you so much! Because of your videos, i was able to save my fish through "quarantine". so happy with seachem products, though its expensive😂 Started with this hobby about 3 weeks ago and hopeful that me and my fishes would survive! Thanks for your simple and direct explanation. God bless!

  • @cyklopPL
    @cyklopPL 11 месяцев назад +5

    Same as other comments - your videos ARE SO SIMPLE to understand, thank you. I am 35 YO but have a fish tank for the first time and the learning curve has been quite steep. You channel is a god sent

  • @GuilhermeIanella
    @GuilhermeIanella Год назад +6

    I can't stress enough how much your video helped me. I watched hundreds of videos, and none was better than yours. I rarely comment on RUclips, but in this case, I had to. Excellent content, I'll stay tuned!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад +1

      So glad to hear the video was helpful for you! Thank you for the positive feedback as well! 😊💪

  • @sprocket0077
    @sprocket0077 Год назад +10

    I’ve watched every nitrogen cycle video on RUclips and this is the best one. I didn’t know the bacteria actually consume and transform the ammonia into nitrite

  • @GradoniusTheWise
    @GradoniusTheWise 2 года назад +5

    You shared the bit of information about tank cycling that I was most confused about. I was confused about tank cycling and how an 80% water change wouldn’t cause you to restart the tank cycle…
    It is because the helpful bacteria doesn’t live in the water column!! Everything has clicked for me now. Thank you!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 года назад

      My pleasure! Glad I could help clear that up for you! 😊

  • @yak6896
    @yak6896 Год назад +8

    I've been keeping fish for 10 years and this was still helpful. (setting up my second aquarium) Haha! Well explained.

  • @callummedeiros3327
    @callummedeiros3327 Месяц назад

    You are by FAR the most high quality ,clearest, direct, informative and to the point videos on the hobby
    Bless you for your videos, I can't get enough, thank you

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Месяц назад +1

      Wow, thank you so much! 😁 Glad you're finding the channel helpful!
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    • @callummedeiros3327
      @callummedeiros3327 27 дней назад

      @@KaveManAquatics I absolutely will! Thank you for being so amazing and helpful to everyone, God bless

  • @samuelpaulkeys9357
    @samuelpaulkeys9357 6 месяцев назад +2

    You are an awesome teacher. Finally am seeing someone who teaches this in the best way 😄 Keep helping the fish keepers brother ❣️

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪
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  • @ms.jennmendoza637
    @ms.jennmendoza637 2 года назад +9

    im watching ur playlist for beginners ,and all i can say is ur freaking brilliant 😍 i just setup my new aquarium,& im getting all the info i needed from ur channel ..million thank u bro

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 года назад +1

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @FlyTyer1948
    @FlyTyer1948 2 года назад +8

    I’m planning to get a tank after moving in a month or so & have been visiting lots of different aquatic sites. This is the best explanation of how to cycle a new tank from scratch that I have found. Well done & thank you, sir.

  • @dj.excess
    @dj.excess 2 года назад +5

    Man, you remind me of a teacher I had that explained things so easy, it was impossible to get it. Thanks man!! Much appreciated!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 года назад

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @junri861
    @junri861 3 года назад +28

    Im learning more from this man than those bigger channels. Very informative and newbie friendly! Thanks for these ! Imma sub!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 года назад

      Awesome, thank you! Glad you're finding the videos helpful! 😊

  • @1985goldie
    @1985goldie 4 года назад +39

    Bloody love these videos. Really easy to understand for a beginner like me and so well edited! Best of luck with the channel man✌🏻

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 года назад +4

      Thank you sir, glad you’re enjoying the videos! Really appreciate those words 💪

  • @nettehurry420
    @nettehurry420 Год назад +1

    Appreciate you my guy! Best break down out there, period! 🙌🏾

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад +1

      Thanks bro! Glad you found it helpful! 😁💪

  • @CupcakeCritter
    @CupcakeCritter Год назад +1

    THANK YOU for thinking of those of us who are just starting the hobby. I really do appreciate what is probably very basic to experienced fish keepers. Thank you!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад +1

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @buffalomomo5061
    @buffalomomo5061 Год назад +1

    Brilliant! Clear, simple, perfectly understandable. Thanks a million!!!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @aquaterraexoticpets
    @aquaterraexoticpets 4 года назад +7

    Very knowledgeable!!! This I very important to know especially for the new people that come into the fish Hobby!! Hit that button!!! Not knew to the hobby but you never know what you can learn!!!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 года назад +1

      Everything Fish Thank you bro!! Those are very encouraging words!! 💪

  • @Unruly_cordy
    @Unruly_cordy 3 года назад +5

    YOUR VIDS ARE ABSOLUTELY AMAZING BRO!! SO MUCH INFO IN A SMALL VIDEO!! NOT MANY AQUATIC RUclipsRS OUT THERE LIKE U, KEEP IT UP!!!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 года назад

      Thanks bro, I appreciate that! Glad you’re enjoying the videos 😊

  • @Khudoz
    @Khudoz 3 месяца назад

    Kev... I love how you explain everything in such an easy to understand way.
    You stressed about de-chlorising the tapwater you put in the tank.
    To all fresh aquamen and aquawomen all around the world... Different countries use different ways to filter and clean their water that you'll get from the tap.
    There are several tools available to check the chemical compounds in the water.
    Because I'm Dutch, I know that the water from the tap in The Netherlands is by itself usable in an aquarium, without the need to de-chlorise it. However depending on the area, it may have fluctuating Ph levels.
    I do not know about other countries!
    So if you are in the USA, you may want to follow Kev's instructions to the letter... but for other countries, you may have to do some research on your local tapwater.

  • @nkwart
    @nkwart 3 года назад +1

    Aloha from Oahu. Great videos, refreshing my memory as I start the hobby again and perfect videos for teaching my kids who are just as involved with our tank. Mahalo 🤙🏽

  • @tuliskuasal9848
    @tuliskuasal9848 2 года назад +2

    This is the most clear and straight to the point video about aquarium hobby ive ever seen. Keep up the good work sir! subscribed

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад

      Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @thepaintedcatbyher
    @thepaintedcatbyher 2 года назад +1

    This is the first video that made sense for me. I have 2 beautiful Goldfish and thought I had cycled my tank before getting them but realize i didn't do it correctly. So now I have a tank with my goldfish in it that isn't cycled after 4 months and now having ammonia issues. I know now what I'm doing wrong. I'm too clean! lol I have over cleaned my filters and decorations. Realizing now to leave those alone. I'm currently doing the water change, adding the stability etc and leaving my media alone. I hope my goldfish are strong and will survive my rookie status because I love them so much. I will continue educating myself with your videos. Thank you for keeping things simple and understandable. ❤️

  • @Flintlock85
    @Flintlock85 Год назад +1

    You do a great job in all your videos Kev!! Your efforts are much appreciated!!

  • @dudoklasovity2093
    @dudoklasovity2093 Год назад +1

    7,5 minutes well spent! Thank you for concise and comprehensive explanation! much appreciated 👍

  • @arjanpolling6552
    @arjanpolling6552 2 года назад +1

    almost at 100k Kev. Good job.

  • @itz_annabellam4665
    @itz_annabellam4665 Год назад

    One of the best and clearest videos for explaining the cycle. Thank you so much!

  • @Thezampanini
    @Thezampanini 2 года назад +4

    Dude thank you so much for this video. There are a ton of tank specialist videos just showing off their extended knowledge without regard to the viewer. Extremely confusing.
    I’m a smart guy, but I’m no chemist or college grad. I’m going to be following every video you make, thanks for your content my man. I’m setting up a 40 gallon for my kid’s yellow belly slider, this helped me out a lot.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 года назад

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @TabbyCatLady
    @TabbyCatLady Год назад +2

    Wow great channel man. I’ve been doing a lot of research on freshwater tanks lately and your videos are the best. Clear and concise info presented very well. Subscribed! 😊

  • @brigetteking9590
    @brigetteking9590 Год назад +1

    I'm glad I found your channel so soon! I was reading the comments, and apparently, it's not easy to find simple beginner videos. I had a 10 gallon years ago with decent success, but I am getting a bigger tank this time. It was a bit intimidating to go 30+ gallon tank. I feel like a beginner again since it's been about 17 years since I've had a tank. Thank you! Your videos are informative, put in layman's terms, and I found them super helpful. 👌

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад

      Super glad to hear that! Welcome back to the hobby! 😊😊 Yes, this is a very beginner friendly channel and even has an entire playlist for beginners. Check it out here - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er

  • @papamuerte5752
    @papamuerte5752 3 года назад +1

    man, I love this guy...best aquaristics videos on youtube, period!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 года назад +1

      Thank you bro! Really appreciate that! 😊💪

  • @CODHELPUS
    @CODHELPUS 3 года назад +1

    Brilliantly explained, best explanation on you tube, thanks !

  • @KalindiYoga
    @KalindiYoga 3 года назад +1

    Excellent explanation for the beginners like me! Thank you very much.

  • @jjwmo921
    @jjwmo921 3 года назад +3

    This is the best explanation I've heard!

  • @jesuscarrillo85
    @jesuscarrillo85 Год назад

    Just got my first Fish tank as an adult. Stumbled on your channel as I was doing research on Seachem Stability, great videos! I "won" my first fish and my daughters school carnival, So I had to start my Cycle with live fish. I am on day 3 and "Goldie" is still alive. You do us beginners such a great service. Thank you!

  • @viviannebausha7780
    @viviannebausha7780 3 года назад

    I just found my new go to guru of fish tanks and how to keep my fish alive. Great information!

  • @Korzax
    @Korzax Год назад

    Just started in the hobby. All of your videos have been a godsend. Keep up the good work.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад

      Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @quackchung
    @quackchung Год назад +3

    Best concise explanation and presentation, which flowed without any hesitation and useless rambling. Brilliantly edited with more than adequate links provided in the "Read More" Section . Thanks KaveMan...Subscribed...🙂

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад +1

      Thank you sir! Glad to hear you enjoyed the video, I appreciate the sub! 😊💪

  • @johnbentall3238
    @johnbentall3238 Год назад

    Thanks Kev your videos are great Ive made alot of the mistake that beginners do but thanks to your videos Im learning to correct them. Thanks again

  • @guanacoyyz9646
    @guanacoyyz9646 Год назад

    Thanks for this great video! I just started my "fish keeper' journey yesterday with a fresh new tank and used the Stability option. Happy to see this video and get confirmation on my decision! 1 dose x 7 days 🙂 Keep doing an awesome job!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад +1

      Glad it was helpful bro! Welcome to this great hobby, remember to enjoy the journey, it's always about growth and you never stop learning!
      I highly suggest you check out my playlist for beginners. It'll be very helpful for you 😁 - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er

  • @jamieevolution
    @jamieevolution 2 года назад

    Thanks for the help. Just started my first tank set up,

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 года назад +1

      My pleasure bro! I highly suggest you check out my playlist for beginners. It'll be very helpful for you 😁 - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er

  • @h0MbrE02
    @h0MbrE02 Год назад +1

    Hey KaveMan, thanks bud! I'm an experienced aquarium hobbyist and I searched the web for over an hour looking for the best explanation of the nitrogen cycle I could find for a beginner acquaintance of mine to get him properly introduced to the concept of the nitrogen cycle and why it is so important. He recently opened a badly needed bait shop here in town but has had some problems keeping the minnows healthy. I looked at his set up a few weeks ago and the problem was obvious... highly inadequate biological, as well as mechanical filtration, hence high ammonia levels. The water was even a little cloudy. From my hobbyist point of view, I saw the problem immediately. I asked him about his water change schedule... it was 100% once a week. Ugh! After a short discussion about it, I offered to guide him in building a dual 55g barrel filtration system and plumb it through his 5 bait tanks totalling about 600g of water. But first, he needs to understand how and why it works... and how and why it can fail. I wanted to find a very clear but straight forward explanation that wasn't a childish cartoon and your video is perfect! Keep up the good work and thanks again, you just made my job a little easier!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад +1

      Thank you! Always happy to here from the veterans of the hobby! Glad you enjoyed the video and found it helpful! 😁💪

  • @LaRosi0114
    @LaRosi0114 6 месяцев назад

    New to your channel and I already love you. Not only are you relatable, you seem like family. Thanks for all the topics you post and congrats on the app! I work in IT and was wondering if there was anything like this out there. Can't wait to begin using it. ❤❤❤

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you so much! I try to be as authentic as possible here and always get straight to the point 😁 The app has had some bugs in its initial launch but we've corrected many of them in our first update which will be available next week! Would love to hear your feedback on it 😁💪

  • @georgeeverett6104
    @georgeeverett6104 3 года назад +2

    Hi, I have been watching your videos. We are very new to African cichlids. I love your videos because you explain things in a way we all can understand. Even more important you show us how to do things very throughly. About a year ago we lived in Delaware. We had a discus tank. We live in Florida now and have really fallen in love with African Cichlids. We will be getting our 120 gal aquarium in a few weeks. Very excited!
    Watching your videos has taught us a lot we didn’t know or do. Thanks for doing the videos and for all of your help. You are appreciated.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 года назад

      Thank you George! That positive feedback is very appreciated! Im glad I was able to help and get you guys into African Cichlids! 😊 I also have a course launching soon on everything you need to know about keeping African Cichlids, Join the waiting list if your interested to be notified of the launch! kavemanaquatics.com/keeping-african-cichlids

  • @gevkias2397
    @gevkias2397 2 года назад

    Hi Kev, thanks for teaching us in a simplified way about the Nitrogen cycle, hats off to your knowledge 👍👍👍

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 года назад +1

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @terrakilla08
    @terrakilla08 3 года назад

    Bro your videos are great. Got my 1st lil 5 gallon tank a few months ago and didn't realize how addicting this all would be..and this was the one thing I knew was important but didnt fully understand. Awesome video thanx 👍🏼

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 года назад

      Glad I could help! And welcome to the hobby, you're right though, with this hobby once your hooked your hooked! lol Check out this playlist for beginners, should be very helpful for you - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er

  • @kyrayeager5272
    @kyrayeager5272 2 года назад +1

    Very easy to understand. Thank you!!!

  • @christiananthonymanguera7979
    @christiananthonymanguera7979 Год назад

    So simple! Thanks!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @FrankGiunto-ct6yt
    @FrankGiunto-ct6yt 10 месяцев назад +1

    Great content great show. Thanks for all the awesome info

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  10 месяцев назад +1

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @theresabradt3383
    @theresabradt3383 2 года назад

    Just set up a fresh water tank (a humble 29 gallon one) and this video was sooo helpful. I could not for the life of me figure out how the cycle would be complete, without the fish, yet you can't add the fish without the cycle being complete, make it make sense lol. and you did! Thank you!! My 5 year old son and I can't wait to add a few fish to our new tank!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 года назад

      So glad you and your boy enjoyed it and found it helpful! 😊 Here's a great playlist for beginners that'll be helpful too - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er

  • @kylejackson249
    @kylejackson249 2 года назад

    Ur very knowledgeable and break stuff down so easily that anyone care understand. Keep up the good work!

  • @tiffitude8u
    @tiffitude8u 3 года назад

    Thank you so much for this very clear informative video!

  • @momo7gato
    @momo7gato 2 года назад

    Thanks for the explanation of tank "cycling". A lot of aquarium gurus throw the term around, forgetting that beginners have NO CLUE to what they are referring.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 года назад

      My pleasure! I try to keep the beginners in mind here! I highly suggest you check out my playlist for beginners. It'll be very helpful for you 😁 - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er

  • @rechelevaill6168
    @rechelevaill6168 2 года назад

    I really love how you explain everything and do subtle shoutouts to click on different videos and subscribe. You’re very charismatic. Thanks for posting and I am subscribed

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much! Glad to hear you're enjoying the channel and finding it helpful! Appreciate the Sub! 😊

  • @introvertedsoul6175
    @introvertedsoul6175 11 месяцев назад

    Im only watching you for now on you make so much more sense thanks so much! 😁

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @Adventuresofamongus
    @Adventuresofamongus Год назад

    I finally understand! Thank you! Great video!

  • @kimpossible1187
    @kimpossible1187 2 года назад

    Wow I love your channel! The exact question I had you also had a video for. Thanks so much!

  • @JerseyBoy5110
    @JerseyBoy5110 2 года назад

    This is a dope channel ... Getting ready to set up a 55 gallon planted tank..all these tips are great.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  2 года назад

      Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪

  • @218mildred
    @218mildred 2 года назад

    Thanks so much! Very informative in a easy to understand video! Your the best!

  • @RampartPh
    @RampartPh Год назад

    Enlightening video bro. Thanks!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @relaxman-tu1tp
    @relaxman-tu1tp Год назад +1

    Glad I found your channel. thanks brother good job

  • @ambermichealshotkinkyjo15
    @ambermichealshotkinkyjo15 Год назад +1

    Nice job my guy 👍💪

  • @seandonnellan3760
    @seandonnellan3760 Год назад

    I have yet to find another channel that explains these things easier. So I stopped looking and just have gone through your video library. Thank you!

  • @Readermaymei
    @Readermaymei 3 года назад

    Wow that couldn't have been any simpler. Thank you ❤❤❤

  • @delaneyhutchings4366
    @delaneyhutchings4366 4 месяца назад

    Thank you for helping me to finally understand the nitrogen cycle!!! I subscribed and will be watching many more videos!!❤

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 месяца назад +1

      My pleasure! Glad it was helpful! 😁 Checkout my beginners playlist, it’ll be very helpful - ruclips.net/p/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er&si=RCl5M2HUNs-_bsMP

  • @jakarrgilliam208
    @jakarrgilliam208 4 года назад +1

    this vidoe is so helpful, thanks alot!!!

  • @DeeBee778
    @DeeBee778 3 года назад +1

    Hi. I'm new to ur channel and I must say that out of all the videos I've watched explaining the nitrogen cycle this is the one I understand the best. So simple and to the point. And I too was of the misconception that the bacteria were in the water-as I've heard many times- so I'd be afraid to do too huge water changes. I owned a fish tank and it failed many times but I'm trying to start again cause I love it. So watching ur and loving ur videos.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 года назад

      Thanks! I’m glad you’re finding the videos helpful! We gotta get you back into the hobby! 😊

  • @JavierPartyOfFive
    @JavierPartyOfFive Год назад

    My favorite explanation of this topic on RUclips, thank you for this very well done. I appreciate you mentioning tolerable nitrate levels, didn't realize I could go twice as long without water changes haha :p

  • @noplacelikestorybrooke6968
    @noplacelikestorybrooke6968 2 года назад

    so easy to understand - subscribed!

  • @samanthab1018
    @samanthab1018 2 года назад

    Great. Thank you 👍🏻

  • @tracymcn1976
    @tracymcn1976 10 месяцев назад

    Brilliant video. Now the nitrogen cycle makes sense. Really simple when explained properly. 👍

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  10 месяцев назад +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! I just released a brand new video on this topic...Check it out 😊 - ruclips.net/video/bgXRdbMjTc4/видео.html

  • @jimmyoconnor6569
    @jimmyoconnor6569 Год назад +1

    I don’t know where all the emphasis came into play on cycling fresh water aquariums. POINT BLANK , stores are selling chemicals. I have had some form of fish tank or 1000s of gallons of tanks since 1984, and spent 7 years working professionally in a store that was almost exclusively a cichlid store. Your staple cichlids Mbuna, South Americans , Central Americans are almost unaffected during a fresh water cycle, in fact the more you add the faster the tank cycles. I do agree with most of what’s this bus says and he has the passion for the fish and I love to see that, and he is correct in the declorinators , I recommend API Stress Syme (If they still make it) API Stress Coat ( has saved more fish than I can count) Api Quick Start is ok , I never saw a big benefit to it.
    What you do need to do is get a good filter (marineland emperor 400 bio-wheel) or similar
    You do need the proper substrate for the type of cichlids ie…. Pea gravel , bag gravel, rocks for Central/South American ,
    crushed coral for African Malawi , Victoria, and Tanganyikans.
    With exceptions, No you can’t fresh cycle a tank with Discus or Angelfish or any more brittle cichild species.
    So my checklist
    1. Know you pr PH at the tap (unless Ro/Di is used) know your species requirements ( get a good ph test kit Salafort, or Rea Sea, API test kits are inaccurate garbage)
    2. Get your tank up to desired heat, gets good submersible heater
    3. Pick the right substrate for the fish you desire (caribe sea does sell precycled wet substrate that is really good , but really expensive and not needed)
    4. Float your new fish in new tank for 30 minutes ( this is the only time i will tell you this, use fish tank water in bag from pet store to help bacteria start) after that introduction of store bacteria , you need to stay away from store bacteria it can be problematic and in some cases catastrophic.

  • @NormKerr
    @NormKerr Год назад

    i have watched a million you tube videos on everything Fish will be new hobby and I really enjoy your humour and simple ways you explaine issues !!! well done I have only ever subscribed to one other channel in 8 years of you tube

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад

      Wow! That means a lot to me, thank you so much for the positive feedback! And thanks for the sub! Hope the rest of the channel continues to be helpful and entertaining for you 😁

  • @virusindigoindigovirus2870
    @virusindigoindigovirus2870 2 года назад

    Best tips so far, thanks and I subbed to only yours.. straight forward and my tanks are doing well from your guide so far! 🥰

  • @superdupermanda4
    @superdupermanda4 Год назад

    You explainb things sooooo perfectly thank you

  • @davidfagan9474
    @davidfagan9474 Год назад +1

    I saw that 10 common mistake video, and I thought that it was really good; I've been making my living for the past 35 or so years, and that video covered almost EXACTLY what I always try to get across to anyone that I am trying to either do it themselves or to have me service it for them. I actually was able to predict each issue that you spoke about before you actually said it! And almost in the exact same order that I tell people about. It covered even a few issues that I still hadn't learned until I had already been doing it for 10-15 years! Now it's been a good 35+ years, and I'm still always open to learning more. But, yes, it's all about providing the proper conditions essential to the given species' actual needs. And of course the things in OUR/YOUR immediate environment that will affect the conditions in the tank! An excellent video, and I would even recommend that newcomers watch and learn from... Please get in touch with me; we might be able to do each other some kind of good things.... I have some references if you want; I've got a couple of clients that I've had for over 30 years...

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад

      Thanks David! Happy to hear you enjoyed the video. I always appreciate the positive feedback, especially from the veterans of the hobby! 😊

    • @bradgooner3284
      @bradgooner3284 Год назад

      @@KaveManAquatics I'm more impressed with you still reading comments on a 2 year old video. Earned my sub just for that alone. Just bought my first tank today (2 foot) and have been watching your beginners guide, i can't wait to add fish next week. Stay awesome dude. Thanks for the uploads.

  • @sandarelliott5319
    @sandarelliott5319 4 года назад +5

    you taught me something so you get a sub, hope you get to 1k soon mate.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  4 года назад +2

      sandar elliott Awesome, mission accomplished 😆👍 Thanks bro!

  • @whichypoohs
    @whichypoohs 3 года назад

    Brilliant video and easy to understand Thank you.

  • @mr.get2damoney146
    @mr.get2damoney146 3 года назад

    The clearest I've ever heard it explained.

  • @dianewarde6074
    @dianewarde6074 10 месяцев назад

    I have watched a couple of your videos and I really like them. Your explanations are very clear. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.😊

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  10 месяцев назад

      Appreciate the comment!
      Feel free to get in our discord where we dive deeper into topics and answer tons of questions!😁
      discord.gg/UJJChV5E

  • @eggyy472
    @eggyy472 Год назад

    Very useful information to educate me. Really helpful..thank you so much!❤

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @rmusic8969
    @rmusic8969 Год назад

    Very clear explanation

  • @eloraespinosa
    @eloraespinosa Год назад +1

    That was Amazing 🤩 I actually understand what the heck is happening during the process of cycling a tank. Thanks for the clear explanation!!!!!!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @guyharvey1827
    @guyharvey1827 3 года назад +1

    Hi Kev, many thanks for these easy to follow videos, i live near London, and had a horror story on my first tank, losing all my fish because of lack of knowledge, left a bad taste in the mouth, have got it right now, thanks to your tuition. many thanks.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  3 года назад +1

      My pleasure bro, Glad you've found the channel helpful! 😊

  • @abrahammartinez6075
    @abrahammartinez6075 2 года назад

    Great channel, the best. Thanks

  • @geoffpedder
    @geoffpedder 11 месяцев назад

    thanks, great explanation for dummies like me!

  • @TheRealAndyB.
    @TheRealAndyB. Год назад

    Thanks for the value information. You gain a new subscriber. ❤

  • @champieyunn
    @champieyunn 10 месяцев назад

    A video explaining this that isn't over 30mins long. Thanks for this!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  10 месяцев назад

      Lol Glad it was helpful! 😁💪

    • @champieyunn
      @champieyunn 10 месяцев назад

      @@KaveManAquatics it was. You've gained yourself a sub :)

  • @Terrestriellie
    @Terrestriellie 2 года назад

    Dude, you're a lifesaver!

  • @seniorwille3446
    @seniorwille3446 3 года назад

    Such a great explanation!

  • @Lexicoyote
    @Lexicoyote 5 месяцев назад

    Like video …. I can relate when I started in the hobby …Thanks for the content…

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  5 месяцев назад

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊
      BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com

  • @rsphoto2490
    @rsphoto2490 3 года назад

    Bruh these videos are super informative to a noob like me, I hope your channel blows up soon. Keep up the great work homie!

  • @junwei3581
    @junwei3581 2 года назад

    Really love your videos, it is helpful for me as a beginner to understand. Keep it up.

  • @lunauga7759
    @lunauga7759 Год назад

    Very imformative thanks heaps from Australia.

  • @icecoldhawaiian
    @icecoldhawaiian Год назад

    this video was very helpful thx

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @Nico-xi4ok
    @Nico-xi4ok Год назад

    Love your content man, I am new to this and you have helped me a ton! I would love for the music to be a little lower though so I could focus on what you are saying. Appreciate what you do!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Год назад

      Thanks! This video was one of the first on the channel and I was pretty bad at editing then...I hope I have improved some since then 🤣

  • @thebatcave89
    @thebatcave89 Год назад

    Amazing boss! Great explanation