Should I Use Aquarium Salt ?

[jeepgirl]

I am setting up a new tank and needed to know should I add aquarium salt before I put the fish in???

 

[drobbyb]

Salt is not needed in freshwater tanks except as a medicine.

 

[jeepgirl]

Salt is not needed in freshwater tanks except as a medicine.

Ok thank you!

 

[»äshleÿ«]

It's not needed but it's definitely beneficial (depending on fish). Salt works best as a medicine when the quantity is raised, so keeping some in the aquarium at all times isn't a bad idea. The standard measurement is 1 tablespoon (approx 15mL) for every 5 gallons so I'd use just a bit less if used for an added benefit. Remember that NaCl doesn't evaporate either so when you do a WC just replace what was taken out. Also predissolve before adding to tank

 

[waterdrop]

Agree with Robby. WD

 

[Tolak]

Salt is not needed in freshwater tanks except as a medicine.

Save your money, the species that require salt are very few & far between.

 

[Inchworm]

Salt can actually be harmful to some fish, at least in the long run.

 

[jeepgirl]

Thanks everyone for all of your advice