Cycle maintenance

[llovasco]

I have completed my cycling in my 29 gallon and have high nitrates so I will be doing a large water change. I do not have my first fish yet to put in. My question is do I need to add anything to the tank to maintain my bacteria until I put my fish in? I completed my cycle using ammonia dosing. I have read conflicting information about needing to feed the bacteria once the cycle has been initially completed. Can anyone help with the answer to this?

 

[lapin]

You do not need to feed the bacteria unless you will be not getting a fish for 3 to 4 weeks

 

[Quokka]

A huge majority of the bacteria that matters is already growing on the surfaces if your tank is cycled and producing nitrates. I did a ~75% water change after my cycle and added fish so my inhabitants can start off in pristine water conditions. I agree with lapin and don't think you'd need to supplement the water with anything until you add fish

 

[llovasco]

Great! Thank so much for helping me out with this. So much to learn.