should i add a snail?

[Lupin]

Originally Posted by copper08

and what does the tank being cycled mean?

Tank has finished nitrogen cycle process wherein ammonia and nitrites fall to zero with nitrates not exceeding 40 ppm as per recommendations. Zero nitrates is achieved only if tank contains plants.

[Falina]

Originally Posted by copper08

ok thank you soo much for the info! one last question though.. if i get a liquid test kit, and find that my ph and others are fine, will the filter and coral be necessary?

If your ph is high enough, like I said, you will not need crushed coral.

You will still need a filter.