According to the provided reference, you can add corals to your saltwater tank immediately, provided certain conditions are met.
Timing for Adding Corals
Based on the reference, the simple answer is that you can start adding corals immediately once your aquarium is set up.
However, this is dependent on ensuring specific water parameters are correct before introduction.
Essential Conditions
To add corals right away, the reference highlights two critical factors that must be correct in your aquarium water:
- Salt Content: The salinity level needs to be appropriate for the corals you plan to keep.
- Temperature: The water temperature must be within the ideal range for your chosen coral species.
Potential Delays
Even if the salt content and temperature are correct, the reference notes that you may need to wait for a couple of factors before adding corals:
- Substrate Settling: Ensure the sand or gravel substrate has settled and is no longer cloudy.
- Water Clarity: The water should be clear, not cloudy from substrate or initial setup processes.
Essentially, once the fundamental water parameters (salinity, temperature) are stable and correct, and the initial setup cloudiness has cleared, you can begin introducing corals according to this reference.
