| Re: A fallow tank
Ick is a fish disease and will not harm your inverts. The fish is the host. Without a host it will die. Leaving your tank fallow is the best way to eradicate it. You may also want to consider a QT for all new fish to make sure that you do not unintentionally reintroduce it in the future. Some folks advocate hyposalinity treatment of all new fish before moving them to the display tank.
Honestly, there is nothing in this hobby that is 100% certain other than you will spend lots of money. As you know though it is highly rewarding when things are going right and an absolute nightmare when problems are encountered. Good luck with your eradication efforts. |