Did Water Change Water Still Cloudy?

Water changes clear the water temporarily, but in a day or two the cloudiness reappears, often even worse than before. That's because new water provides a fresh supply of nutrients, causing the cloudy water bacteria to populate even more.

How long does it take for cloudy aquarium water to clear?

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During this process, beneficial bacteria build up in order to consume the ammonia being produced, hence causing the water to be milky. This cloudiness is caused by free floating beneficial bacteria which are not harmful for your fishes, and should go away when they settle down – usually takes about 1-2 days.

How do I fix over watered cloudy water?

How to Eliminate Cloudy Water Due to Overfeeding. To remedy this problem perform a partial water change and vacuum the gravel in order to clean up the tank and make it safer for your fish. Then, you need to reevaluate how you are feeding. I prefer to feed once per day and allow them one day of fasting per week.