Cycle Timeline Estimator
Most axolotl tanks take 3–6 weeks to cycle. This page outlines the typical timeline and key checkpoints.
Week 1–2: Ammonia appears, beneficial bacteria begin forming.
Week 2–4: Nitrite spikes as ammonia is consumed.
Week 4–6: Nitrates rise, ammonia/nitrite drop to 0.
For a future interactive tool, we can add inputs for tank size and temperature.