MOLT & MOSS NEOCARIDINA DECISION CARD
Version: 1.0
Reviewed: 2026-08-12
Topic: Cycle and commission a shrimp tank

Situation: You need to decide whether a new or changed system is ready for shrimp.
Observe first: Check the complete system, current nitrogen results, test resolution and whether conditioned media and surfaces are actually present.
First action: Run the documented nitrogen-processing challenge before livestock arrive rather than using tank age, appearance or a product label as readiness.
Record next: Record the added challenge, reporting basis, elapsed time, ammonia and nitrite results, temperature, pH and any intervention.
Stop boundary: Do not add shrimp while the intended load is not processed at the declared test resolution or while the system is still changing.
Permanent card: https://moltandmoss.com/care/action-cards/cycling
Governing guide: https://moltandmoss.com/care/cycling

This card is a first-decision aid, not a diagnosis, treatment authorization, complete method or substitute for the governing guide.