Cycling & bacterial bloom connection

[Zilla]

No problems here, I'm just curious.

My 20 gallon is presently going through a bacterial bloom. It's not bad, but seeing how the tank has been clear up to this point it is obvious.

So what does the bacterial bloom mean? And is a indicator of where the cycle is at? If so, is it mid-cycle? Towards the end?

[Wild Turkey]

It means the bacteria has increased by a good amount, its a good sign but doesnt indicate exactly where you are in the cycling process except that you are not at the very beginning.

[Zilla]

Thanks

It would make for a good visual indicator aside from testing, but I suppose that would make things easier. LOL