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Sahin,
I am noticing the same thing on my smaller system. The fewer the fish I have the more I have to watch Nitrates so they don't dip too low. Once I upgrade the system I plan on dirtying up the water a bit more by adding more fish, probably more Chromis and maybe a Hawaiian wrasse. That will increase my nutrient load and allow me to feed more comfortably and reduce my dependence on dosing Nitrates. Plus, I get the added bonus of seeing more fish swimming in the tank.
Honestly, What I will probably do is increase the fish load slowly from my Quarantine tank so the nutrient load doesn't spike and it'll give the bacteria a chance to catch up. I will probably start with the Chromis and add one per week. I would love to have 7-9 schooling or shoaling Chromis in my 50g display. I've always wanted a Hawaiian Flame Wrasse and while I know it'll be cramped in a small tank, it should be fine as long as I make sure I feed it well.
What do you think?
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