If we have another scortcher in 2007 and temperatures get back up in the high 30s will my tank remain under its ideal 28 degrees? I have my tank in the kitchen.
2006-12-30 21:58:23 · 11 answers · asked by nurseyed 1 in Pets ➔ Fish
Yes, the tank could overheat. What I've done in the past is put a small quiet fan near the tank so it will blow over the surface of the water. It won't cause a drastic change in the temperature but it will help prevent overheating.
2006-12-31 02:32:32 · answer #1 · answered by Peeper Panda 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A power outage of say, an hour or so, shouldn't cause any problems, it's when the power cut lasts for several hours that you need to start panicking. Many people worry about the temperature of the tank, however water is quite good at holding in heat and even in the space of several hours, the water should only drop by around 2-3 degrees. Most fish can tolerate a slow change in water temperature very easily. During the colder months, you can float plastic bottles of boiling water in the tank and wrap the aquarium with thick blankets to conserve heat. The thing to be concerned about is the filter bacteria. With no electricity, the filter pump can't operate, and a result the bacteria aren't being supplied oxygen from water movement. Bacterial die-off can cause ammonia spikes, so keep a very close eye on the water quality during the power cut and do not feed the fish under any circumstances. I would recommend investing in one or two battery-operated air pumps and place the air stones inside the media basket or, if you have an internal filter, under the filter itself. When the power is restored, carry out several large water changes. Also do not feed the fish for a few days and keep monitoring the water quality.
2016-05-22 23:19:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What you should do is begin to slowly raise the temperature in your tank until it is as hot as your kitchen will get. You don't need to do this until the summer is approaching. When the weather cools down you can lower the temperature gradually. As you know fish are cold blooded. The fluctuation in temperature makes them susceptible to illness. Does your kitchen get hot? If it does I would advise you to move the tank to another room. You can also buy a little fan and mount it over the top of the tank to help keep it cool. Tank chillers are expensive. But don't you love having an aquarium? I do.
2006-12-30 22:09:40 · answer #3 · answered by Big R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have my tank in the bedroom, fish like solitude, quiet areas where they can slumber in peace. And the kitchen generates a great deal of heat, what with cooking and all. Place a strip thermometer on the outside of your tank if it gets to hot you can place an ice cube in tank to cool it. I do (after checking the web) watch not to drop temp to fast. Good Luck. But seriously think about changing its location. And if you have it in an active room "PLEASE" place a haven inside for them to hide in. P.S. away from windows and heat vents.... :)
2006-12-30 22:09:16 · answer #4 · answered by whateverhohum 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah it will over heat if you are in a hot state. Do Not put Ice Cubes, thats a waste, what you need to buy is a chiller, they are a little bit expensive. There is a way to makeone out of a small (dorm sized) refrigerators. Here is a set of plans to do it, It says Saltwater, but I made one for my freshwater aquarium:
http://saltaquarium.about.com/od/dyiprojects/l/bldiydonchiller.htm?terms=aquarium+chiller
2006-12-30 22:23:55 · answer #5 · answered by fl_lopez 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What i do is keep checking thermometer and if it starts to go up I open the lid that stops the light warming the water , If it still goes up pop some ice cubes in ,you can buy machines but they are expensive
2006-12-31 02:49:24 · answer #6 · answered by Black Orchid 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a landlady in our local went on holiday, and left one of the barmaids in charge. this was a couple of years ago and it was a scorcher. all her fish died to practically been cooked by the heat. it didnt help that shed hid the keys to the windows, so no fresh air could get in.. if i were u make sure there out of direct sunlight, get a fan on standby, and plenty of ice in the freezer to cool it down if need be..good luck..
2006-12-30 22:25:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes unless you adjust the heater until the thermometer goes to the right temperature
2006-12-30 22:13:02 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's possible. can the tank be moved to a cooler place in your house. basement? keep away from windows. best wishes.
2006-12-31 04:01:16 · answer #9 · answered by Debt Free! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
make sure your tank is not in direct sun light and away from cooker and and any heater.
2006-12-31 00:41:16 · answer #10 · answered by stephen eblue eyes 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋