Its so warm now, and the temperature of my tank is 85 F. What can i do to make it cooler?
2007-05-11 11:30:16 · 10 answers · asked by rybka 3 in Pets ➔ Fish
A fan blowing across the tank can help cool it 1-2 degrees. Short of investing in an aqua chiller there really isn't too much you can do.
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2007-05-11 11:37:03 · answer #1 · answered by magicman116 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For most fish, 85 isn't a big deal. A steady temperature is more important that the exact number. If it is 70 in the AM and 85 when you get home from work, then it is 70 again by bedtime, the shifts are far too great. This happens to a larger degree with tanks 20 gallons or less.
2007-05-11 19:54:55 · answer #2 · answered by JJB 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The temperature you are going to need for your fish is going to vary by the species you have. Many of the fish from Southeast Asia do very well in the water temp you describe. If you are sure this is too high for your fish, then lower the heater setting and it will gradually lower. Short of you keeping the tank next to a stove or radiator, and given this time of the year, I can't see you attracting additional heat outside of direct sunlight. Just give it some time and it will gradually lower
2007-05-11 18:36:08 · answer #3 · answered by I am Legend 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had this problem last summer.
A water chiller is the best bet for your tank!
A chiller will keep the water in the fish tank at a constant temperature during hot weather. Go to your local pet store and consult the experts there for a proper chiller. You can buy a complete unit that can be installed alongside your aquarium.
2007-05-11 18:40:54 · answer #4 · answered by Egglady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If lights are one.. turn them off..
Turn filters on full blast..
I don't think I have to say unplug your heater, but unplug your heater..
If all else fails, depending on the size of your tank freeze a 2 liter of water and add to your tank or just add a few trays of ice.
I have also done a water change with slightly cooler water with no problem.
2007-05-12 01:07:25 · answer #5 · answered by fury2g 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
whatever you do don't cool or heat them too fast
they do have pumps that cool the tank but they are kind of expensive. my best advise is to get an AC unit by the tank to cool the room its in. really that is the best thing. water vs air temperature changes, unless its a small gallon tank, the fluctuation shouldn't happen too fast with this method. thats what we do with our tank anyways.
2007-05-11 18:34:06 · answer #6 · answered by latinared2002 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I keep my hood light off, it significantly lowers my water temperature. Not as nice to look at, but better for the fish this time of year!
2007-05-11 18:58:58 · answer #7 · answered by JesusFirst2Day 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wat type of fish? i am having prob keeping my goldies cool but means more water changes, because the warm water gets rid of oxygen content faster. i addeed some ice into their filter to cool the water yesterday, but if it is for tropical fish then just lower teh heater level a bit and u should be fine a lot of tehm prefer temps between 75 and 85.
2007-05-11 18:37:47 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
how big is the tank? what type of heater are you using (maybe you wanna lower the settings)?
2007-05-11 18:34:00 · answer #9 · answered by steve g 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nothing
2007-05-11 18:34:11 · answer #10 · answered by Chris J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋