Tropical Fish – A Guide to Attaining the Right Temperature
June 2, 2009 by JustJuwel
As cold blooded animal species, tropical fish take the temperature of the water they swim in. They are not capable of producing their own body warmth and highly depend on the water temperature. Generally, aquarium fish live most comfortably in waters above room temperature. And to ensure that your fish will live its entire life span, having an environment with a temperature most beneficial for their existence is vital. Here are several methods in getting the right temperature for tropical fish.
If you are at the initial stages of setting up your aquarium, it would be wise to have it installed with a substrate heater. This apparatus helps keep a uniform warmth in the liquid environment without the unsightly hardware visible in the tank. The heating cables are installed right under the substrate and are proven to also promote plant growth. This benefit makes the substrate heaters most popular among plant lovers and in Europe.
The least expensive method that you can use for attaining the right tank temperature is the hang on heater. This heater control is kept on the top of the water line, a visibility that creates an aesthetic drawback. However, with the affordable price, you can always be certain of having the capacity to provide proper temperature to your fish tank. It is also a best back up option whenever the installed heater malfunctions.
A heater that can be installed into the water filter has also been manufactured. As water passes through the filter, it gets heated by the heating block. This latest development makes the fish tank more aesthetically appealing with the absence of visible equipment inside the tank. However with the outstanding features come an expensive price tag and limited availability.
Submerged heaters are more affordable than filter heaters. These gadgets are submerged into the water and are known to provide easy temperature setting. A positive feature of this heater type is that it can easily be concealed with plants or decorative fixtures inside the tank.
Needless to say, the location of the aquarium plays a vital part in getting the right temperature for tropical fish. Avoid placing the juwel aquarium tank along open windows that can expose them to the sunlight and extreme heat. Do not put the tank near home appliances that produce heat or coldness that can affect the tank’s water temperature.
Having healthy vibrant fish is a visual delight especially when you can enjoy them for a long time. Keep them alive by keeping them warm and cozy.
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