![]() Don’t use ice packs as they can leak, and don’t throw ice cubes directly into the water either. To prepare the bottle, simply freeze water in clean bottles that have never been exposed to soap or other detergents. If the aquarium water temperature is getting warmer on a hot day, you can float a bottle of ice or cold water in the fish tank to gently lower the water temperature. To keep your fish cool and calm this summer, here are some simple tips to use when temperatures are extreme: ![]() As a general guideline, tropical fish tanks should not go over 28 ☌ and goldfish tank temperature should range between 18-23☌. To determine the right temperature for your aquarium, you may need to do some research on your particular fish species and their ideal temperature range. The ideal temperature range for a freshwater aquarium ultimately depends on the type of fish you have. As you see, warm water can kick-start a number of deadly problems in your aquarium. Without enough oxygen to go around, the ammonia in your tank begins to build up, displacing oxygen and burning the gills of your fish. To add to the problem, the beneficial bacteria in your aquarium need oxygen to break down ammonia (waste toxin). ![]() In severe cases, there won’t be enough oxygen to go around, and your fish can suffocate. Just one problem – warm water holds less oxygen than cooler water. When tank temperatures are high, the warm water causes your fish to become more active and require more oxygen. Maintaining a stable water temperature within the recommended range for your fish is incredibly important for the health of your fish. Here are 10 ways you can help them stay cool and calm. Just like us, our fish friends feel stressed when it’s extremely hot outside.
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