Temp Question

[truthdesigns]

My tank is swinging from 78 in the morning to 81 day,
Is this ok for my dwarf SH?

[JennyL]

That is very extreme temps for H zosterae or any species of seahorse. The best temps for them is the low 70's and keep it stable.

[truthdesigns]

I am going to install a fan today to see how much the temp will drop! thanks

[seas_inside]

You could try taking off the top (if you have one) or lower the overall room temp.

[truthdesigns]

thanks i got it down to 78day 76night

[panmanmatt]

Try to get it even lower as that is still on the high end for them and won't allow for temp spikes in the warmer months.

[JennyL]

Hi Justin,

I have raised 4th generation H zosterae and in my experience I have found the following water perams to be the optimum:

Tank temp- 71-73F
Ammonia- 0
Nitrite- 0
Nitrate- <10 ppm
PH- 8.2-8.3
SG- 1.019

They don't tolerate high temps and large swings in temps well. Hopefully you can bring their tank temp down and keep it stable.

Good luck.
HTH :)

[truthdesigns]

wow I bought a fan last night and placed it next to the tank. The temp went from 78 to 75 in matter of two hours I really hope I did not stress my horses. I am going to do some tests today and see how low I can get it in a longer period of time. Anyone know where I can get a temp controller? The controller that turns on a fan and a heater when needed.