Tips for keeping aquariums cooler in hot weather
* The hotter the water temperature, the less oxygen in it. Therefore turn the pump up to maximum or add another air stone, you can also direct filter outlets or spray arms to the water surface to create agitation.
* Switch off and unplug aquarium heaters. Heaters have a thermostate so they shouldn't even be switching on in your tank. Just remember to plug them in again when the heatwave is over.
* Turn off tank lighting. The lights obviously generate some heat - and in heat waves reducing every little bit helps.
* Open the tank lids. Place a mesh screen over any openings so the fish can't jump out (and animals don't get in).
* Aim a fan over the water surface of the aquarium. Make sure the fan is well stabilised, so no nasty accidents occur.
* Do a partial water change. Add the new water in gradually to acclimatise the fish.
* Floating a frozen bottle of spring water in your tank can also help - just remember to keep an eye on the temperature, if it drops too quickly it will stress the fish further.
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