sweetsuvvyb
Aquarium Advice Freak
Hey guys...
Time for more learning!
I have never used a tank heater before (well, until yesterday). My apartment(s) have always been warm enough, and the tanks small enough (prior to getting the goldies, i've only ever kept bettas), that it wasn't necessary. But for the first time, yesterday morning, my tank was a little chilly (72), so I figured it was time to heat (since I'm keeping fancies, I'm following the advice i've read, and keeping them warmer than you would a non-fancy...plus I still haven't found a home for the gift pleco, and he needs to be toasty). Well, 1st mishap, the heater I had didn't work. Went to petco (i know, i know, but they're open sundays), and bought the only 50 watt they had in stock, marineland visitherm. So far, the thing kicks butt. However, I have a couple questions.
When I do water changes, I'm assuming I need to unplug it, and let it cool beforehand?
how hot does it actually get? can my fish burn themselves on it?
thanks guys!
Time for more learning!
I have never used a tank heater before (well, until yesterday). My apartment(s) have always been warm enough, and the tanks small enough (prior to getting the goldies, i've only ever kept bettas), that it wasn't necessary. But for the first time, yesterday morning, my tank was a little chilly (72), so I figured it was time to heat (since I'm keeping fancies, I'm following the advice i've read, and keeping them warmer than you would a non-fancy...plus I still haven't found a home for the gift pleco, and he needs to be toasty). Well, 1st mishap, the heater I had didn't work. Went to petco (i know, i know, but they're open sundays), and bought the only 50 watt they had in stock, marineland visitherm. So far, the thing kicks butt. However, I have a couple questions.
When I do water changes, I'm assuming I need to unplug it, and let it cool beforehand?
how hot does it actually get? can my fish burn themselves on it?
thanks guys!