VATF tank temperature question.

  • We are currently upgrading MFK. thanks! -neo

Mustardtiger101

Plecostomus
MFK Member
Aug 1, 2013
939
88
61
Canada
I'm buying a pack of 4 VATF tomorrow and was wondering what other people are keeping their tanks temperature at? Mines at about 79-80 degrees Fahrenheit right now. I've looked for info on the internet but every website says a different temp. Any info would be great!


Sent from my iPad using MonsterAquariaNetwork app
 
I have my heater set at 84-85 degrees I have 3200+ GPH wavemaker and airstone for extra oxygen in the water because the water is warm , so far my GATF is doing great and has better appetite with this water temp.
 
I'm buying a pack of 4 VATF tomorrow and was wondering what other people are keeping their tanks temperature at? Mines at about 79-80 degrees Fahrenheit right now. I've looked for info on the internet but every website says a different temp. Any info would be great!


Sent from my iPad using MonsterAquariaNetwork app

Tuning in and hoping for a better outcome then I had....... :)
 
Higher temp and higher flow rate will keep your ATF happy and less aggression, less face slam into glass due to their skittish behave.
 
I always kept my VATF's from 80-88* with lots of aeration at any temp. Once acclimated and in the tank for a couple weeks, hey are pretty hardy imo
 
I always kept my VATF's from 80-88* with lots of aeration at any temp. Once acclimated and in the tank for a couple weeks, hey are pretty hardy imo

Ok I'll just keep it at 80 then and see how it goes. When I had my old vittatus in that temp he was fine and very active but just wanted a second opinion. I'm getting them in an hour and I'll make another thread about them. Thanks everyone for the help.


Sent from my iPhone using MonsterAquariaNetwork app
 
MonsterFishKeepers.com