Temperature dropping

eupterus · Post by **eupterus** » 19 Mar 2006, 20:49

I have read alot regarding the lowering on temperature to induce spawning in cories. I understand that this is to simulate the coming of the rainy season and I am lucky enough to have Ians book which tells species specifics for temperature ranges and drops. The point i keep missing is how do you drop the temperature and for how long. I am guessing its not as simple as a single flush of cold water ? or is it ? Help please

Post by **corybreed** » 19 Mar 2006, 23:14

Actually it is that simple. After you have conditioned the corys with feedings of live or frozen foods such as blood worms or whatever you have available you can do a substantial water change of more than 50%. Use cooler water, an 8 to 10 degree drop is fine. The corys will love it and hopefully they will start to spawn for you.

Mark

Post by **Shane** » 20 Mar 2006, 03:00

Eupterus,
As Mark pointed out, it is that simple. The heater or air temp in the fishroom will raise the tank's temp slowly back to its original temp overnight.
-Shane