stech 17 Posted February 13, 2019 How long can Ranchus go without food at temperatures around 60s? I have some Ranchus (maybe 1 to 2 years old) with fully developed backs and wens that I am quite happy with. Not looking to groom anymore just keep healthy. Thinking of cutting back on feeding to once a day or once every other day. Kept indoors with heater at 68 degrees right now. I know you can stop feeding when temperature gets down to mid 50s, 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shakaho 6,312 Posted February 14, 2019 At 60F, feed once a day, but feed about half what you would with a temperature of 75F. What temperature do you keep your house if you need a heater to get to 68F? 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stech 17 Posted February 14, 2019 I read temperature meter incorrectly, tank water temperature is already at 68F with the heater, my home temp is about the same. Thanks I will just feed them half portion. 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shakaho 6,312 Posted February 14, 2019 I suggest you remove the heater. Fish do better with a temperature that cools off at night and warms during the day, just the way we prefer it. We have had cases (just a few) of fish that got burned trying to squeeze behind the heater. 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stech 17 Posted February 14, 2019 Got it thanks. 0 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites