Is 84F too warm???

[cataze]

I brought home a new betta, and have him in a 3G QT with a small heater. Normally the heater, which is not adjustable, stays between 78F-80F. It was at 79F last night. I just checked it, and the water temperature is 84F!.

I'm going to try and a get a small adjustable heater tomorrow. Is 84F too high, or will my new little guy be okay until I can replace the heater? He's acting fine...eating,.swimming around, flaring at his reflection.

Thanks!
Cate

[teeneythebetta]

84 is fine temporarily as long as he is acting okay.
The only time you should worry is if it gets to the high 80s or if your fish is acting differently :)

[cataze]

Oh, thank you! That makes me feel better! I'll check the temp and his behaviour in the morning, and then I'll have a new heater for him when I get home from work tomorrow afternoon!