bad discus mom

[Teshi]

I cleaned my tanks per usual this morning, then went about with my daily chores. When I finally went back up to check on the fish I realized I forgot to turn on the heater!!! Their tank is now 75 degrees. My question is should I empty some water out and put in warmer water or should I just let the heater do it's job?

[Trier20]

I might do a little of both. Maybe bring the tank temp up to 80 with warmer water and then let the heater do the rest. I'd hate to shock them.

[Poco]

That is why I have my heaters about couple of inches from the bottom of the tank. They are always on even during water change.

[Teshi]

Well I've been watching them. They are a little slow but still eating like pigs just slow piggies. Temp is at 77 already. I'll let them finish eating then pop in a bit more warm water.

[Trier20]

They will come around don't worry

[Orange Crush]

That is why I have my heaters about couple of inches from the bottom of the tank. They are always on even during water change.
+1
Keeping the heater horizontal (rather than vertical) is also more efficient at warming the water.

[Eddie]

Its not the end of the world. They'll be fine. You can simply plug the heater back in and let the temp rise.

[Teshi]

Thats just what I did Eddie. They were a little sluggish and I seen a few stress bars come out. But today they are them happy healthy selves.