dblaron20

I raised the temp to 85 degrees in the ICH infected tank. Should I notice any changes in the behavior of the fish. I think the warmer water makes the fish more active and hungry.

Isabella

Yes, it will make them hungry as warmer temperature speeds up their metabolism. But it's good for now because they need to have good appetite (so that they eat) in order to be strong to overcome the disease. I've never had my fish in 85F, but if this is what it takes to treat Ich, and if your fish are not showing any signs of distress, then keep the temp. up and continue the treatment. I hope you have increased the temp. gradually? Sudden temperature drops and increases can be harmful to fish, so it's always best to increase or decrease the temp. very slowly.