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    Need Help ?! Heating

    I am going to be upgrading to a 46x12x21 aquarium....what would be the best way to heat an aquarium of this size? Also, what is the best substrate for humidity?

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    Re: Need Help ?! Heating

    UTD or heat tape will heat up while lower the humidity the least. Bulbs and heating elements dry up the air quite a bit. Before I switch to tubs I mixed coconut fiber and cypress mulch but then put moss over the top of it, looks really good if your going for a display tank. Held humidity really well and didnt need to spray very often.
    In the end, we will all die alone

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    Re: Need Help ?! Heating

    I forgot to mention UTD and light combos do work pretty well too as long as the lighting isnt too bright
    In the end, we will all die alone

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    Re: Need Help ?! Heating

    BP's dont like light. UTH is the best.

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