does water temp. effect ick?

[ginger7286]

I keep my reef tank at about 76 degrees. I am having my first ick outbreak. My water parameters are great. Are there any studies to suggest ick is less likely to occur at a certain temperature? I am just curious.

 

[JetCat USA]

less likely to occur? No, but lower temps will slow the life cycle down as will elevated temps speed it up.