Lighting Question

[seacat]

I have a 20 gallon tank, and i was wondering if the 24 INCH AQUALIGHT 1x65 watts CF would be enought light in my tank to have an anenome.
thanks

 

[Edmonton Eskimo]

For a sebae it would be o.k. LTA's and bubble tips require a bit more light.

 

[malkore]

Honestly I'd get the 2x65, so you KNOW you'll have enough light for soft corals and anemones.

 

[steve-s]

I would also only suggest smaller anemone species for a 20 gal tank. BTA, condylactis or a beaded. I would not suggest many of the hosting species as they get too large and most will consume upto ½ or more of the living space in a small tank.

Also be sure the tank has had time (>1year) to properly establish a stable ecosystem before adding any anemone.

Cheers
Steve

 

[seacat]

does aqualight make a 2x65 watt compact florecent. i dont think that i have seen one. the only one that i have seen is the 1x65
thanks

 

[steve-s]

http://captivereefs.com/captivereefs/detailcat.asp?CatID=ltpc&SubCatID=esu2#

Cheers
Steve

 

[captivereefs]

Definatley go with 2-65 watts!

 

[malkore]

Darn, Steve beat me to the link.

 

[seacat]

okay well i just ordered the 24" CORALIFE AQUALIGHT 2x65 watt

 

[SaltySteve]

Nice choice, I too own a 2x65 watt Coralife
I bought the legs to go with mine! Looks great!

 

[greatgman]

y not odno ?
i got 2 48" on my 90 great light and cheap