lighting for 36g bowfront

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tiger terror

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Would 2 24" t5 6500k ho lighting be enough for this tank(36g bowfront)? Plants are swords,anubias,java moss,wisteria& crypts...I know they're all low to medium light plants..will be tearing down a 20g tall which is well established,bolivian rams being the current centerpiece(2)... would like some opinions...
 
That sounds adequate to me. Options you say? Have you considered some of the newer HO LED fixtures out there now? I'm just biased and intrigued with the efficiency of LED's now. However, I suppose it's not best for all applications. Depends on distance from light to substrate. But it's an 'option' worth noting when you consider the cost savings over time with not having to switch out bulbs and lower watts consumption to light output ratios.
 
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