Enough light to support a reef?

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lilladybug05

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? Coralife Lunar Aqualight T5 Aquarium Lighting Fixture, 4X39W, 36" ?


Is this enough light to support a soft coral and Lps coral reef, fish life inverts, anemone in a 46 bowfront ?


  • 4-T5 High Output 39W Lamps included—two 10,000k daylight & two actinic
  • Directional LED moonlights
  • Separate power cords for individual control of daylight, actinic and LEDs
  • Quick disconnect ballasts and cooling fan
  • Adjustable mounting brackets included
  • Powder-coated aluminum housing and acrylic splash guard
  • Dimensions: 36" X 9.5" X 2.5" high (4.75" high w/ mounting brackets
 
If you really want an anemone the maxi mini does well with good t5 lights. They look more like a mushroom than an anemone. I had one under metal halides and it never stayed put I put it under t5 lights and it is bigger than ever. It is best if your tank is at least a year old before adding any anemone.
Mini-Carpets: The Perfect Small Sea Anemones? | Coral Magazine
 
They should only be put in well established tanks, but that I mean at least 6 months but it is best to wait a full year. They are coming down in price finally the first ones I was seeing was over $100 now they are about $29 to $50. Make sure you have a high quality of bulb to keep them happy.
 
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