I've read the sticky on lighting comparisons, but wanted some specific info. My light recently died and I just popped in a new one, but now that I've found your site, I wonder if I should be thinking more about this.
I have a 20-gal hex with a pair of perc clowns and some LR. I just have a fluorescent light in there that seems fine (I've had these fish for a long time and they are doing great), but I was wondering if anyone has an opinion on if I should improve the lighting just because. One of my problems is finding a light strip that is only 15 inches long (as that is the size of my hood). I've checked the recommended lighting outlets from this site.
What is recommended fluorescent wattage for my set up?
Is simple fluorescent adequate for an FO setup?
Should I upgrade (I think this will require me to get a whole new hood, etc.) even though I don't plan to add any additional livestock?
Thanks for any opinions.
I have a 20-gal hex with a pair of perc clowns and some LR. I just have a fluorescent light in there that seems fine (I've had these fish for a long time and they are doing great), but I was wondering if anyone has an opinion on if I should improve the lighting just because. One of my problems is finding a light strip that is only 15 inches long (as that is the size of my hood). I've checked the recommended lighting outlets from this site.
What is recommended fluorescent wattage for my set up?
Is simple fluorescent adequate for an FO setup?
Should I upgrade (I think this will require me to get a whole new hood, etc.) even though I don't plan to add any additional livestock?
Thanks for any opinions.