Metal Halide Aquarium Light
Reef aquarium lighting is often a hotly debated topic by many aquarium owners because of the difficulty faced with keeping reefs. It is best to match the lighting to what kind of corals you keep in your tank, and do extensive research before making your selection. After all, you want to make sure all living life in your fish tank stays alive and well. You also want to make sure your aquarium looks nice, and doesn’t cost too much to maintain (different types of lighting take up different amounts of energy). When you go to make your decision, there are four basic types of lighting to choose from.
These are the four main aquarium lighting situations you have to consider:
A freshwater fish tank with no live plants.
This can be lit with fluorescent lamps, with or without color enhancement.
A freshwater fish tank with live plants.
A metal halide aquarium light system can work with live plants. If going with the fluorescent lights, you must use multiple tubes to provide enough light for the plants. The aquarium light bulbs should also be full spectrum, so the plants can complete photosynthesis. If you don’t make sure the bulbs are full spectrum, the plants may die.
A saltwater fish tank with only fish.
These can be lit with either fluorescent lamps in NO or VHO.
A saltwater reef or semi reef tank with corals, invertebrates, and fish.
These aquariums are not for the beginner, and will need very intense, high quality lighting, including VHO or Metal-Halide systems. Be sure you have had experience with fish tanks before (or are ready to take on quite a challenge).
Whatever kind of aquarium you have, be sure to consult with a professional before moving forward. This is an expensive and serious hobby, and should be treated seriously. Good luck!
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