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posted 01-26-2004 07:17 PM         

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hey i need some help my lights in my tank are going dim they are 24" lights. they are for a freshwater tank. i was thinking about buying 20watt coral life blue bulbs is this a good idea or will it be bad for my fish? please help

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posted 02-01-2004 07:57 PM         

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probably any light bulb that was made for an aquarium light would be fine for a fish

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posted 02-01-2004 09:13 PM         

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The lighting you purchase will be dependant upon your chosen stock and whether or not your tank is planted. Planted tanks have a higher lighting requirement. Spectrum is not so much an issue in F/W but you've still got to consider the wattage as a factor.

What type of fish are you keeping and is your tank currently housing plants?

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posted 02-04-2004 02:34 AM         

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i have 2 oscars 2 dempseys and a green terror also a sucker fish. also plastic plants only

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posted 02-04-2004 07:16 AM         

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Since Oscars prefer a dimmer light over bright, have no special requirements and you're not trying to grow anything - get the cheapest bulb you can buy. As a matter of fact - I'd go get a standard flourescent bulb from your local home and garden store.... You'll end up saving a few bucks.

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posted 02-04-2004 09:07 AM         

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Going with floros, I would suggest getting a "noon time sun" bulb, I think they are a Chroma 50??? They are under 5 bucsk a bulb, but with give a clear, to blueish hue in your tank. A standard bed and bath or shop flor with tint the water with a yellow color.

[This message has been edited by JustSomeGuy (edited 02-04-2004).]

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posted 02-04-2004 01:40 PM         

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ya my water looks kind of yellowish and i dont like it, my lights are to dim and i cant see all the colors to the fullest thanks for the help guys, tell me more if u know anything else

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