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Ricardo · 05-02-2007, 01:11 PM

I was wondering if anyone plans to have sunlight on their tanks?

My understanding is that too much could lead to algae problems. Is it best to avoid it altogether?

Mr.Reefer · 05-02-2007, 01:26 PM

what do you mean by sunlight? placing the tank on the backyard without a cover?? hehe

Mr.Reefer · 05-02-2007, 01:28 PM

direct sunlight to your aquarium should be avoided ricardo, because it will grow a lot of green algae on your tank.

shinningstar · 05-02-2007, 10:48 PM

I think not all algae are bad but if you want to control the amount of algae, avoid direct sunlight on your aquarium. Algae always needs water and light.

naldopr · 05-03-2007, 03:43 AM

algee bloom!!!!!!!!!

Ricardo · 05-03-2007, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr.Reefer

what do you mean by sunlight? placing the tank on the backyard without a cover?? hehe

Well, actually I wondered about having it in a room where it may receive a little morning or afternoon light.

But it doesn't sound like a good idea, I guess.

Fizz · 05-03-2007, 01:20 PM

Ricardo,
Mr. Reefer is absolutely right. Sunlight is condusive to algea growth. For best results keep tank indoors using artificial light to illuminate your display.

naldopr · 05-03-2007, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ricardo

Well, actually I wondered about having it in a room where it may receive a little morning or afternoon light.

But it doesn't sound like a good idea, I guess.

well if that the case you just add a uv sterelizer!!

shinningstar · 05-04-2007, 11:41 PM

You're exactly right naldopr. UV sterilizers kill free-floating microorganisms like algae. That's best for your aquarium Ricardo.

Noxic · 05-29-2007, 11:12 PM

My tank gets it sunlight from the ceiling light. I haven't had a problem with algae, just use some chemicals but be careful not to harm the fish

naldopr · 05-30-2007, 02:49 AM

all you gonna get form the sun is heat and algee bloom.

reefmaximus · 05-31-2007, 10:43 PM

THE PROBLEM WITH SUN LIGHT IS THE LIGHT SPECTRUM IS GREAT FOR PLANTS AND ALGEA. NOT REEF AQUARIUMS.

naldopr · 06-01-2007, 12:27 AM

I agree

hotwriter · 06-23-2007, 09:32 PM

I hate to echo but I agree with the sentiments expressed here. Sunlight may look cool, but you will wind up with a big algae problem. You can create the sunlight look with the right lighting.

Fizz · 06-25-2007, 10:29 AM

I'm staying with my previous comments and appreciate my opinion being backed up by others here. Your a great bunch!

hotwriter · 07-02-2007, 04:57 PM

Thanks, Fizz. I appreciate validation.

aidanndella · 04-23-2011, 10:51 AM

Aquarium lighting is an important feature of the aquarium. It provides benefits for fish and plant aquarium. A common type is the aquarium fluorescent tube lighting. It is considered to be an appropriate type of lighting fish tank.

thomasscampbells · 04-25-2011, 07:12 PM

Sun light is really important for any live creature in this world. So Its necessary for fishes and plants also. So place your tank like that it can get sun light for little time if not more then that even.