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Ricardo · 05-02-2007, 02:11 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, 02:26 PM

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

Mr.Reefer · 05-02-2007, 02:28 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, 11:48 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, 04:43 AM

algee bloom!!!!!!!!!

Ricardo · 05-03-2007, 12:33 PM

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, 02:20 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, 09:45 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 · 05-05-2007, 12:41 AM

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

Noxic · 05-30-2007, 12:12 AM

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, 03:49 AM

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

reefmaximus · 05-31-2007, 11:43 PM

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

naldopr · 06-01-2007, 01:27 AM

I agree

hotwriter · 06-23-2007, 10:32 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, 11:29 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, 05:57 PM

Thanks, Fizz. I appreciate validation.