Aquarium lighting – how much light and which lamp to choose?
Lighting in an aquarium is not only a matter of aesthetics. It has a huge impact on plants, fish and algae development.
If you're just starting out, see first:
https://spotmeup.pl/blog/zwierzeta-20/jak-załozyc-ozdobne-akwarium-słodkowodne-507
How many hours to shine?
Optimally:
- 8-10 hours a day
Too much light = algae
Too little = plants die
What lighting to choose?
Best solution:
LED
Why?
- energy-saving
- permanently
- adjustable
Light and plants
Plants need:
- appropriate spectrum
- stable daily cycle
If you are planning plants, read:
https://spotmeup.pl/blog/zwierzeta-20/jak-załozyc-ozdobne-akwarium-słodkowodne-507
Mistakes
- lighting 12–14 hours
- lack of regularity
- wrong light spectrum
The selection of fish also affects the light:
https://spotmeup.pl/blog/zwierzeta-20/atlas-ryb-słodkowodnych-akwariowych-510
Specific species:
