that depends what you want to do with the tank
if you want a planted tank then dont go with a LED light inless the plants are very hardy and dont require a lot of light.
if its just for fish go with the LED light.
i have a LED light on my fish tank and my fish are doing great. i dont have any plants but i might get some hardy, low light ones.
LED also saves energy
Well, no but they are a lot better with them. For your fish, not for show, if you have gold fish, if you don't put a light in they will go silver. This is because of the lack of light.
yes, it is actually better, as some fish can be frightened. Never turn on the light after newly buying and releasing fish into your tank.
Fish do see better in the light than the dark, so it is better to feed them when the light is on the exception to this would be bottom feeders or catfish because they mostly sense their food using scent.
The energy for the plants in a fish tank is supplied by Light.
The best type of light bulb for a fish tank is an LED light bulb. LED lights are energy-efficient, long-lasting, and provide the right spectrum of light for fish and plants in the tank.
A fish tank needs a light to provide illumination for the fish and plants inside. Light helps fish see, regulates their biological functions, and promotes the growth of plants through photosynthesis.
Turn the light off or get a smarter fish.
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Yes, it is recommended to keep a light on in a fish tank for about 8-12 hours a day to simulate a natural day-night cycle for the fish and plants inside.
The best aquatic light bulbs for a fish tank are LED lights, as they are energy-efficient, long-lasting, and provide the right spectrum of light for plant growth and fish health.
Buy a fish tank from the Better Igloos catalog.
if you have a tropical fish or a filtered tank than yes you do need a light