Lighting...

[valleyrich]

OK I used to know the answer to this question but now that I need it I can't remember. Why exactly are you not supposed to use normal flor. lighting on a fish tank? Please don't say anything like "you just shouldn't" I want to know specifics. Does it cause wierd monsters to grow? will it give the fish sunburn? )
I'm not talking about a planted tank. I know why they need special lights. Just a plain fish tank. What is the difference between regular and aquarium flor. lights?
Thanks!

 

[Chri$]

i don't think a normal light has the same intensity as a proper aquarium light. I do you that a proper light is vital for fish health.

 

[BigC]

http/www.thetropicaltank.co.uk/lighting.htm

 

[CBTF]

I recently bought colored bulbs, anyone know if they do anything bad? The blue looks like moonlight, im gonna try and exchange it for pink or something.

 

[valleyrich]

So from what I'm seeing the "type" of bulb doesn't matter just the intensity? BTW I intend to use aquarium bulbs I'm just wondering why.