Micro Sowrd Lighting

[Eel Boy]

In my 29 gallon tank i am thinking about getting micro sword, and my tank is light by a 20 watt bulb. Is that enough light
if not what can i do about it. Please help

 

[Dubby]

Definitely not enough. Does your hood have space for 2 lights? If so you can purchase a new tube & ballast and fit it.

 

[Eel Boy]

i dont think it does

 

[bgraber]

Why have I seen that microswords can do okay in almost No light? not true?

 

[Dubby]

If the micro sword you are referring to is from the Lilaeopsis family then they all need medium-very high light depending on the species. Take a look at Tropica for more info on them.

 

[Silly me]

I also know the sword to use hight light levels?

I dont think they would do to well in a low light tank

You can overdrive a light some.

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