Light Timer

[Militis]

Ok i got this timer because i am not to sure if my fish is getting enough light the only light he usally gets is my bedroom light which kinda lights up the tank should i just leave it or put the timer on the tank if so how long should the light be one for???.

 

[ziggy2]

I would give them a good 8-10 hrs.

 

[Militis]

Does this help there growth i was just wondering.

 

[Militis]

So 9.00am till 4.00 pm???

 

[craigthor]

Unless you have plants or corals the lights are mostly for our viewing pleasure.

 

[Wolf3101]

The fish wont really care one way or the other so set your timer for when your most likely to be watching the tank.. 6 hours is fine...

 

[traedizzle]

i was at my lfs today and asked the same question and i was told to have the light on for normal daylight hours.

 

[Militis]

i was at my lfs today and asked the same question and i was told to have the light on for normal daylight hours.

I wish i could but my step dad saids that is using to much eletricly so yer.

 

[FishGoneWild]

I would not go more than 5-6 hrs a day since light will cause algae bloom if your water has too much nutrients. If you do get a timer, I recommend the digital type. They cost $5 more but are far better than the others. They're available at Walmart and Target.