Water looks cloudy/dirty, could I need more filtration?

  • We are currently upgrading MFK. thanks! -neo
Yeah that uv bulb is probably the cause. Obviously you cant get rid of it so a uv sterilizer is a good option or trying to limit the bulb shining on the water and aim it at the basking spot only.

Yeah I'm actually looking into making my own above tank basking area with some egg crate and weatherproof traction strips on the bottom to block out the light. Thanks for the help.
 
Well I did another water change Wednesday evening, about 50 percent this time. Water looks clearer then before but I know I'll be buying a uv sterilizer soon. Water isn't crystal clear and still has a greenish cloudy tint but it's a lot better then before. Thanks for helping me get this figured out everyone!
 
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