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Unread 03/30/2011, 12:08 AM   #1
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how should i program my aquarium light are moon light necessary at night?


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Unread 03/30/2011, 12:13 AM   #2
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> how should i program my aquarium light:
I run mine 12 hrs per day 12 hrs vho and 10 hrs mh.

>are moon light necessary at night?
no, but i leave a night light on near my tank so the fish can at least see when all the lights are out.


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10-12 hours, you don't need moon lights.


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Unread 03/30/2011, 06:31 AM   #4
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Yep, moonlights aren't necessary. I run my halide for about 8-10 hours/day.


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