Is Green Light Good For Corals? (5 Surprising Facts)
Corals are known to benefit from blue light, as it penetrates the water effectively and allows zooxanthellae to perform photosynthesis. However, less is known about other colors such as green. How do...
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Most aquarists know that blue light is the ideal choice for corals. But not everyone likes it or how their reef tank looks in it. This automatically raises a question that I have personally asked...
View ArticleDo Corals Need Light At Night? (3 Facts To Consider)
Most fish owners know that fish do not do well with light that lasts all night. Since they have no eyelids, they are not able to sleep. But little is known about corals and how they react when exposed...
View ArticleHow Much Light Do Corals Need? (With Detailed Schedules)
Most fish owners light their coral tanks in a way that feels right. Some do it in a way that makes their tank look pretty. Others are looking for ways to benefit their corals. But how much light...
View ArticleDoes Light Affect Coral Growth? (With Real Examples)
It’s pretty well known that light has a direct correlation with the health of aquatic animals, including fish, shrimp, and snails. But how does it affect corals? Will they grow differently when...
View ArticleWhat Light Color Is Best For Coral Growth? (Blue vs. White)
We all know the variety of colors that reef tanks can be lit in, whether it’s blue, white, purple, green, red, etc. However, choosing the best color for a coral tank can be quite frustrating, as there...
View ArticleHow To Light A Coral Tank: The Ultimate Guide
It is widely known that corals need proper lighting to grow. But illuminating a reef tank is pretty challenging, as there are many factors to consider. Which types of corals require higher light...
View ArticleDo Corals Sleep At Night? (With Two Surprising Facts)
In my early days of fish keeping, I discovered that fish require several hours of darkness to sleep. But I knew little then about corals. Do these creatures sleep like other organisms in reef tanks?...
View ArticleCan Corals Survive With No Light? (With 5 Examples)
While many aquarium owners use light in their reef tanks, a growing number of them are becoming interested in corals that can thrive with little to no light. As I have received numerous questions on...
View ArticleIs Ammonia Toxic To Corals? (With 10 Examples)
We all know that ammonia is a dangerous substance in fish tanks, especially for marine animals such as fish, snails, and shrimp. But how do corals react to ammonia? Are they sensitive like fish? Or...
View ArticleIs Blue Light Good For Corals? (Common Mistakes To Avoid)
We all know that blue light is a common practice in reef tanks. Some aquarists even claim it makes their corals glow brightly. But how do corals actually react to blue light? Is it good to use this...
View ArticleIs Red Light Good For Corals? Do They Actually Need It?
We all know that aquarium corals do great with blue lights. However, less is known about red light and its role in coral growth. There is a common debate claiming that red light contributes to the...
View ArticleIs Green Light Good For Corals? (5 Surprising Facts)
Corals are known to benefit from blue light, as it penetrates the water effectively and allows zooxanthellae to perform photosynthesis. However, less is known about other colors such as green. How do...
View ArticleIs White Light Good For Corals? Can They Grow In It?
Most aquarists know that blue light is the ideal choice for corals. But not everyone likes it or how their reef tank looks in it. This automatically raises a question that I have personally asked...
View ArticleDo Corals Need Light At Night? (3 Facts To Consider)
Most fish owners know that fish do not do well with light that lasts all night. Since they have no eyelids, they are not able to sleep. But little is known about corals and how they react when exposed...
View ArticleHow Much Light Do Corals Need? (With Detailed Schedules)
Most fish owners light their coral tanks in a way that feels right. Some do it in a way that makes their tank look pretty. Others are looking for ways to benefit their corals. But how much light...
View ArticleDoes Light Affect Coral Growth? (With Real Examples)
It’s pretty well known that light has a direct correlation with the health of aquatic animals, including fish, shrimp, and snails. But how does it affect corals? Will they grow differently when...
View ArticleWhat Light Color Is Best For Coral Growth? (Blue vs. White)
We all know the variety of colors that reef tanks can be lit in, whether it’s blue, white, purple, green, red, etc. However, choosing the best color for a coral tank can be quite frustrating, as there...
View ArticleHow To Light A Coral Tank: The Ultimate Guide
It is widely known that corals need proper lighting to grow. But illuminating a reef tank is pretty challenging, as there are many factors to consider. Which types of corals require higher light...
View ArticleDo Corals Sleep At Night? (With Two Surprising Facts)
In my early days of fish keeping, I discovered that fish require several hours of darkness to sleep. But I knew little then about corals. Do these creatures sleep like other organisms in reef tanks?...
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