Newbie question

[shaggymc]

Hey all, I've been reading through these threads and haven't seen a defenitive answer to some questions, so I thought I'd post it to the experts here.


I have a 40 tall with 144w 12k Power compact Bulbs and 158w Atinic Power Compact Bulbs

I have stocked 1 Yellow Tail Damsel, 1 Humbug Damsel, 1 Lawnmower Blennie, 1 Molly Miller Blennie 2 Emerald Crabs and A bunch of snails and a couple Hermits.

I want to Add a BTA and a pair of Clowns... Do I need to worry about any of these fish becoming lunch for the RTA? And do I have enough light for it?


Thanks for the advice!

-Shaggy

 

[seattleguy]

You should be ok. The PC bulbs may not be as bright as Metal Halides, T5's or even VHO's but they should be enough. You will want to replace them every 6 months! PCs are notorious for dimming gradually to where you never even notice it. Your BTA will notice it! The fish will stay away from the anemone unless you buy a really large one, 12+ inches. The BTA needs to be large enough to give the "New" clowns a place to go to avoid the aggressive Damsels that you already have. Buy at least a 6" BTA. Have Fun!