aquarium lights

[bradshaw]

As a newbie, I have been told so many different answers to this question, How long should aquarium lights be on for daily and should they be switched on and off at the same time each day?

[TropicalFishForums]

[Lurker]

On and off times should be kept regular, best handled by a timer.

It's hard to answer you other question, without knowing more about your tank. The general answer, is if you are getting algae they are on too long, or they are too bright.

[inCage]

if not planted - 8-10hrs a day
if planted.. well
it depends of minerals you using and how you deliver
carbon (liquid or pressurized). also light intensity is
important. it could be anything in between 5-8 hours

also how much and how strong daylight gets your tank

and as mentioned above - if there is an algae - it is too much

[bradshaw]

Many thanks!