General Care Discussion :: Coral Lighting Okay?

[Silver_wlf]

Hi!!

I haven't posted in a while - Sheldon is doing awesome but I have a lighting question. I bought a new tank stand (used) and it came with a tank and the hood lights for coral. The "black light" makes the tank look awesome but it is okay for Sheldon?

Sheldon is a Red Eared Slider who is 4 years old. (I think.) He lives with 3 goldfish and some neon tetras.

Thanks so much!!

[steve]

No, black lighting can be harmful to the eyes. The hood should still be fine, you can swap it out for some reptile UVB tubes.