BTA under 130 watts

[jds61403]

I've gotten mixed opinions on how a BTA would do under a 130 watts 50/50 48" coralife PC in a 40 gal. The water quality is good. I've inherited 2 big Clarkii's that I would like to see in a home. Thanks!

 

[vinnyl]

You only have 3.25 wpg.... that is NOT enough lighting for a BTA. You may get away with it for a couple weeks, but the anemone WILL die. Try some hairy mushroom.... they do not require as much lighting and could be a good home for your Clarkii's. Just my $0.02.

 

[dogstar]

Risky for sure, MAYBE if you changed the 50/50 to daylight bulbs and build the rocks so the anemone can be high near the bulbs and feed it often.....maybe.

 

[jmick]

There is more to it then just watts per gallon. Water clarity, dissolved organics on the surface and if you have a glass top are all things that you need to take into account on addition to wattage. IMO, you will have a very hard time meeting the animals long term needs.