to u/v or not too

[burntchef]

thoughts?? what are you using if so? i currently have a 50 gal fresh

 

[Avalon]

Probably not needed on a daily basis. It can be good for removing parasites if you introduce fish often, or for green water. It's a handy tool to have from time to time, but not absolutely necessary.

 

[TMony]

I have used UV in my ponds (mainly for algae control) but have never had a need in my aquariums. They can be an effective tool in controlling parasites and bacteria as Avalon said above. It is important to note that UV is not a filter. (I have come across some people who have used it for that purpose) It should be used in conjunction with a good mechanical and biological filter and connected only on the exit side of the filter.

 

[Kibaboa1203]

hey all, I've had my fishtank for about 2 years now, and the whole time i had green water, and some cases, the water was a green cloud. I eventually got the water to clear up so i can see the fish for once, but there is that green tinge to it. So just recently, i went to my hardware store, and bought som black lights, or Party lights as they called it. I replaced the normal Flourecent lights i have in there right now with the flourecent black lights. is that smart? its only a 10 gallon, and i have 2 live plants (one with green leaves, its about 2" tall, and a moss ball) and i have about 7 fish.

what are the effects going to be on the fish and the plants?
thanks in advanced

EDIT: It's a Freshwater tank. I was advised tp put in a table spoon of Aquarium Salt, which i think did something to the algae on the walls, cause its easier to scrub off now