Need some feedback please! Lighting for anemones?

[KeyWestDiver]

I have a 55 gl tank with live rock, anemones, crabs and a few fish. The only light i have is an 8k bulb that is really blue and masks the true color of the anemones. Should I add another light that is white? How many lights should I have, and what types?

[Ninong]

Hi KeyWestDiver,



What type of lighting do you have now? What's the wattage of the lamp? Is it a normal output lamp, a power compact lamp, a HO T5 lamp or what?

If it's just a normal output lamp, then I'm afraid you have a lot of upgrading to do. I suggest you read this article: Be a Host to Your Anemone, by Dr. Ron Shimek.