Hi,

I'm new to the forum and I hope to learn quite a bit before moving on to
a larger tank. I recently purchased a Marineland 5 Gallon Hex tank for my
desk at work and all in all it seems to be an excellent tank for my needs
but it is lacking 1 thing, fluorescent lighting. This tank only comes with
incandescent lighting and it is only a 15W bulb at that. So, my questions
are, is there a proven way to retrofit the tank lid so I can place a small
13W compact Fluorescent bulb into it and what types of plants would be
suitable for a tank of this size? I am currently using a compact
fluorescent bulb of the type you would use in a household lamp and am afraid
that it would not supply enough of the right type of light to support plant
life let alone be safe for extended use in such damp environs. Any
information provided would be greatly appreciated and is eagerly awaited.





Dan

PS

I am posting to both groups as I feel that my questions pertain to both. If
I am mistaken in my belief, then I extend my apologies.