Arguably, one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish that are currently available to us at the moment is the guppy, as they are so easy to care for and have extremely calm natures, and also brightly colored fins, a beauty surely to appeal to all kinds of aquarium enthusiasts, young or old.<\/p>\n
One thing that most people who have had a new set of Guppies are most likely wondering is whether or not their guppies will require aquarium lights. The answer is yes, and here is how. Guppies may not necessarily require lights for growth in the same way as plants. A decent light will be needed in order to create a behavioral rhythm for the guppies, and in order to get their colors really popping, and in order to get a good overall aquarium setup.<\/p>\n
In this guide, we will explore the reasons guppies\u00a0benefit from aquarium lights, as well as design a proper lighting cycle.<\/p>\n
In the wild, the guppy is subjected to predictable daily changes between day and night light levels. These daily cycles help the animal regulate activity, feeding times, rest periods, and mating cycles.
\nThese same light cycles would be beneficial to the guppy in captivity. Lighting can:<\/p>\n
Without proper lighting cycles, guppies can become stressed and behave erratically.<\/p>\n
Theoretically yes. If the aquarium receives enough natural light from the room it’s in, or an adjacent window, your guppies may live without a separate aquarium light.<\/p>\n
But it’s one thing to live, another thing to be at your best, and without appropriate light, your guppies are the latter.<\/p>\n
This is why even the most basic of guppy setups has an aquarium LED light.<\/p>\n
A normal guppy aquarium will need to be lit for 8-10 hours each day, which is about the length of time that the sun will usually shine for. The length that is provided by the light should be enough for a healthy aquarium, and will not cause the algae growth in the tank to become too much.<\/p>\n
A typical schedule might be:<\/p>\n
Time<\/b><\/strong><\/td>\n| \u0627\u0644\u0625\u0636\u0627\u0621\u0629<\/b><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | 8:00 AM<\/td>\n | Lights On<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | 6:00 PM<\/td>\n | Lights Off<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n | <\/p>\n Using a timer is highly recommended because consistency is more important than intensity.<\/p>\n Can Guppies Sleep With the Lights On?<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n\nFish don’t exactly sleep the same way humans do, but during nighttime, guppies go through a rest period. At this time, they tend to:<\/p>\n It’s not good for them long-term to have their aquarium lights on all day, every day, as it can cause stress. It is generally best to provide about 8 hours of dark time per day.<\/p>\n What Type of Light Is Best for Guppies?<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\nToday, LED lights for aquariums are the most common choice for a guppy tank.
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