Zoo Med Tropic Sun 5,500K Daylight Bulb

The Zoo Med 5,500K daylight bulb offers standard - strength daylight that's perfect for freshwater fish and live plants. It's a well - balanced full - spectrum lamp that mimics natural sunlight. This bulb not only reveals the natural charm of aquarium fish and plants but also boosts water clarity. With a long lifespan of up to 10,000 hours, it's a reliable choice. Note that the lamp contains mercury, so check with your local waste service for proper disposal.

Using this Zoo Med daylight bulb is easy. Just install it in your aquarium lighting fixture as you would with a regular bulb. This bulb is great for your freshwater fish and live plants as it provides a balanced light similar to natural sunlight. For best results, keep it on for a regular number of hours each day, like 8 - 12 hours. When it comes to maintenance, there's not much to do. Just make sure the fixture is clean and free of dust. As the bulb has a long lifespan of up to 10,000 hours, you won't need to replace it often. But remember, the lamp contains mercury. So when it's time to dispose of it, don't throw it in the regular trash. Instead, contact your local waste company to find out the proper way to get rid of it.