Hi Thadius,
Welcome to TR. It's good to have you aboard. Right now I am running my tank with 20 w or regular fluorescent lights and 18 w
PC fluorescents. I'm looking to upgrade my lights so I can keep a
BTA to go with my maroon clown (yes I know he may or may not host) and some softies. I think the big thing is when you are on a tight budget is to not get ahead of yourself. Like not buying the anemone until I have the appropriate lights.
