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Plant hooks do not require a stud, although they are compatible with drywall OR stud. Reef lights are not heavier than a pot with wet soil...and you'll generally have two hooks per fixture so the weight is divided.Gorgeous aquariums OMG!!
My issue with the ceiling hanging is
1. I am very short
2. Attic, so not sure if there will be a beam I can use.
However, I did see those wall mounting brackets, so I suppose I could use those if I wanted a hanging light instead. Those types do seem to be a little cheaper too from what I can see
If you DID want to hang something heavy enough to worry about, then you could first screw a board into the studs over the area you want the lights, then the plant hooks are affixed to the board.
I can't help with being short, but that's what ladders are for! :)
Using a fixture that sits simply on the tank rim may be a better fit for you, but if you want hanging lights and don't want to get up on a ladder, calling a handyman is still an option.