Is this an appropriate light?

[Lazmarr]

So I got this Arcadia T8 Forest and am wondering if it's suitable for my Fire Belly newt or should I get this Arcadia T8 Freshwater instead?

 

[SnotOtter]

I'd personally go with the freshwater bulb, great for plants. Although some amphibs need small amounts of UV A/B I dont believe fire bellies are one of them. It may actually be detrimental long term.

Some one correct me if I'm wrong.

 

[Chinadog]

I'd personally go with the freshwater bulb, great for plants. Although some amphibs need small amounts of UV A/B I dont believe fire bellies are one of them. It may actually be detrimental long term.

Some one correct me if I'm wrong.

I agree, fire bellies don't need UV from a bulb, their vitamin D comes from their food.
Just go with the decent freshwater bulb, your newts don't need bright lights, but they appreciate heavy plant growth, so if your plants are happy your newts will be too.
The only thing to watch for when using florescent lights is heat build up under the bulb. If it does become hot enough to warm the water you can cut cooling slots somewhere in the hood where heat, but not newts can escape.