Showing posts with label 20 gallon fish tank. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 20 gallon fish tank. Show all posts

Friday, November 14, 2014

Eshopps RS-75 Reef Sump - Up to 75 gallons - 18 in. x 10 in. x 16 in.

Eshopps RS-75 Reef Sump - Up to 75 gallons - 18 in. x 10 in. x 16 in.The eshopps sump is way over priced at retail or even most internet prices, but at 117.99 (with 19.99 for shipping)and the fact that it can fit into a 24 inch (60 gallon cube)stand while also having a big enough area for a larger skimmer makes it a good buy for smaller tank stands.

This was a great product and just as described. I received this item right own , time and it was used just as they described..

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Thursday, September 25, 2014

Nymphoides aquatica "Banana Plant" Live Aquarium Plant

Nymphoides aquatica 'Banana Plant' Live Aquarium PlantVery small but appears healthy. No snails were detected in any of the plants received. Will do business. with this company again

The plant was VERY tiny, smaller than a golf ball, and there was only one leaf growing from the rhizomes. There does appear to be some evidence of new growth, however, so I'll have to see how it progresses long term. In my opinion it definitely does not measure up to this seller's usual high quality plants.

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I buy these exact Banana Plants at Petland discounts for $2.49 each, why the hell would anyone pay $11.25 for one of these? Makes me sick how over priced they are.

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have not had time to see them grow or which ever but i am sure it will be a great addition to the tank

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Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Marineland 31010 Silicone Caulker, 10.3 oz, (304)ml

Marineland 31010 Silicone Caulker, 10.3 oz,mlI bought a used 125 gal. , it leaked. I cut out the old silicon and reglued it. It holds water now.

I used this to Reseal a 55 Gallon long tank. I know that buying from the pet store will not

allow me to reseal it completely due to the amount of silicone most commercial pet stores offer. Buying this is the same price,if not cheaper, of the overprice smaller tubes pet stores offer. Even after completely sealing my 55 gallon long tank, I still have about only less than 1/4 left. Plus it is easier with a caulking gun as you will need to work fast before it starts curing.

This stuff is very clear after curing like brand new silicone from today's fish tanks. But differs due to how well you prep your tanks.

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I had a resin birdbath that started leaking because the caulk had pulled away just from exposure to the outside elements. Most of the caulks I checked into were NOT safe for birds, animals, or humans (folks it sure is worth the time to read the FINE print....read the warnings on bathtub caulk) and I needed one that would be ok to be submersed in water. After reading the other reviews, I chose this brand and it has not disappointed me in its performance. the fountain is up and running and NOT leaking! The only improvement I can see would be if the manufacturer would carry smaller tubes of it....what a waste.Marineland 31010 Silicone Caulker, 10-1/2-Ounce, 292-Gram

MAY 2013

Sadly, the "fix" was shortlived. I would not recommend this product. Now the birdbath has found a new use and is a beautiful planter for portuluca, cacti, and other cascading desert plants.

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This glue will do the job for you if you need to repair any glass that requires to holding of water or liquids. Used a couple bottles on a cracked aquarium, worked well.

Smeels HORRIBLE however, hold your breath!

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Bought this to reseal an old 30 gallon tank. it wasn't leaking but turtles I had started to rip up the original seal. I washed tank out, ripped out as much of the old seal as possible, and after a good drying, resealed with this sealant.

It's been more than a month and so far so good. Now with the left over of the sealant I plan on adding some mods like internal overflow box to one of my other tanks. I've got some acrylic glass pieces lying around so figure why not now that I have the sealant. Just a note you probably want to use this somewhere well ventilated since it gives off a strong vinegar like smell as part of the curing / drying process.

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Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Deep Blue Betta Scoop 2"X2" Net Coars

Deep Blue Betta Scoop 2'X2' Net CoarsThis is a regular pet store fish net, as far as I can tell there is no difference between this product and one of these http://www.amazon.com/Marina-3-Inch-Nylon-10-Inch-Handle/dp/B0002AQJH6/. Except the fact that it's really tiny. I guess it works but it's not going to make your betta transfer any less stressful.

Wednesday, June 18, 2014

150 Watt Titanium Heater 30 to 60 gallon aquariums

150 Watt Titanium Heater 30 to 60 gallon aquariumsI had this heated for approx 3 weeks now and I woke up this morning to find my whole tank dead. The water was about 100 degrees!!!!!!!!!!! This heater was set at 78 degrees and it just malfunctioned and never stopped heating my tank!!! I am soooo dissapointed, I loved all my fish. Do not buy this heater! Now I have to buy a new heater and all new fish!

Great heater. Heats quickly and consistently. I needed a secondary heater for the winter months and this one is perfect. I like that it is completely submersible.

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Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Zilla Fresh Air Screen Cover

Zilla 11513 Fresh Air Screen Cover, 36 by 18-InchI purchased this to go over the top of my Zilla 36x18 "Critter Cage" when the original lid screen was damaged by my cat with an overzealous sense of curiosity. He likes to lay atop and soak up the heat that was meant for my 2 Mali Uromastyx reptiles in the terrarium below. Attempts at repairing the original tank lid proved to be a waste of time as the screen would only collapse again when the cat decided it was time for another sunbathing session. A lid this size was extremely hard to find, that is until I went to Amazon.com. When I did find it, I was still a bit nervous it would not fit my "Critter Cage" becasue of it's unique "slide-front" lid design. I'm happy to report that not only does it fit like a glove, but it also holds the weight of my buff kitty in search of a tan! Problem solved!

I just received my lid in the mail today (a day earlier than expected, wow!) and it fits perfect! At first I freaked out since it did not go on all the way on one corner, but with a slight bit of force, it popped on perfectly and fits pretty snug. It's great and I really hope it lasts for quite a time. The price is amazing as well, especially since I received free S&H! Thank you for having this item, Amazon!

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Friday, April 4, 2014

Eheim Jager Heater 9" 75 Watt

Eheim Jager Heater 9' 75 WattIf you've kept aquariums for a few years think how many times heaters have done in your livestock...this heater is the best there is. Bulletproof glass (keeping you and your pets alive) and solid electronics to maintain a reliable temperature. I've had virtually every other brand fail in one manner or another. Not these.

This is the first and only heater I've purchased and so far it's great. It very easy to set and once plugged in, it cycles on and off to slowly heat the tank to the set temperature. I appreciate that it cycles on and off to slowly bring up the temperate gradually making it less stressful on the fish. Once it's fully heated it will hold the set temp and is accurate to 1/10 of a degree. I have mine set at 78* and my external thermometer stays at 78* to 77.9*. Pretty accurate if you ask me. I purchased this mainly for it size, I have it in a 10 GAL tank and submerged to the minimum level its about a half inch or so from my gravel. Perfect height for a 12" tall aquarium. Eheim is known for their build quality and reliability and even so offers a 3 year warranty so you really can't lose. If you're looking for a great compact heater, you can't go wrong.

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I have a hatchling red eared slider in a 20 gallon tank that needs to be heated at 80 degrees and this heater does the job I only gave it four stars because I had to set it at 73 degrees in order to get the water to 80 degrees but other than that it's the best investment I have ever made.

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I know the temperature controls on these in tank heaters can be off by a few degrees. Do not set this one and walk away!

Have it in a 20 gallon long, fits nicely and doesnt take up much room at all.

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Sunday, March 23, 2014

TOM Aquarium Maintenance Algae Scraper Multi Tool 22 Length

TOM Aquarium Maintenance Algae Scraper Multi Tool 22 LengthHard to believe you could get excited about an algae scraper! After using cheap things like sponges, kitchen brushes, etc. I decided to get one. It works great, you don't have to get your arms wet reaching to the back lower corners of the aquarium, and the attachments can be easily interchanged. The swivel head on the sponge attachment is very nice. Only one improvement would be adding a razor edge to the brush head. Just make sure you measure your tank to buy the correct size.

Just an FYI for the parts on this are interchangeable with the petco version of the product. I had the Petco telescoping handle but my blade broke so I ordered this with the handle just in case it didn't work but the scraper snapped into place without issues.

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The only thing that doesn't work for my tank is the razor. My tank is oval in the front, and it is hard to scrape with the razor. It is also sometimes hard with the brush, but it gets the job done.

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I was very dissappointed with this product. I have a 150gal tank which had some very heavy algae build up along the inside glass walls so purchased this item with the intent of using the razor blade attachment to scrape off the majority of the debris but discovered due to the flimsy plastic handle did not have the ability to do the job nor the scrub pad which was way too soft to work either. Got creative and found a 2ft 1/2" conduit pipe left over from an old electrical job a slide it down over the plastic handle. The pipe actually fit perfectly over the flimsy plastic handle and now I had the ridgid strength to scrape the glass walls better. This is the first product I purchased from Amazon that did not work as advertised. The company that designed this product must not have tested it much and don't recommend it at all.

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TOM Aquarium Maintenance Algae Scraper Multi Tool 22 Length ~ I love this Multi Tool. It makes getting the algae off the aquarium so much easier.

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Friday, March 7, 2014

Kent Marine AKMTM64 Tech Magnesium for Aquarium, 64-Ounce

Kent Marine AKMTM64 Tech Magnesium for Aquarium, 64-OunceI put this sh** on everything. Potatoes, corn, baked fish, you name it!

Also seems to kill bryopsis and raise mag levels in my aquariums. truly a multi-purpose product!

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Monday, February 3, 2014

Fish Food - Tropical (Flake), 8.5 Oz.

Fish Food - Tropical, 8.5 Oz.I like the fact that this food comes in the larger size hard disk shaped flakes... Imagine small cornflakes. This enables you to either feed whole flakes, or break and crumble into smaller peices according to fish size. I feed this product to fish that range in size from golf ball sized goldfish to feeder guppies. What stands out to me about Aquadine is that I've witnessed fish that don't usually eat flake consume this readily. e.g. Black Ghost Knife. I'm glad I found it at such a good price, pet shops just aren't what they use to be.

Bought this product for my feeder guppies. But guess what!? It's not FLAKE food. It more like pelletized food only its disc shaped. Well I noticed in another review this was noted previously. Thats what I get for not reading the reviews!

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Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Ruby Reef ARR11128 Kick-Ich Aquarium Water Treatment, 64-Ounce

Ruby Reef ARR11128 Kick-Ich Aquarium Water Treatment, 64-OunceThis does work---it may take a little more than a spoonful or two depending on your ick problem, but it does work.

This item is more economical if you buy it in bulk. I used as prescribed, and it worked well. Cured my fish of ich, and I did not lose any. Have a friend who has used this product as well, with good success.

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I purchased this product 3 weeks ago because i had a 2 fish with white spits all over (ick) so i started treatment as soon as i put in the medication the ick seemed to get worse but i kept up with the treatment and now after 14 days all 9 fish in tank have got it. DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY!!!!

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Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Zoo Med African Mopani Wood, Medium (Sizes May Vary)

Zoo Med African Mopani Wood, MediumNo local shops carry this wood, and after searching online for some for our two fish tanks we ran across these at a great price. They shipped quick, and are very nice looking in the tanks. Our pleco's love them, as well as the cat fish like to hide underneath them, after we propped one side up with some rocks.

To remove a lot of the tannin, clean the sink out, and place wood in sink. Boil water enough to cover the wood, let sit until water cools. Repeat this a few times until the water is mostly clear after cooling.

I ordered the Zoo Med Mopani wood in size medium from Entirely Pets. It was supposed to be 10-12" long, but when it came it was 20" long! I will have to saw it in half to fit my tank. No fault on Entirely Pets part as the tag put there by Zoo Med said size medium. Since the photo that accompanies this item is always the same, I thought I'd tell you what mine looks like. It is orange tone on top and chocolate on the bottom. The width varies from 2 1/2" to 4" and the top is rounded with a flat, almost hollowed-out bottom. So, if you wanted to angle it across your aquarium from the top, you'd probably want to keep the back to the back of the tank. There is a nice knot at one end of the main root and two smaller roots crossing at the other. There are plenty of small holes and protuberances for fish, snails, and freshwater shrimp to explore for food.

I can't speak to the leaching part, because I haven't placed it in the tank yet.

Much, much later: boil the heck out of this for two hours and then soak for weeks to get the tannins mostly out or it will stain your water whiskey brown and maybe lower the pH a bit. If you have an open top aquaria and let some of the wood stick out you will notice that the wood in the water actually gets a lot less orange than that part sticking out of the water. Do not let wood stick out of water if you have a hood. The humidity causes fuzzy mold problems on the wood. Do not use in brackish water tanks as mine rotted within two weeks in one. It really stunk up the tank for weeks then (boggy smell).

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I am getting ready to buy three more pieces of this mopani wood for my new tank. I purchased a small piece for my firzt tank, a ten gallon, and I was very pleased. I was nervous buying online because I could not choose the shape, but I think that because this is a real piece of wood, no matter what it is going to look natural, because, well, it's nature!! The colors are beautiful, copper and red, to light and dark brown. I had read that mopani wood wouldn't rot like driftwood, but would leach color into the tank and while it wouldn't be bad for the fish, could be displeasing to look at. Not wanting to deal with tinted water for weeks, and not wanting to wait weeks to soak it outside my tank, I decided to boil my wood. I boiled my piece for about an hour and a half, changing the water every fifteen minutes or so. After several water changes, the water was coming out much lighter. There was still a little color in the cooking water when I decided to move the wood into my tank, but I never noticed any difference in my tank water's color so enough must have boiled out at that point. I also noticed that the color seemed enriched after the boiling, but I think this is because I used a gas stove and didn't flip the wood. The bottom of the piece was significantly darker than the rest of the wood, so I think the direct heat from the flame inderneath may have started to burn the tannins or something. I liked how it looked, but you may want to flip yours to prevent this, should you try boiling it. I have not noticed any slime, or pests.... but this could also be from the boiling. Long story short, I suggest boiling. Seems to have a lot of advantages, and I already have a "Fish Pot" laying around from my regular maintanece, so I didn't have to ruin my good cookware. (Not that it would have... I see no staining on the pot) Did I mention that it looks great in my tank with a few stones and plants, and that my fishies love it?

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We bought this for our 50 gallon and its a beautiful piece of hard wood! That being said we did place ours into a big kettle of boiling water turn off the flame and let it steep till cool to remove some of the natural tannins..upon reflection we should have done this at least twice because it did indeed cause our water to have a slight tea colored tinge to it after a couple of weeks. A change of charcole and a %20 water change restored our crystal clear water again, however it is beginnning to look a little tea colored again but not nearly as much. I suspect it will be gone completely after the next change down the road. Placing the wood in the boiling water also has the benefit of sterilizing it as well! I do not regret buying this it is a very interesting addition to our tank.

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site description "Product Dimensions: 13.5 x 4.3 x 3.4 inches ; 1.6 pounds" sizes may vary. Boy I'll say!!! MY piece is 5 x 2.75 x 2.75 " a 1/2 inch pimple on the hight brought it up to 2.75 from 2.25. entire piece wieghs 4 oz. what a rip off. The only reason i gave it 1 star is I couldn't give it less. Over 8 bucks for a chunk of wood smaller than a deck of cards. plus shipping

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Sunday, November 17, 2013

Marineland Siphon-Kleen Mini

Marineland Siphon-Kleen MiniPerfect size for a smaller tank. Super easy to use and should last a lifetime.

awwwwesome!!!! never had one before and this makes cleaning your tank a piece of cake... easy to get going and long enough tube to get from your tank to bucket... way cheaper that petland discounts...

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this is great for my fish tank. I bought it for my girlfriend after she recommneded we get it and it turned out to be good.

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Monday, September 9, 2013

Zoo Med Floating Betta Log

Zoo Med Floating Betta LogMy little crowntail Jack has been in love with his Betta Log "house" for 5 months now. It fit perfectly in the corner of his 5 gallon tank. It was his FAVORITE place to hang out! Just a few days ago I noticed he had torn a hole in his fin. Immediately I went to do the nylon test on all his little toys, plants, and hideaways. (This involves dragging a pair of nylons over the items. Anything it snags on can also tear a betta fin. All his toys pass this test before I put them in) His log snagged all over the place, horribly! I have no doubt it is what tore his fin.

It looks like after a few months, his log started to wear away. I noticed color loss to reveal the grey beneath, and didn't worry too much. I just washed his toy and stuck it back in. I wish I had checked with nylon again! Make sure to check and make sure there are no sharp edges every few weeks. Unfortunately I had no luck sanding down the sharp spots.

Jack loved his toy while it lasted, and I would recommend it to other betta users. HOWEVER, make sure it isn't sharp so your little fishy friend doesn't get any injuries.

My blue super delta tail Ramses is a tail biter. I have been trying to pinpoint the cause of his tailbiting. I recently bought the floating betta log with hopes that it was boredom that was causing my baby to bite his fins (it was not). I have to admit it took Ramses awhile to figure out that his log is for his amusement and to give him a place to feel safe and secure. He loves to swim through his log. Bettas love to swim through things. I recently caught him resting in his log with part of his caudal fin sticking out which was too cute. I should note that I have Ramses in a large Kritter Keeper which is approximately 3 gallons, perfect for his floating log. To keep it from moving all over the place, his log is wedged between some fake plants which he has easy access to swim in and out of. I have heard that the paint chips off the log after awhile so I am going to watch mine very carefully and suggest to people to do the same to be safe than sorry. Overall I think it was well worth the money I spent on my boy Ramses.

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This is great for Bettas. All mine love the log and enjoy swimming in it and resting in it. The only bad thing about the log is that it chips off easily. I've had mine since June and it's already had it's share of wear and tare. It's a great product though, one that I'd recommend, but for the price and how badly it lasts, not something for the long haul.

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After eyeing this item on Amazon for a couple months, I was pleasantly surprised to find it available at my local Petsmart! Hooray!

I have my betta fish in a Marineland Eclipse 2.5 gallon tank. I only had a small plant (with a couple leaves) in there for a decoration, but realized the gentle current of the pump was still too strong for my betta. So, I was on the hunt for tank decorations. Because this tank is longer vertically than horizontally, there isn't alot of surface area of water at the top.

However, the betta log still has just enough space to float around. A little cramped, but still OK. So, you should only buy this betta log if you have a horizontal tank or a 2.5 gallon or larger tank. Definitely check the measurements of the betta log and the opening of your tank to see if you can squeeze it in passively into the tank. If it is too cramped, I'm afraid that the log could drift and pin the betta against the wall of the tank!

My betta loves it this product. He isn't always hanging out inside, but he enjoys being in there sometimes. The log is also helpful because it significantly slows the water current from the pump, allowing my fish to hover more easily at the top without being hassled.

Check out the photo I took!

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THIS IS PERFECT FOR THE BETTA I HAVE IN A 5 GALLON AQUARIUM. HE SWIMS THROUGH IT ALL OF THE TIME. HOWEVER, I DO THINK IT WOULD BE TOO LARGE FOR ANY SMALLER TANKS.

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Tuesday, August 20, 2013

TOM Aquarium Accessories Dip & Pour Multi-Purpose Container, Large

TOM Aquarium Accessories Dip & Pour Multi-Purpose Container, LargeASIN: B00176AZWE: the opening is not 9.2"L x 5.4"W x 6.2"T as Strictly Pet Supplies indicated to me via e-mail, it's actually 7 3/8"L x 3 5/8"W x 5 7/8"T. Again, this is the dimensions of the opening only (not including the two pouring spouts and bracket). Other than that it is as seen and was shipped promptly.

This product works well for collecting fish that are about to be shipped. The easy pouring feature is especially nice. I use one container to collect the fish and a second one with fresh water and water treatment to put the fish into for shipping. I transfer the fish to the fresh water and then to the bag. The easy pouring feature helps make the transfer to a bag for shipping a much safer and easier task.

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I love this product! It's a little big for my 20 gallon tank, but I use it every time I do a water change or as a holding pen for my fish to be transported. I have a HOB filter that needs to be filled with water before turning it on, so this is a great use for it. I can easily scoop up some tank water and pour just the right amount to get it started. I've also used it as an observation container, as it can hang on the side so that you can see how your new fish will react to the current occupant in the tank. Is this a necessary item? -No, but it's very nice to have.

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Pretty much the exact same little plastic hang on boxes that they use to collect fish at the petstores, but they don't sell themwell here they are! I bought the small and the large sizes. The small is definitely for drip-acclimating small coral frags or small inverts. The large size is more multi-purpose.

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I really like these. The large are just that large; but they still hang off all three of my fish tanks perfectly (55g, 30g, and 10g).

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