Showing posts with label aquarium fish wiki. Show all posts
Showing posts with label aquarium fish wiki. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

EHEIM Jager Aquarium Thermostat Heater, 250-Watt

EHEIM Jager Aquarium Thermostat Heater, 250-WattI bought this heater to replace a Ebo Jager that I had had in my 75 gallon tank and a 70 before that for 10 or 15 years total. I have tried a wide variety of heaters over the past 30 years and there is no other submersible heater that can match an Ebo Jager. The temperature setting was perfectly accurate, dead on at 78 degrees. Did a partial water change and quickly returns to 78 degrees even though I used relatively cool tap water.

This was recommended by many as a top notch aquarium heater so I ordered it. Put it in my 29 gal and it worked great...then the other day I noticed my temps inching up and the heater running even when the temp was higher than what it was set on. I started looking through the manual, oh wow is it bad, in an attempt to figure out what was going on. I am now sending a request to their tech support...and thank goodness it is warm now and I don't need to worry about my fish getting cold! Too bad I am beyond my 30 days with Amazon.

Buy EHEIM Jager Aquarium Thermostat Heater, 250-Watt Now

Only used it for two weeks. The temp variance was off by about 2 1/2 degrees. This was adjusted by the variance tab. I check my water temp everyday when it is plugged in. A big plus for me is this is actually made in Germany. You don't see that much anymore. Good build construction. Also, many complain about Eheim being a big heater compared to others. Yes it is, but this extra size allows more surface area to dissipate heat (efficiency) and more separation between heating coils and thermostat.

Don't hesitate to buy one. Really one of the best in tank heaters.

Read Best Reviews of EHEIM Jager Aquarium Thermostat Heater, 250-Watt Here

Works fine. Would have been five stars so far except for the oft-mentioned length. Placed it diagonally at the rear of a 55 long. No problem. Temp has stayed steady since the day I placed it. Had to buy in a hurry due to finding out about the potentially explosive Stealth Pro..

Want EHEIM Jager Aquarium Thermostat Heater, 250-Watt Discount?

I have been buying the Tetra brand aquarium heaters and they just don't perform and they just don't last. Although it is too early too tell the longevity of this device I can say without question that there was a visible quality difference just in the way the unit appeared and felt. It felt sturdy, and the attachment suction cups were also hiqh quality. With the Tetra heater, I was unable to get my tank above 74 degrees--which was ok but not optimal for the variety of fish that I have. I plugged in the EHEIM and within an hour I was up to 76. I waited a day to acclimate the fish then jumped the temp to 78. The fish are happy and I am too. I have always known of the quality of EHEIM filters and it appears to me that that same care and quality is included in their heaters. I am a fan!

Save 28% Off

Saturday, September 20, 2014

HQRP Blue + White Aquarium Reef Corals Grow LED Light Panel 13.8W 150 White + 70 Blue LED 7000K / 4

HQRP Blue + White Aquarium Reef Corals Grow LED Light Panel 13.8W 150 White + 70 Blue LED 7000K / 460 nm + UV TesterI am very pleased with this product. You cannot find a light like this for the price. My corals love the bright light. I hung it above my tank from a hook that only took a few minutes to install.

Thanks!

The unit is very cheapily made. After only about 1 month of use many of the LEDS went out. The LEDs used are way to weak to "grow" corals as the seller claims. I would avoid this product.

Buy HQRP Blue + White Aquarium Reef Corals Grow LED Light Panel 13.8W 150 White + 70 Blue LED 7000K / 4 Now

I would never try this on my reef tank as there is no way it's powerful enough to supplement the light needed for coral growth. I used it on my freshwater tank for a while with no splash and one line of blue went out. The plants seem to like it but it looks more blue than white which is also a bummer.

Read Best Reviews of HQRP Blue + White Aquarium Reef Corals Grow LED Light Panel 13.8W 150 White + 70 Blue LED 7000K / 4 Here

from some 1 that knows

for 14 watts this thing is great using it on a saltwater tank i would give it a 9 out of 10

the only bad thing is that i think it could be a bit more water tight keep in mind that im using it on a aquarium and not as a plant lite

i used in the past

LEDwholesalers High Power WHITE + BLUE LED Aquarium Reef corals grow light. 250 watt not as bright but very close and its 14watt

and no loud fan

Marineland ML Double Bright LED Light and Aqua Medic Metal Halide + T5 Ocean Light Fixture

on a 225 gal aquarium i now use 2 of the HQRP Blue + White Aquarium Reef Corals Grow LED Light Panel 13.8W 150 White + 70 Blue LED 7000K / 460 nm + UV Tester

and

1 Full Spectrum Light Bulb ALZO 85 watt CFL 5500K daylight balanced pure white light 4250 Lumens for power ..In a 5 gal bucket

for a tot of 113 watts i was using well over 1200 watts and now so far this is much better

Want HQRP Blue + White Aquarium Reef Corals Grow LED Light Panel 13.8W 150 White + 70 Blue LED 7000K / 4 Discount?

i have this on a refugium running 8 hrs a day, they are low output LED's so don't expect it to blind you or bleach coral. my only complaint is the one they sent me is 50/50 blue to white. i'd put the color spectrum around 16k

Sunday, July 20, 2014

Marina Decor

Marina Decor Mangrove Root, LargeI was so excited when I first received this. It looks great in my Fluval Ebi tank. The shrimp love to climb on it and the Beta even likes to rest on the top in the cubby-like hole.

The color is nice and natural and makes for a very attractive structure in a planted tanks. It acually looks even better when a bit of algae starts to grow on it. But that's where the trouble started.

I have a couple Nirate snails that love to eat algae. With in a couple days they ate was on the 'Mangrove Root' and the paint that was under the algae came up with it. So now there are sections that are white/gray instead of brown/red.

Luckly I don't think it hurt the snails (they are still alive) but I will be removing this from the tank and using a real piece of driftwood or a nano tree so I don't have to worry about the problem again. It's really too bad because it does look nice. :( oh well, live and learn.

**update** 12/13/2011

I'm changing my rating to 1 star.

So I took this thing out of my tank and really just about fell on the floor. IT SMELLED SO BAD! because it is hollow, fungus was able to grow inside of it. Seriously... it was so terrible that we had to promptly put it in a garbage bag and store it outside.

Total waste of money. :(

The decoration is well made and looks good in the tank. I looked at the pictures and did not pay a lot of attention to the measurements. It is hard to figure just how large the decorations are. The small size is 4.8 x 7.8 x 4, the medium is 12.7 x 6.8 x 5.1 and the large is 14.6 x 8.4 x 5.5. The medium measures smaller than the small size in one of the measurements and just a little over an inch bigger in another. I bought the small one and it does not have large enough holes for most of the fish to swim though. I do not know if I need a medium or a large. It would helpful if the seller would set them side by side so that you could see the differences better. I believe the large size is pictured on the web, which will allow more than just the smallest fish to swim though. I will look around town and see if I can find this decoration so that I will not end up buying all three sizes. I am giving this 3 stars not because of the quality of the decoration but because of the difficulty figuring out just what size to get for your tank.

Update: I took the chance and bought the large size. I'm positive that it is the one used in the picture but without the plants. It is a little bigger than I wanted but it will work. I did not buy the medium because it didn't measure that much bigger than the small size. If you have a tank that is 20 gal or more you might want to go with the large size if you want your larger fish to be able to use the openings. I have mostly tetras and barbs which are not "big" fish but they don't like to swim through tight areas.

The measurements would be less confusing if they read like the following

Small 4.8 x 7.8 x 4

Medium 6.8 x 12.7 x 5.1

Large 8.4 x 14.6 x 5.5

The first number is the height of the rock on the tallest side

The second number is the length of the decoration

The third number is the height of the rock on the smallest side

The smallest rock and the arch are just about the same size in height.

After a week in the tank, the fish love it. I never had a problem

with the fish decoration, it was the information provided about the product.

Buy Marina Decor Now

If you have a fish with sensitive fins like a betta, you can forget this. The overall texture is extremely rough and sharp.. rough and sharp enough to actaully cut my skin none the less snag some nylons. Also it has 3 places on the ornament where it's obviously they've stuck 2 pieces together.. very crudely with gaps and no texture mesh up. The bottom is hollow.. not sure about that. Too bad. Looks good online. Poorly made and ROUGH.

Read Best Reviews of Marina Decor Here

I'm glad to find this on Amazon so I can share how much my fish enjoy this ornament. They either roost on the very top, or sleep in one of the holes. One of them spends about 10 minutes in each hole before swimming up to perch on his Betta Hammock for a while. I will always use this ornament in my tanks. It doesn't look especially nice in this photo but it's pretty neat. More importantly... they love it!

Zoo Med Betta Leaf Hammock

Want Marina Decor Discount?

I have a crayfish that has found his way inside of this thing (it's hollow) and made it a home, he manages to move from branch to branch and poke his head out of holes he's made for himself. Also my pleco uses the bottom branches as his home during the day. It's very cool looking and perfect for fish to play in.

Save 35% Off

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Waterfall Filter replacement pad

Waterfall Filter replacement padThis is a tetra replacement for my tetra waterfall. This is packaged in tetra package and seems to be better than the one that came with the waterfall, this one is much thicker

Save 42% Off

Tuesday, July 1, 2014

biUbe Aquarium with Halogen Light, Silver, 9 Gallons

biUbe Aquarium with Halogen Light, Silver, 9 GallonsI was so excited to get an aquirium, and when i saw the biorbs and biubes i thought what a great invention. Easy to take care of, clean sleek design, very modern; just my style. Well, when I got my biube delivered to my home and opened the box, i was surprised to see there was hardly any accessories which means easy to setup. It was easy to setup, but when i took out my tank, there were scratches on the sides. Big, long scratches. What the hell? is what i was thinking. Should i return it? I paid over 120.00 for it. I looked at the prices a week later and it sky rocketed to almost 200.00. Overall, not worth it for 200.00, not even 129.99 over the internet. Buy this product in a store so you can easily check it for damage, and can easily return the item. I live in Hawaii and i dont have that option.

Save 8% Off

Sunday, May 25, 2014

Hagen Nutrafin Calcium Test for Fresh and Saltwater

Hagen Nutrafin Calcium Test for Fresh and SaltwaterI just wish these titration tests were easier to perform. Also a color change from pink to light purple is not very noticeable sometimes which will affect the accuracy of your test.

Very simple and easy to use test kit for calcium. I read all the great reviews and based the purchase on them. Very helpful. Would definitely recommend!

Buy Hagen Nutrafin Calcium Test for Fresh and Saltwater Now

The caps of the bottles fit perfectly, but somehow when pouring some drops, the "nozzle" leaks a little, thus making me squeeze the bottle very gentle, so i dont have an extra drop on the test.

The thing I certainly hate in this test, is the crystal test tube : the bottom is rounded, so you have to be holding the tube all the time!! and the white plastic cap that goes on top of this tube (so you can shake it) doesnt fit tight, so if you don't use your finger to press the cap, you might end up with the liquid to fly all over...

Thats why I gave them 4 stars, the accuracy is not that bad...

Read Best Reviews of Hagen Nutrafin Calcium Test for Fresh and Saltwater Here

I have a saltwater tank and my coral has been eating the calcium like crazy so I need to test frequently and replenish calcium. I love this test! It's simple, quick and easy to read to determine your calcium level. I tried one other before this one and it was very cumbersome and the test result was not very accurate. This is also the same test that my local fish store uses. Highly recommend!

Want Hagen Nutrafin Calcium Test for Fresh and Saltwater Discount?

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Fluval EDGE Foam & Biomax Filter Media Renewal Kit

Fluval EDGE Foam & Biomax Filter Media Renewal KitI bought this kit to use in my 6 gal Fluval Edge fish tank. It works fine. I take it out during every other water change and give each a good rinse, especially the foam to keep water flowing well.

Why bother go to my local Petland Discount store when I can conveniently order this item online! It came with all that is advertised and on time! Will definitely purchase this item again in the near future. A very happy customer!

Buy Fluval EDGE Foam & Biomax Filter Media Renewal Kit Now

These work just as well as all the other piece to the Fluval edge line. Yet again i wihs i didnt have to buy so many.

Read Best Reviews of Fluval EDGE Foam & Biomax Filter Media Renewal Kit Here

i've had fish tanks before and the fluval edge filter has been the best for keeping a low maintenance, clean tank. these renewal filters are so easy to replace.

Want Fluval EDGE Foam & Biomax Filter Media Renewal Kit Discount?

The filter Media has been doing its stated purpose to keep my aquarium water clean and clear without objectionable odors or suspended debris. Excellent Job! Thanks.

Save 11% Off

Friday, April 11, 2014

SeaClear Rectangular Aquarium Combo (Clear)

SeaClear Rectangular Aquarium ComboI have this aquarium. It was my first. It's perfect for anybody who is looking for an aquarium but is scared of breaking the glass. The acrylic is thick and you can see through it just as easily as any glass. Instead of seeing a line of caulk/glue on each corner, the acrylic tank has a smooth sharp turn. The top is glued on. Mine has cut outs for a penguin 330 filter, a small hole for the heater and two larger holes in the middle. They are covered with another piece of acrylic so your lighting wont be splashed. The holes are big enough to move around without any problems.

I have very heavy Holey rock that needs to be taken in and out of the aquarium tank during water changes. I've dropped several big pieces numerous times over the years. I worry about hurting the fish, but never about the tank.

The acrylic tank spoiled me. I was given two glass aquariums since this one. I broke the first one when I was cleaning it. The other one is still in my garage. I've decided to stay with acrylic. It's tough and it's just as clear as glass.

I want to say to check this set and make sure you know what it comes with. The one I have came with the acrylic splash cover, a light/ ballast, heater, and Penguin 330 Filter. SeaClear Aquariums are great. I'm just not sure how Petco sells this particular aquarium.

Just ordered this tank, and waiting shipment. I'll update once it arrives!

I'm puzzled as to how people looking at this tank can't figure out how big it is. It's described as 36" x 12" x 16", which makes it 6912 cubic inches, or very slightly less than 30 gallons in volume, as measured from the outside. So, we'll call it 29+ gallons!

Buy SeaClear Rectangular Aquarium Combo (Clear) Now

Ok I believe this tank is a 30 gallon...thats what it said on the packaging paper when i got it. I wouldnt have bought it had I known, but anyways. This sucked that they didnt put the size, it just seemed a bit sketchy to me.

This tank has 3 cutouts on top, pretty small, I'm cutting them a bit wider, since I have turtles. Its a pretty great size tank overall, I just hate that the top is glued on. I would have prefered one with no top or one that comes off.

Read Best Reviews of SeaClear Rectangular Aquarium Combo (Clear) Here

THIS IS NOT A 100 GALLON TANK, EVEN THOUGH WHEN YOU DO A SEARCH FOR 100 GALLON THIS IS THE FIRST ONE THAT POPS UP, SO THAT IS A BIT...ODD? OR SUSPICIOUS IT DOES NOT SEEM CORRECT AT ALL WHEN YOU LOOK FOR SOMETHING AND IT SHOWS AND THEN YOU ORDER IT AND REALIZE THAT ITS NOT AS DESCRIBED, IF ONE KNOWS SOMETHIN ABOUT TANKS THEN YOU WOULD SEE THE DIMENSION MEASUREMENT IN INCHES COULD NOT BE A 100 GALLON, BUT IF NOT YOU WOULD HOPE THAT A SELLER WOULD HAVE YOUR BEST INTENTIONS IN MIND TO KEEP FROM COMING BACK FOR MORE, BUT AS i READ THE OTHER REVIEWS FROM PEOPLE THE VERY SECOND ONE STATES THAT IT WAS SMALLER THAN HE THOUGHT, SO ASK YOURSELF THIS BEFORE BUYING, WOULDN;T ONE THINK THAT AFTER GETTING A POOR REVIEW BECAUSE OF HOW IT SHOWS UP IN SEARCHES OR AT THE VERY LEAST SAY IT IS NOT ON THE PAGE? THIS SELLER DID NOT, SO THAT IS WHY I WILL NOT BUY THIS FISH TANK, THOUGH I ALMOST DID...

Want SeaClear Rectangular Aquarium Combo (Clear) Discount?

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Zoo Med BettaTherm Submersible Betta Bowl Heater 7.5 Watts

Zoo Med BettaTherm Submersible Betta Bowl Heater 7.5 WattsI almost gave up on finding a heater that actually lived up to the standards in their descriptions. Two others that I tried never went past 72 degrees, although the descriptions said they went to 78 degrees. This little BettaTherm heater is the absolute best. It stays at a consistent 79-80 degrees. My Betta, Clifford is just thriving in his 2.5 gallon bowl. He is so much more active since I put in this heater. This heater takes up no room, is flat and covered by your rocks on the bottom of the bowl. There is a suction cup that holds the cord nicely against the side of the bowl. I would say..stop looking at other heaters, this is the best out there.

The heating power of this product is way underestimated.

It says it can raise a 1-3 gallon tank 5-10 degrees above room temp. I woke up the morning after i installed it and found my 2.5 gallon betta tank at 86 degrees with a room temp of 65. I'm glad i didn't buy this product in the summer or he'd probably be dead.

Without any kind of built in thermostat you have to constantly monitor your tanks temp and plug or unplug the heater.

It might be safe for a 5 gallon but if your tank is any smaller than that this heater is too powerful.

Buy Zoo Med BettaTherm Submersible Betta Bowl Heater 7.5 Watts Now

Just want to warn people that this heater is a fire hazard. Mine was only 4 months old when today I walked out to see smoke

coming out of my aquarium. Had I not been home I don't even want to imagine what would have happened. There was quite a bit

of smoke in our home and when we were able to get our Betta out and check to find out this heater was melted. I am still shaking from this

experience and I plan on contacting the manufacturer.

Read Best Reviews of Zoo Med BettaTherm Submersible Betta Bowl Heater 7.5 Watts Here

I've had this heater for a few days in my 1 gallon bowl, and it certainly does well at keeping the water warm. You can't set it to a specific temperature, though, so you really need to keep an eye on how hot your water gets. My room temperature is at about 70 degrees, and this heater usually keeps the water at around 80. Sometimes, though, especially after it's been on all day, it gets up to more like 85, and that's a bit too hot for my betta.

Basically, this heater is nice to have, but buy yourself a thermometer to go with it, and don't let it go unwatched for very long.

Want Zoo Med BettaTherm Submersible Betta Bowl Heater 7.5 Watts Discount?

Got my four year old a fish and after a few weeks last fall...he didnt look like he was going to make it! Got this heater...love it, small and still working months later...perfect for bettas, ours is very happy! took heater out for the summer (we live in nj) but will put it in the tank again in the fall to keep fishy toasty warm!

Save 44% Off

Thursday, January 30, 2014

Marina Standing Thermometer

Marina Standing Thermometerdoes what it is supposed to.

keeps my tank at the temp that it is supposed to be

I find my fish tries to move the thermometer around, so I but some stones around the bottom to hold it in place

*****

update

after 6months the bottom of the glass thermometer let go and the steel bb's came out,

filtering out the hundreds of tiny bb's was easily done with a small magnet,

a replacement thermometer I picked up a a local pet co and it looks the same except it has rubber coating the bottom of the thermometer, must have become a Known issue

so I would recomend the rubber bottom coated one

Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Petco Snowy River Aquarium Gravel, 20 lbs.

Petco Snowy River Aquarium Gravel, 20 lbs.Exactly what i was hoping it would be perfect for what i was gonna use it for. Would deffinatly buy this item again or suggest to another

I got enough, so when it's time to change the gravel, I have enough without having to buy more. It filters out really well, and large enough to where it doesn't clog op the filters with smaller gravel.

Buy Petco Snowy River Aquarium Gravel, 20 lbs. Now

This gravel looks great in my betta's 5 gallon "natural" aquarium, though I bought the 5 lb size. It is much lighter and much more attractive (in my opinion) than the standard Petco River Rock Shallow Creek Aquarium Gravel, 20 lbs.. I find the River Rock one to be too dark and, frankly, ugly. The size is great and perfect for the roots of my Anubias. The light color accentuates the colors of my fish and decor.

Read Best Reviews of Petco Snowy River Aquarium Gravel, 20 lbs. Here

Friday, December 20, 2013

Sentry Tropical Breeze Flea and Tick Dog Shampoo, 18-Fluid Ounce

Sentry Tropical Breeze Flea and Tick Dog Shampoo, 18-Fluid OunceLove this stuff. Great lather. Long lasting pleasant scent. Nice price point. Much more expensive when purchased from the big box pet stores, if they carry it at all.

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Jardin Plastic Aquarium Fish Tank One Way Air Check Valves, 2-Piece, Clear Black

Jardin Plastic Aquarium Fish Tank One Way Air Check Valves, 2-Piece, Clear BlackThese are cheap check valves. They seem to do the job so far but i wouldn't bet new carpet on it. Fair price for the product.

Seem to work fine and apparantly do not inerfere with air flow. We'll see if they work when the pump fails or a hose becomes detached. I am pleased.

Buy Jardin Plastic Aquarium Fish Tank One Way Air Check Valves, 2-Piece, Clear Black Now

its a 2 pack and works as thay said.it has a arrow on it to show the flow.that is helpful.would buy more if i need them.

Read Best Reviews of Jardin Plastic Aquarium Fish Tank One Way Air Check Valves, 2-Piece, Clear Black Here

I would definitely not recommend these check valves. I was looking for one to use in my CO2 injection system for my fishtank. The only options were $15 for a brass one or about $3 for two plastic ones, so I decided to try the cheap ones. After just the first night there was a fair amount of water that made it past the valve. They may work well for applications when there is gas (whether it be CO2 or just air from an air pump) going through the valve at all times, but if there will be times when there isn't, then I would look for something of better quality.

I gave it two stars because it IS cheap, so I sort of should have expected the outcome.

Want Jardin Plastic Aquarium Fish Tank One Way Air Check Valves, 2-Piece, Clear Black Discount?

Saturday, November 16, 2013

Zilla Fresh Air Non-Locking Screen Clips, 2-Pack

Zilla 11497 Fresh Air Non-Locking Screen Clips, Large, 2-PackI bought these for a snake cage and they are extremely difficult to attach to the zilla screen. Stupid to think that Zilla would make clips that fit their screens. Once I finally got them on the screen with pliers and a friend's help, they didn't work. The flimsy metal allows the lid to be pushed up without difficulty from a young corn snake. He is able to push his lid up unless I put books on top, but that looks tacky. So I invested in these clips and I'm still using the books. The clips are a waste of time and money. I'm trying to return them and I guess I'll just continue to have books on my snake cage.

No way these things are going to keep my snake in. They are cheap and flimsy and come unsnapped with very little effort.

Buy Zilla Fresh Air Non-Locking Screen Clips, 2-Pack Now

they are okay i ordered them because they were chepa and qualified for 2 day free shippin with amazon prime.....they r okay order 2 packs tho and use all 4 on the tank

Read Best Reviews of Zilla Fresh Air Non-Locking Screen Clips, 2-Pack Here

Clips did not hold & 1 broke when installing. No instructions on placement. I had to search Internet for installation procedure.

Want Zilla Fresh Air Non-Locking Screen Clips, 2-Pack Discount?

The clips fit our screen and keep the lid in place. When our snake gets bigger and stronger, it would probably be better to get another pair of clips to hold down the screen at all four corners. For now, these clips are doing the job.

Monday, November 4, 2013

Jardin Plastic Aquarium Fish Tank Grass Plants Ornament Décor, 2-Piece, Purple

Jardin Plastic Aquarium Fish Tank Grass Plants Ornament Décor, 2-Piece, PurpleItem as described. Looks great. Does attract algae like most plastic deco. The weights at the base help to keep the plants in place without worrying about filling some kind of plastic base with gravel or sand.

I recently decided to try out the Fluval Fresh Fish Aquariums (which I love), and also bought several plant and other decor to decorate it with.

This one was such a surprise for it was unlike any other plastic plant decor for fish tanks I've seen, felt and realized that fish tank plants vary in quality. It not only has a vivid color that stands out in the tank, but it's leaves/petals had an exquisite feel maleable, soft, pliable...it felt like heaven. If you want quality in your aqauriums, Jardin's products will not disappoint. I have a couple other reviews for plants I got from them, and another manufacturer that is close to Jardin's in quality, so look up any reviews I have posted regarding fish tank plant and misc. decor.

Buy Jardin Plastic Aquarium Fish Tank Grass Plants Ornament Décor, 2-Piece, Purple Now

I purchased these plants to add color to my fresh water aquarium along with a little bit of height. My initial reaction when opening was that the color was great as described by other reviewers. However I was surprised at how flimsy they were I was expecting the stem of the plant to be more taught/stiff to keep the plant standing upright. They were essentially rolled up in a ball in the packaging. While a bit apprehensive I put them into the aquarium and they stood rather straight once in the water. I suppose I would describe it as the plants have some natural looking sway or hang to them. I ordered two packages of two (4 total) and placed them near a rock creating some great cover for my fish. They love to swim through the opening in the rock and hide out in the cave like cover I have created by spacing out the plants and allowing them to hang in toward the center.

Read Best Reviews of Jardin Plastic Aquarium Fish Tank Grass Plants Ornament Décor, 2-Piece, Purple Here

Love these. They look great in our 20 gallon, adds a lot of color. They're pretty tall but they worked out well. Better than expected. :)

Want Jardin Plastic Aquarium Fish Tank Grass Plants Ornament Décor, 2-Piece, Purple Discount?

I bought some of these and was amazed at how long they are. I had to cut some of it to make it look decent in my turtle tank. The colors are also amazing. It makes my tank look so natural and it adds beauty to it at the same time. What i liked the most was that it did not float everywhere. You just throw it in and it will sink to tje bottom. No rocks or gravel needed. But if you have turtles...you might need some rocks XD MY turtles seem to love this plant. My smallest turtle, Toity, loves to hang on to it and swim around it like every 3 seconds. Really love this product and will be buying more plants in the future :}

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Lixit Corporation SLX0850 Aquarium/Cage Small Animal Water Bottle, 5-Ounce

Lixit Corporation SLX0850 Aquarium/Cage Small Animal Water Bottle, 5-OunceWe've had a few different small animals and experimented with different cages and water bottles and have found this one to be the best by far. Small animals like gerbils and hamsters NEED to chew on stuff, and unfortunately it sometimes is their water bottle or other wire or plastic cages or toys. They need to be housed in an aquarium, first of all, so they cannot chew on the walls and latches, etc. We've owned plastic and wire cages in the past only to quickly replace them all with glass aquariums with a wire mesh top. That said, the only reasonable solution for the water bottle for the little fellas was this one because it's small, can be situated up high enough that they can't chew it, sticks on with double-sided tape, and is easily removed for filling. The other bottles we've had (many!) were all something that was bulky and hung down so far they would climb on them and chew on them. The glass one we had was fine until they chewed the whole cork off around the glass tube and we couldn't open it ever again. Gerbils in particular don't drink a lot, (and therefore don't pee a lot) so the bottle can be very tiny, which is why this one is perfect. The floating turtle inside makes it very easy to glance in and check the water level, too.

This sturdy little bottle is the best Gerbil or Mouse water bottle I've come across. The rounded bottom prevents

the cute little rodents from chewing through the cap like they do on conventional water bottles. The price is great and delivery was fast.

Buy Lixit Corporation SLX0850 Aquarium/Cage Small Animal Water Bottle, 5-Ounce Now

I bought this to replace 2 other water bottles that I purchased. The other bottles that I had my gerbil chewed up. The design of this bottle makes it hard for him to get his teeth into, and also the way it hangs also helps with that.I do not have a cage enclosure for the gerbil I have a 10Gal aquarium style tank and it works great!

Read Best Reviews of Lixit Corporation SLX0850 Aquarium/Cage Small Animal Water Bottle, 5-Ounce Here

This product is very good, with the exception of the attachment. To put it on the side of the cage you have to use this wire...it's kind of dinky. But the price is fairly good for the sturdiness of the bottle. the double-ball valve is fantastic and dripping is at a bare minimum. I have had bottles that my hamster chewed open. I'm pretty sure she'll have a hell of a time trying to chew this one ;)

Want Lixit Corporation SLX0850 Aquarium/Cage Small Animal Water Bottle, 5-Ounce Discount?

I got this for my Russian Dwarf Hamster, I use an aquarium instead of a cage for her and while this is very small (half the size of 'normal' bottles) I was able to get it to work.

Using just the hook that comes with it, the bottle would have been about 4 or 5 inches from the bottom of the cage, way out of reach. Simply use some paperclips and you can get it to work just fine.

Save 50% Off

Friday, September 13, 2013

Hagen A17187 AquaClear Impeller Assembly, 110 Powerhead

Hagen A17187 AquaClear Impeller Assembly, 110 PowerheadThese are hard to find, were a good price, and stopped me from having to replace the whole power head!

I was prepared to loose a few fish....The time stated for the impeller to arrive was 5 to 9 days. It arrived before I expected and I am very pleased with it.

Buy Hagen A17187 AquaClear Impeller Assembly, 110 Powerhead Now

Monday, July 1, 2013

Perfecto Full Recessed Hoods 30in Black

Perfecto Full Recessed Hoods 30in Black
  • Fixture has a 90 day warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
  • Hood is 29.25" l x 11.25" w x 3" high.

The hood fit perfectly, included the light and looks great. I am glad I did not spend much more for it at a local pet store. Thank you!

Buy Perfecto Full Recessed Hoods 30in Black Now

I had previously bought a Marineland LED hood for my 29 gallon aquarium, it looked pretty but had very flimsy hinges which broke after six months rendering the hood useless as it fell off every time I tried to raise it to do anything. Since I really needed a hood to keep my aquatic turtles in, I resigned to having to go back to a conventional fluorescent unit to replace the broken LED hood. I read the other reviews here for this unit and they are accurate. This hood is very well made, fit my tank perfectly. I was a little concerned with having to cut out the plastic in the back to fit my filter tubing, heater, etc. but after carefully measuring it was easy to do with almost no gap space, so not even a small crab would be able to get out now. I am very happy with this purchase. If Perfecto ever makes the same hood with an LED I will be their first customer.

Read Best Reviews of Perfecto Full Recessed Hoods 30in Black Here

5 stars! This hood is exactly like the 29 gallon hood it replaced. That hood was the original one from that "save money. live better" store.

Want Perfecto Full Recessed Hoods 30in Black Discount?

It's nice. It does what it says it does. I especially like the no drip feature. I'm thinking of upgrading the lights and don't know how hard that would be if it's even possible.

Save 11% Off

The other reviews I thought sounded planted, but they are actually true. This is a very nice feeling hood. It just feels well made! I definitely recommend it. It fits perfectly on top of my 29 gallon tank. The only thing I guess I can say that wasn't the best was the difficulty I had in removing the tabs on the back to make space for the filter, air hoses, etc. I ended up having to use tin snips to cut the plastic tabs out of the way. But if anything, maybe that's just a testament to its solid construction!