Showing posts with label top 10 aquarium fish. Show all posts
Showing posts with label top 10 aquarium fish. Show all posts

Sunday, November 2, 2014

Instant Ocean-Aquarium Systems AIOSG24 Seagarden Halophila Engelmannii Aquarium Decorative Plant, L

Instant Ocean-Aquarium Systems AIOSG24 Seagarden Halophila Engelmannii Aquarium Decorative Plant, LargeI"m not usually into fake plants, but this one looks great...especially after it's been in the tank for a while. It's probably as good as it gets if you're in the market for a low maintenance, realistic looking fake plant.

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Friday, September 26, 2014

Tetra 26331 Whisper EX Carbon Filter

Tetra 26333 Whisper EX Carbon Filter, Large/4-PackI purchased these filters for ease of use, because I need someone to watch my fish while I'm away. Just pitch it and install the new one. The only reason I only rated this filter bag a 4 is if you don't mind taking a few minutes to pour in the charcoal and rinse, the box of 12 un assembled filters are about the same price as these 4. These ones are custom cut to better fit my filter 'holder', but the un assembled ones are more squared off at the bottom. They don't fit quite perfectly, yet they still work just fine.

Use this filter since i bought a 20 gallon hexagon tank.Does a great job for what i want.

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My fish have told me time and time again that these are there favorite filters. They are really happy!! At least the two that are still alive.

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Hard to find. Thanks We love the fishtank set up. We have used it for years. Our local stores are hard to find that carry this good product.

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Wow, they've certainly improved things from when I was a kid. These are great little packets. If you can make coffee or brew tea, you already know how to use them. Well done, Tetra. 4-stars only because they don't last very long, and I wish they came in a bigger package. A fair value, though, and a great way to encourage the kids to change the thing themselves.

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Sunday, August 31, 2014

Tetra 77017 River Shrimp, 0.92-Ounce, 250-ml

Tetra 77017 River Shrimp, 0.92-Ounce, 250-mlPurchased this for our new freshwater fish tank, great value for the amount of shrimp you get. Some of my fish enjoy it, and it will be a long time before I need to buy anymore.

I have bought mine from a pet store, so don't know if is fresher because of sell date. But this stuff is always very fresh and dry.

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Saturday, July 26, 2014

R-Zilla SRZ100011875 Fresh Air Screen Cover with Hinged Door for Pet Cages, 30-1/4 by 12-7/8-Inch,

R-Zilla SRZ100011875 Fresh Air Screen Cover with Hinged Door for Pet Cages, 30-1/4 by 12-7/8-Inch, BlackBought a couple of these for my pet mice cages. Don't know why they don't seem to carry these in any stores in my area. I couldn't do without them. So much better than the covers without the little doors where you have to lift the entire lid to get into the cage! That can be especially hard if you have something in one hand. I am afraid one of my mice will leap out with the entire lid off. Not so much a concern with the trap door. The little trap door makes it so much easier/safer/convenient when I am feeding my mice, or cleaning the cage. When I am done, the trap door can easily be locked securely with one twist.

I highly recommend this item as a lid for covering aquariums.

Purchased this for my iguana tank. Fit perfectly and is snug too. This is a great item for the price. Arrived fast too. Would recommend it.

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I use this on my 29 gal. fish tank. I keep crickets in it. I like the door I can put food and water in without the crickets getting out

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This was the same price as a screen without the door. The door is so extremely useful. I have a water turtle that I have to feed each day and we keep two lamps on top of the screen. It was such a hassle to remove the screen each time and then make sure the filter cord was in place correctly. Now, we just lift the screen and done! Great price, as it was the same as buying without the handy door and shipping was fast. Would recommend to anyone that needs to remove the screen regularly.

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This is a very handy item, turning our 29 gallon fish tank into a gerbil haven. The opening is large enough to get an arm in comfortably while keeping our little critters safe. Very well constructed and shipped quickly.

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Friday, June 27, 2014

ZOO UNDERTANK HEATER MINI

ZOO UNDERTANK HEATER MINIit really heats nice but not too much pefect for pets who dont need sunlight

We use this product for our hatchling cornsnakes, and they are perfect for the task. We do use a thermostat to keep the temperature compatible with their needs, but the pads do a good job providing them with the warmth they need.

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Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Coral Sun Bulb for Aquariums

Zoo Med Coral Sun Actinic 420 Coral Bulb T8 17 Watts, 24-Inchif you own i fixture for these bulbs, then you know they just aren't that bright. so don't expect these to make your hard corals to grow. it's not the bulb, you just need more power, or a t5.

Exactly what i ordered and it came in great condition. It looks so good in my tank. makes everything beautiful blue.

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I have a 120-gallon freshwater aquarium with a few large shubunkins and a mix of artificial and live plants. The aquarium was lit by a pair of 24" 8000k fluorescents in separate 30" hoods, set end-to-end over the length of the 5-foot long tank. I purchased a pair of these ZooMed Coral Sun Actinic bulbs primarily to provide some supplemental lighting for the plants. I installed them in an additional pair of 30" hoods. The addition of the blue light output from the ZooMed bulbs to the existing 8000K fluorescents, really made a difference in the overall color balance. The gravel and plants took on a more natural, less yellowish look and the colors of the fish were also enhanced. So, in addition to helping the plants, the aesthetics were much improved as well. In the evening, I shut down the 8000K bulbs and just leave the actinics on for awhile before turning everything off for the night. The ZooMed actinics provide a cool moonlight effect when used by themselves. Great product and highly recommended for my application.

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The lamp was delivered very quickly and arrived in great condition. Also, it seems to work well and looks great in the aquarium! I would highly recommend this product and seller to others.

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Monday, June 9, 2014

Hydor H2Show Color Mix LED Aquarium Light

Hydor H2Show Color Mix LED Aquarium LightI was hoping for a bright light show that I could have Shining through the bubbles on the back wall of my aquarium, but not so much. It's hard to position with the size and suction cup, but is cool when all other light are off at night and it shines through the tank making shadows of all the fish on the wall

I have a heavily planted tank so I make sure to regulate the day/night cycle. By using a few of these I can still enjoy my aquarium after the lights are out. Using it with the bubble maker is fantastic. I'd buy them from Foster and Grant so you don't get ripped off on the shipping.

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Friday, May 16, 2014

U.P. Aqua Cichlid Stone (small)

U.P. Aqua Cichlid StoneI & my dwarf loachs love these stones! As do my lil oto-catfish! Nice & smooth with a realistic look...I & my aquatic friends are impressed! I am going to order more in the med & LG. Size to give my loachs more room as they grow! Great product! Not just for Cichlids!!!

As stated before, nice for small fish and shrimp. Although price here is less than elsewhere, it is still over priced for what it is. Looks nince though.

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its an excellent item, i just recieved it after my fish outgrew it. that was my fault because i didnt know what size to expect by the sizing on the site.

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These are great! I have the other two sizes and I just placed an order for this one as well and I do see myself buying more in the future for my kuhliis. I highly recommend the U.P. Aqua cichlid stones. They are a beautiful, functional piece for the aquarium and even more so when stacked together! Your fish will love their new houses and so will you!

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Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Marina Fine Nylon Fish Net

Marina 3-Inch Blue Fine Nylon Net with 10-Inch HandleThis net works fantastic for my 2.5 Gallon Fish Bowl. I'm able to slowly get my quick Betta inside and transfer him out to clean the bowl.

The net is great quality and sturdy so you don't have to worry it breaking. This is a small net so it's best fit for small tanks, for me I have a fish bowl so this is perfect!

Pretty much does the job for me.

I was looking for something to clean the silt out of the bottom of my artificial fish pond. I needed a net with a very fine mesh and a relatively sturdy handle. This is just about perfect. It doesn't catch the finest particles when they've been stirred up, but it does grab them when they're piled at the bottom of the pond. I wish the handle were a little longer, but it's pretty sturdy at least. I'm thrilled I found this net for so cheap; I thought I was going to have to drop ten bucks or more for something that I would then have to modify to work properly.

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Great product & price. Able to save time chasing around our aquarium fish. Good material & craftsmanship, satisfied with product.

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Worth the price. A lot cheaper price then others. No reason to pay more. Just buy this one and you'll be happy.

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it is a net. it works. it has not broken with use over the last several weeks. The metal is strong enough to minimize bending while going after the 'fast' fish.

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Romp! Funny Farms Catnip Cat Toy

Romp! Funny Farms Crow's Feet Catnip Cat ToyThis is the third one of these we have purchased. Not sure if it is the feathers, the "stringy" legs, or the catnip in the toy, but this is one of her favs. We can no longer find these in any pet shop Amazon seems to be the only source. Definitely worth checking out!

My cats absolutely go nuts for this toy!! I keep extras put away after they thrash one which takes awhile! Very fun for them!

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What a wonderful and highly quality product!! My little Baby J loves to play with this toy all the time! We have had it about a month and it still is holding up very well!! Thank you for such a great product!!!

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This little toy is cute and my cat loves playing with it. The little chicken lost one wing (feather) immediately. Otherwise, it seems to be holding up pretty well. My main complaint is that when I searched for "made in USA" this came up in the list and although I looked all over, I could not see anything saying exactly where it was made. Of course, when I received it, it was made China. I would not have purchased it if I had known for sure where it was made.

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First off, I have to say that this whole line of toys is some of the cutest

I have seen in ages! Both the cat and the dog lines will bring a smile to your face!

For this particular toy, the Turkey Trot, it makes you smile right away.

I am a sucker for that crazy eye look on cartoon or toy characters.

(Think Ed from Lion King!)

We thought this would be a sure-fire hit because this is not only a toy on a stick

(what cat doesn't love it when their humans dangle stuff from sticks for them to swat

at?), but it has feather wings. (We have a few other stick-style toys, so this is an

additional one.)

True to form, our feather-holic cat liked this toy for a while, and tried to de-wing it the first night.

Our usual stick-toy fanatic wasn't so impressed. We had to drag the toy across her back a

few times for her to even give it a second look. She finally made a few feeble pokes at it.

Not what I had hoped for!

So, we left it on the floor for them to sniff thoroughly, so they'd know what they were dealing

with we thought maybe it was just that it was not familiar. It's been a few days now, and the

general thoughts are "Eh" from both cats. We can force one to swat at it just by annoying her

to pieces with it, but then she walks away. I am going to try to leave the turkey in some catnip

for a few days and see if that helps. There was no scent at all to the toy, so although it says

there is catnip in it, it is either a miniscule amount or it is just very old.

On the plus side, it looks well-made, and it really does have a "cute" factor for the humans.

Sunday, December 15, 2013

Fluval Chi Cover

Fluval Chi CoverAfter losing several fish to jumping escapes, I was glad to see this product become available. It's a little expensive for a notched piece of plastic that, in my opinion, should've been included with the original tank. That said, it works perfectly and has the added bonus of minimizing splash marks around the outside of the tank and on the desk where I've placed my tank. The cover has pegs in the lower side to keep it in place and the top surface is beveled to encourage splashes from the bubbler to flow back into the tank. It seems to cut down on evaporation as well. I'm happy with my purchase.

I never had a problem with having a fish that attempted to jump out of the tank... but decided to purchase this lid just as a precautionary measure. For $10, I think the price is kind of on the steep side... but it fits on top of the tank perfectly. I wonder why fluval wont include this lid as part of the package? :/

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I love my Fluval Chi but as with other Chi owners, my biggest problem with the design is the large amount of water evaporation and of course, suicidal fish jumpers. The cover does help with the fish issue, and since I've installed the cover, I haven't found a fish or ghost shrimp outside the tank. Unfortunately the evaporation is just as rampant as before the cover. I'm sure the cover does help a bit, but it's not really noticeable. What I do notice however, is the fact that these covers get "gunky" really quickly. Water drops will dry on the top, hanging droplets will leave marks on the underside, etc. While the covers are really easy to clean with just a little water and elbow grease, it is a weekly chore if you want to keep them looking nice.

That being said, while I've seen the Chi drop in price as low as the five to six dollar mark (but as high as sixteen!), it still seems pretty overpriced for what it is. If you can get your hands on some cheap polycarbonate or acrylic, it should work just as well if you don't mind a little DIY.

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I had some fish that *loved* jumping out of the tank and dying (loaches). That, plus the crabs and snail adventures, prompted me to get this cover. It's really nice, but the only drawback it had no spot for the heater I had installed. That was easily fixed by cutting a small opening with my dremel, though ;)

Bonus: No more roommates shouting, "DAVE THERE IS A CRAB IN THE HALLWAY" at 7 am.

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First off, the lid itself is cheap and flimsy. one of the pegs to hold the lid in place broke off rather easily.

And lastly this lid has not prevented 2 Betta fish from jumping to their deaths. It leaves large gaps and does not work.

Saturday, December 7, 2013

Coralife 05630 Actinic 03 T-5 Fluorescent Lamp, 24-Inch

Coralife 05630 Actinic 03 T-5 Fluorescent Lamp, 24-InchI have had the light over the aquarium for years before one of the bulbs burned out. I couldn't find any replacement bulbs at any of the nearby stores. I'm so happy to have found this one.

Sunday, October 20, 2013

Marina Style Aquarium Kit

Marina Style 5 Glass Aquarium Kit - 5 GallonsI bought this as an upgrade for my betta fish. I've had a 1.5 gallon for a while, but wanted something a bit bigger.

Pro:

-This unit has a nice foot print. It doesn't take up a ridiculous amount of counterspace.

-The filter is very impressive compared to other tanks I've seen. The flow is adjustable, from very gentle to rather aggressive.

-The filter is also rather quiet. Unlike my other tank, this one doesn't need an overly aggressive airrated to vibrate and make all kinds of noise.

-The lid and glass both seem to be of high quality. The opening section of the lid is sturdy and there are no scratches or bubbles in the glass.

Con:

-I'm not a huge fan of the light. This one comes with incandescent lighting, but I prefer my last tank's LED.

-The filter is a universal model. It has the ability to attach to far larger tanks, so it sits on there kind of awkwardly. I used a small piece of cardboard folded over (the box the bulb came in) on the outside of the tank to make it a little bit more stable. I don't see it at all and it works better than the space included.

Overall this is a great tank for a small room, like a dorm or kids room. If you have the space I would recommend something bigger, but for the right task this is a perfect kit.

My girlfriend and I are both new to taking car of fish (we have a single small gold fish). This tank was a decent price and seems to be working just fine. It has no leaks, and is perfect for us since it comes with instructions on how to take care of the fish. The filters are really easy to change and the fish has a lot of space to swim around in. The primary thing I was worried about was the filter's suction, but it seems to be very gentle so the fish does not get caught in it.

Update: It has been a over a year and still no issues with leaks, or the pump. The only very minor annoyance is that sometimes the lid to the filter changer vibrates. But it is easy to solve. Other than that no complaints about this tank. It is also very nice that the replacement filters are relatively cheap on amazon.

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I got this tank to replace a 5 gallon tank. (Never buy a "plastic" tank) The glass aquarium came with everything I needed. Add gravel, decorations, water and fish and your done. Couldn't be easier. Great for kids and adults whom don't what a spend a lot of money and time just to have some fish to watch.

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Mine has now been set up for about three months. It's been a great way to get into the hobbyeverything that it comes with is good quality and works great. My fish like the food, the LCD thermometer is great, and the tank looks pretty decent. I have one betta, four cardinal tetra, two nerite snails, and about 10 live plants in mine and the filter keeps up just fine (I just do water changes once a month). Depending on the fish you choose, you may need a thermometer, but they are available cheap. Ask your fish store when you buy your fish.

The only weak point is the light. Incandescent bulbs are obsolete, produce a bad color light, and run hot and waste electricity.

**Here's my tip: buy a low wattage compact fluorescent bulb--available from Amazon, big box stores, home improvement stores, even grocery stores--and pop it in. Look for 10 or 13 watts, and make sure the color temperature is "daylight" (6700K)and not "soft white" (2700K or similar). It makes a world of difference. Here's a great option, just add it to your cart: GE Lighting 89082 Energy Smart 10-Watt Daylight Spiral Compact Fluorescent Bulb

A $5 CFL bulb will bring this kit into the 21st century and you'll be amazed how good the tank and its inhabitants will look! Plus, plants love the extra light.

Summary: buy this kit and then replace the bulb immediately. Then just enjoy.

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this is great starter kit with almost everything i was looking for with a killer price. I still needed to buy a heater and extra filters and i got another temp gauge.

Monday, October 14, 2013

Exotic Environments Lighthouse Ruin Aquarium Ornament, 6-1/2-Inch by 6-Inch by 9-Inch

Exotic Environments Lighthouse Ruin Aquarium Ornament, 6-1/2-Inch by 6-Inch by 9-InchThis looks great inside my tank. The fish love swimming inside and all around the lighthouse. I am very pleased with the way it looks inside the tank.

I was extremely pleased with this product. It provides a lot of different sized openings for fish of any size to enter and hide. I have a 46 gallon bow front tank, and the size fits perfectly, allowing for room to put plants and other decorations. If you've got a smaller tank, obviously you'd be limited with how many decorations you'd be able to use in conjunction with this item.

Overall, a good purchase for the cost.

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Thursday, August 8, 2013

Tetra Betta Bubble Betta Bowl with LED Light for Aquariums

Tetra Betta Bubble Betta Bowl with LED Light for AquariumsThis is a great little bowl for my Betta. My cats do not try to stick their paws into this Biel like they did on the first one I purchased so I now have a happy fish!

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Monday, July 22, 2013

Aussie Aquariums Wall Mounted Aquarium - Skyline Black

Aussie Aquariums Wall Mounted Aquarium - Skyline Black*I am in discussions with the seller. So far they are being helpful and seem genuine about their desire to work this out to where I'm happy with what I've got, which is very much appreciated. I'll keep this updated regarding the result.*

I have rated very few things, but I felt people deserved to know more about this product.

I did a lot of comparison shopping and research, this being my first "real" fish tank. Given the small amount of technical data presented, I was comparing this against other 10-15 gallon tanks based on the 35x5x16 measurements. Here are the problems I've had with it.

* It's NOT the black I ordered, but blue. I thought maybe it was just me, or the light, but no, it's very clearly blue. Blue is not even LISTED as a color option.

*There are no measurements that equal 35X16x5. That would equal (2,800 c/inches), 12 gallons if it were full. The INSIDE tank measurements are 31.375x12.25x3.125. This is only 1,201 c/inches, a mere FIVE gallons!!! The total outside the wide frame measurements are 35.5x17.5x4.375, but this is MUCH bigger than the actual tank.

Unfortunately, this showed up (well packaged and quickly) the day before my daughter's birthday so we were in a hurry to get it up and running and didn't realize the problems until it was already mounted. Some other things to note, but aren't necessarily "problems."

The light is an unshielded under cabinet light. It will shine as much light up the wall as into the tank. It is not compatible with full spectrum lights if you wish to have live plants.

There is no "lid" per say, just a piece of glass that rests on top that you have to set aside when accessing tank. Haven't broken it yet, but I'm guessing it's just a matter of time.

With only a 3 1/8 interior depth, it is VERY narrow, most rocks/decor won't fit inside. There are large blind spots on the side hidden by the frame where fish/animals like to hide.

No heater is included. The filter seems OK but is a bit loud. The vacuum is easy to use and helpful. Kids could have easy access to all lighted on/off switches on the bottom. The metal face scratches and dents fairly easily. The instruction manual is generic for many tanks and is a bit vague on details.

Over all, if you want a small tank to hold no more than 5 total inches of fish, it's not bad. However it is NOT worth the $700+ "compare at price" in my opinion and it is NOT necessarily the size or color shown. Beware!

Aussie Aquariums Wall Mounted Aquarium is very classy. I received mine broke and received a partial refund. I fixed it and had to pay almost a hundreds bucks. Still worth it.

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