Become a credit card member today!biOrb CLASSIC 30 Silver Aquarium with Standard Light, 8 Gallon
Description
The biOrb CLASSIC 30 aquarium has a minimalist design that's size is ideal for tabletop display. This 8-gallon (30 L) acrylic aquarium is inspired by the simple beauty of a classic fishbowl, a 360-degree view so you can admire all aspects of your biOrb. This biOrb CLASSIC has a bold silver lid and base that create a stylish, finished look to this unique aquarium. The aquarium comes with everything you need to start your new hobby, including an acrylic tank, low-voltage air pump, white LED lighting, filtration, and instructions; just add biOrb decorations! The aquarium is backed by a 2-year warranty.
- - THE PERFECT AQUARIUM FOR SMALL SPACES - The CLASSIC aquarium's design is inspired by the simple beauty of a classic fishbowl, a 360-degree view so you can admire all aspects of your biOrb. The 8-gallon (30 L) tank's size is ideal for tabletop display
- - DURABLE CONSTRUCTION - biOrb aquariums are made from acrylic, which is 10 times stronger, 50% lighter, and 23% clearer than ordinary glass aquariums. Acrylic is also a good insulator, so you don't lose as much heat as you would with a glass aquarium
- - 5-STAGE FILTRATION SYSTEM IS EASY TO MAINTAIN - All biOrb aquariums have a true 5-stage filtration system including biological, mechanical, chemical, water stabilization and oxygenation that keeps it clean. The filter is conveniently located at the bottom of the aquarium, and the ceramic media surrounding it promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria
- - LONG-LASTING LED LIGHT - The standard white LED lighting will give your biOrb a shimmering ambiance. The lighting has an easy on and off switch
- - EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO GET STARTED, JUST ADD DECOR - Includes a 8-gallon (30 L) acrylic aquarium, white LED lighting, a new quiet air pump, a low-voltage 12V transformer, filter, air stone, ceramic media, starter water treatments, and instructions. Just add decorations! Also includes a 2-year warranty
- - Easy Maintenance - Depending on your choice of fish species, you may only need around 15 minutes of maintenance per month with our biOrb Service Kit (sold separately)
- - Included with each biOrb aquarium: Aquarium, air pump, LED lighting, transformer, water treatments, air stone, filter cartridge, ceramic media, and Instruction manual
Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.
Specifications
| SKU | 3599813 |
|---|---|
| Primary Brand | biOrb |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
| Weight | 7.97 LBS |
| Primary Color | Silver |
|---|---|
| Personalized Item flag | No |
| Volume | 8 GAL |
|---|---|
| Length | 16.22 IN |
| Height | 17.13 IN |
| Width | 16.22 IN |
2 Years.
To maintain your biOrb, change a third of the water every two weeks, replace the filter cartridge every four to six weeks, and replace the air stone every three months. Depending on your choice of fish, you may only need around 15 minutes of maintenance per month.
Description
The biOrb CLASSIC 30 aquarium has a minimalist design that's size is ideal for tabletop display. This 8-gallon (30 L) acrylic aquarium is inspired by the simple beauty of a classic fishbowl, a 360-degree view so you can admire all aspects of your biOrb. This biOrb CLASSIC has a bold silver lid and base that create a stylish, finished look to this unique aquarium. The aquarium comes with everything you need to start your new hobby, including an acrylic tank, low-voltage air pump, white LED lighting, filtration, and instructions; just add biOrb decorations! The aquarium is backed by a 2-year warranty.
- - THE PERFECT AQUARIUM FOR SMALL SPACES - The CLASSIC aquarium's design is inspired by the simple beauty of a classic fishbowl, a 360-degree view so you can admire all aspects of your biOrb. The 8-gallon (30 L) tank's size is ideal for tabletop display
- - DURABLE CONSTRUCTION - biOrb aquariums are made from acrylic, which is 10 times stronger, 50% lighter, and 23% clearer than ordinary glass aquariums. Acrylic is also a good insulator, so you don't lose as much heat as you would with a glass aquarium
- - 5-STAGE FILTRATION SYSTEM IS EASY TO MAINTAIN - All biOrb aquariums have a true 5-stage filtration system including biological, mechanical, chemical, water stabilization and oxygenation that keeps it clean. The filter is conveniently located at the bottom of the aquarium, and the ceramic media surrounding it promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria
- - LONG-LASTING LED LIGHT - The standard white LED lighting will give your biOrb a shimmering ambiance. The lighting has an easy on and off switch
- - EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO GET STARTED, JUST ADD DECOR - Includes a 8-gallon (30 L) acrylic aquarium, white LED lighting, a new quiet air pump, a low-voltage 12V transformer, filter, air stone, ceramic media, starter water treatments, and instructions. Just add decorations! Also includes a 2-year warranty
- - Easy Maintenance - Depending on your choice of fish species, you may only need around 15 minutes of maintenance per month with our biOrb Service Kit (sold separately)
- - Included with each biOrb aquarium: Aquarium, air pump, LED lighting, transformer, water treatments, air stone, filter cartridge, ceramic media, and Instruction manual
Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.
Specifications
| SKU | 3599813 |
|---|---|
| Primary Brand | biOrb |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
| Weight | 7.97 LBS |
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MaryF425
16 years ago
Larger than it appears both in width and height, but still a perfect size and sh...
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Not suitable for goldfish, actually
gryfonclaw
15 years ago
16 gallons is a pretty decent size for a tropical aquarium; you can put in a sma...
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Great aquarium
Originally posted on Kaplan Early Learning Company
Perfect!
Yes, I recommend this product.
Beautiful aquarium but not as advertised
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BiOrb 8 Gallon Aquarium
Originally posted on Kaplan Early Learning Company
Perfect for my toddler
Yes, I recommend this product.
FABULOUS
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Not suitable for goldfish, actually
Yes, I recommend this product.
Nice...but not as easy as I'd thought.
Yes, I recommend this product.
Questions
What are the dimensions of the base (not the tank itself)?
- Hello. We thank you for your inquiry. This model has a base diameter of 9.25". We hope this helps. Your biOrb Specialist, Mary
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Hi how many betta fish can fit in this tank?
- The number of bettas that can be kept together in the same aquarium depends on the gender of the betta. Only one male can be kept in an aquarium, as males will fight with one another (hence their common name, Siamese fighting fish). In the wild, one would retreat. But that isn't possible in an aquarium; fighting continues, to the death of one or both.
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Does the biOrb have a heater? I've seen pics of them with Beta's and other fish that I think need water in the 70-80's. I don't see a heater listed with the other itmes.
- The biOrb does not come with a heater. A heater will need to be purchased separately. We recommend the biOrb Heater Pack for all of the biOrb aquariums. The biOrb Heater Pack comes with a 50 watt glass heater, acrylic stand, thermometer, and set of instructions. We hope this helps! Best Regards, Your biOrb Aquatic Specialist, Jennifer.
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Is this tank suitable for Betta Fish?
- I have already bought AND LOVE the 8 gallon bioOrb. I have a very happy male Betta fish and lots of real plants in it and everyone is quite happy and healthy! I don't believe in plastic plants or decorations in my tanks but that is just the way I like it. I will soon get the 16 gallon one. I would really like the largest one but at almost $400 I don't think so...
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Would this tank support live plants?
- I can answer that!!!! YES YES YES
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can the bio orb tank be used for salt water does that require a different filter or something ?
- I have an 8 gallon. with live rock and saltwater. No trouble with mine as long as you don't over stock, Seriously like maybe a shrimp and a small clown fish. and keep the water clean. Use buffer. etc. Adding live rock helps quite a bit.
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what is the cleaning process for this tank? How often? thank you
- I would recommend the Maintaining this tank like any other small aquarium. You'll want to do weekly water changes of maybe 10% or bi-weekly of 20 to 25% of total water volume. Don't use tap water that has been "Classicly Rested" unless you know for sure that your Water Municipality doesn't use Chloramine, Regular chlorine will evaporate but Chloramine doesn't work that way. It still needs to be neutralized with a quality water conditioner. You can use a small water vacuum to suck up the gunk that builds up in the substrate when you are doing your water changes. Use a gentle scruber made for acrylic tanks to wipe off any algae that may form on the inside of the bowl before you do the water change so a lot of the floating algae you scrub off can be removed by your water change as well. Other than that I wouldn't recommend any other "Cleaning" methods. It's a fish tank, not a countertop. You are not going to want to disinfect it or use any kind of chemicals around it as you could hurt the living inhabitants. It looks like this tank uses an under gravel filtration system. Now and then if you don't see any movement through the gravel - you may want to take the inhabitants out of the tank and put them in another container like a clean bucket (that hasn't been used with any chemicals) You can then take everything out of the tank and wash the gravel with tank water. Don't use normal tap water to wash the gravel as you'll kill all the beneficial bacteria that builds up in the gravel. This can cause a spike in ammonia or nitrites or other unpleasant things to happen. If your being careful with your water changes and vacuming the gravel each time you change the water you may never have to do this.
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