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Sep
22
2011

The Advantages of the Biorb Fish Bowl

The Biorb fish bowl, created by Reef One in 1998, has fast become a sensation. Finally, something unique and different in fish aquariums has arrived and would-be fish owners have responded. The Biorb bowl has many advantages. First of all, the bowl was designed for beauty. The original, shaped like a Christmas ball ornament, is [...]

Sep
13
2011

Cleaning a Biorb Fish Tank

Reef One, the inventor of the Biorb fish tank, manufactures a service kit specifically for the maintenance of the unique Biorb fish bowl. While the bowl is partially self-cleaning, it still needs filter changes and water treatment like other aquariums. The service kit comes with a replacement filter cartridge (the original filter is purchased with [...]

Sep
8
2011

Biorb Accessories

Biorb fish bowls are special bowls that are usually round shaped or rectangular with rounded edges. Mostly enclosed, except for a small lid on top, the Biorb fish bowl helps clean itself with a clear tube inside the bowl that continually moves the water, helping to filter it naturally. However, the Biorb bowl cannot fully [...]

Aug
28
2011

Ten Popular Saltwater Fish

1)    Seahorses may not be the same as other fish, but that is what makes them so popular. Seahorses are one of the most desired and most enjoyed types of saltwater fish, because they are unique and fun to watch. 2)    Surgeons are called that because their tail spines are “scalpel-sharp.” These tail spines are [...]

Aug
22
2011

Ten Popular Freshwater Fish

1)    Beta fish stem from Southeast Asia and are one of the most popular freshwater fish, because the males have beautiful and colorful fins. 2)    Tetras come in neon colors and are probably the most popular freshwater fish. They are easy to care for and get along well with other fish. 3)    Angelfish are enjoyed [...]

Aug
17
2011

Salt Water vs. Fresh Water Fish

Deciding whether to purchase a saltwater aquarium or a freshwater aquarium has a lot to do with how you feel about the fish. The fish from the ocean are generally more exotic and beautiful, but also much more expensive, than freshwater fish. They also have other differences that can help with the decision between the [...]

Aug
11
2011

Salt Water vs. Fresh Water Fish Tanks; Cost and Maintenance

Fish aquariums are a great addition to any home or office. They provide a feeling of peace and tranquility that studies indicate can benefit emotional well-being and even cardiovascular health. For example, small fish tanks with goldfish, which were placed in rest homes, helped increase the appetite of poor eaters and improve the morale of [...]

Aug
5
2011

Controlling Algae in Your Fish Tank

It can be so frustrating. You’ve just cleaned the tank a few days ago, and you already see brown spots forming in the tank. Algae, or diatoms, are the “grass of the sea,” because like natural grasses on land, algae grow readily anywhere and everywhere they can find a spot. Algae can harm the fish [...]

Aug
3
2011

Caring for Saltwater Fish

Saltwater fish can do well in either a glass or acrylic tank. However, acrylic fish tanks are available in more shapes and sizes and also better insulate the fish. It allows more light and is clearer than glass aquariums are. A major drawback is that acrylic fish tanks are often two to three times more [...]

Jul
27
2011

Fish Tank Styles

So you’re looking to buy a biorb fish tank, but you don’t know what kind you would like. Well, a lot depends on your budget and the space you have available for the tank. Also, you have to consider cleaning and maintenance time and expense, which varies based on the size, shape, and design of the [...]