Can you use a biOrb for marine fish?
If your biOrb is not tropical you will need to add a heater; either a biOrb Heater Pack or biOrb Intelligent Heater. Marine fish-keeping is more technical than freshwater, we would not recommend embarking on a marine set up if you have little or no fish keeping experience. The Kit Includes: 4 x Artificial Live Rock.
How many fish can you have in a 30L biOrb?
With a mature tank, good water quality and regular maintenance you could keep a community of 20 tiny nano fish in a 30 litre BiOrb, or 15 fish the size of a Zebra danio.
What fish can I put in my 30L biOrb?
Best Fish For 30L Biorb Fish Tank
- Tetra Fish. Image Credit: InsectWorld, Shutterstock.
- Betta Fish. Credit: panpilai paipa, Shutterstock.
- Dwarf Gourami. Image credit: Corneliu LEU, Shutterstock.
- Guppies. Image Credit: Pavaphon Supanantananont, Shutterstock,
- Pygmy Corydoras. Image Credit: Kasama Kanpittaya, Shutterstock.
Can you put normal gravel in a biOrb?
Reef-One advises against putting gravel, sand or small stones in the biOrb. Gravel is likely to reduce filtration and may become lodged in the filter cartridge casing. However, if you do use other gravel of ceramic media in your biorb or biube, make sure it is big enough not to get stuck in the bottom of the aquarium.
Are Biorbs any good?
The biOrb is a beautiful tank and the lighting makes it look fantastic, especially at night. However, if your interest is in keeping several fish happy and clean, I would not recommend this tank. It’s a great decorative aquarium for one or two fish, but any more than that, you’ll be taxing the anemic filtration system.
Can you put tropical fish in a BiOrb?
Some fish require water that is warmer than the ambient air temperature. The BiOrb Tropical Heater Kit transforms the BiOrb into a perfect habitat for tropical fish, allowing a wider choice of colorful fish.
How many shrimp can you have in a 30L tank?
Ideally, you should only add 5 shrimp per gallon of water. However, depending on the type of aquarium you have, the number can vary. If you feel like your tank is overpopulated, you can always use the methods mentioned above to deal with the problem.
How often should you change the water in a BiOrb?
BiOrb (30L / 8 Gallon): Replace Filter every 6 weeks; Change Water (30%) every 3 weeks. BiOrb (60L / 16 Gallon): Replace Filter every 4 weeks; Change Water (30%) every 4 weeks.
Why is my BiOrb going green?
If large areas of algae grow or the water goes very green very quickly, this indicates that there is a problem with the water that’s causing the excess growth. Algae needs sunglight and nutrients in order to grow.
Are BiOrbs noisy?
Why is my BiOrb pump noisy? Sound from the pump is normally brought on by vibration against the surface it is on. Place the pump on a softer surface area like a mouse mat or hang the inflate. See to it the airline company is pressed into the air pump regarding it will go.
Are BiOrb tanks worth the money?
Overall, this aquarium looks absolutely fantastic. It is the perfect size for our small living room and more than manageable for those starting out with fish. If you are feeling a bit more adventurous you can simply buy the heating system for biOrb so you can have tropical fish instead.
What’s the best fish for a BiOrb?
A quick list of some suitable fish for BiOrbs include: Tetras, Minnows, Barbs, Danios, Cory Catfish, and Kilifish. When selecting fish, make sure to choose them from clean aquariums with no dead or dying fish. Inspect the fish to ensure they’re free of wounds, blemishes or spots.