Can you keep catfish in a Biorb?

Do not keep ‘bottom feeding’ fish, such as a common pleco, loach or catfish in Biorb Aquariums. The ceramic media used for biological filtration in Biorb aquariums is unsuitable for them. Many of these species also grow very large.

How big is a 15l fish tank?

Volume: 15 Litres (3¼ Gallons)

Are Biorb fish tanks any good?

Biorb aquariums are great, however, they do have limitations like any fish tank. If you want an extravagant aquarium setup with dozens of fish, the biorb probably isn’t right for you. Don’t try to put too many fish in your biorb, fish need space, a rough rule of fish keeping is one inch of fish per gallon of water.

Can Guppies live in a Biorb?

Heat it up. There are lots of small, tropical fish that could be kept in a BiOrb if a heater was added. Heat the water to a constant 24C and you could opt for Neon tetras, six of, Guppies, five of and some small algae-eating catfish like Otocinclus.

What are the best fish to keep in 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.

How many Neons are in a 60l tank?

Using an old formula of 12” of fish for every square foot of surface area, an Aqua Tropic 60 comes out with a carrying capacity of approximately 24” or 60cm of fish length.

How many guppies can you have in a biOrb?

However, you might be wondering what the Biorb 30 fish capacity is….How Many Fish Can You House in a 30 L Biorb?

Why does my BiOrb keep going green?

Green water is caused by algae. Algae needs sunglight and nutrients in order to grow. Too much daylight, especially during the summer months when the days are longer and warmer, will cause algae to thrive. Excess nutrients win the water, from overfeeding for example, will also cause algae problems.

How long do BiOrb filters last?

The filter cartridge in your biOrb should be changed every 4-8 weeks*. A new cartridge is supplied in the Service Kit as well as a special cleaning pad for removing dirt and algae from the inside surface of the biOrb and water preparation treatments for carrying out a partial water change.

What kind of aquarium does biorb flow 15 use?

It uses the proven biOrb filtration system and also has a built-in LED light. The biOrb FLOW 15 is ideal for keeping small fish or shrimp and is compact enough to place on your desk or in a small space. Most aquariums use small box filters and/or smooth gravel which easily clog with dirt.

What kind of light does a biorb pump use?

Four different time cycles can be set for light change. Energy-efficient, standard LED lighting, classic switch-on/switch-off and robust. The pump for water circulation runs with low voltage and is compatible with the biOrb transformer. Suitable for all biOrb aquariums.

How big is a 15 litre biorb tank?

And their tiny size makes them perfectly suited for small tanks like the 15 litre BiOrb. The 30 litre model was the original BiOrb size when it was invented by Reef One. At 15”/37.5cm diameter it is only 3”/7.5cm wider than the 15, but holds twice the volume at 30 litres capacity.

Where is the LED light on the biorb flow aquarium?

Built-in LED light: Low voltage, sealed LED light fits securely and seamlessly at top of aquarium. Easy Feeding Access: Feed hole conveniently located at top of aquarium within the light unit. 4 Gallon Acrylic Aquarium. biOrb 12V Transformer. biOrb Air Pump. Airstone. Ceramic Media 1 pound / 450 grams. Filter cartridge. Water Conditioner 5 ml.