Is the biOrb good for fish?
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.
What fish do well in 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.
How often should I change water in 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.
How many fish can I put in my 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.
Can you use 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.
How often should I clean my biOrb fish tank?
You should clean your biorb every couple of weeks, or more frequently if you notice your water is dirty or water levels are unhealthy. If the biorb filter sponge gets dirty before a change is due it can be washed.
Can you put real plants in a biOrb?
There are several benefits to growing real plants in the aquarium. Plants feed off nitrate and phosphate, helping to keep levels low and algae at bay. They also provide hiding places for fish, add interest to their environment and a tasty snack for some fish.
Can I put sand in my biOrb?
Place some of the treated water into the tank, just above the bottom, so you can still place your decorations. Pour in the bottom decoration you have chosen, like stones or pebbles. But gravel and sand are not appropriate for the bottom filter, in a Biorb or Biube, as they could clog it.
Can you put real plants in a BiOrb?
Do you need ceramic media in BiOrb?
Partially replacing or adding more ceramic media to your BiOrb can help to keep the water clearer. The ceramic media in your BiOrb forms the main part of filtration and is important in keeping the water clear and healthy.
How long before I can put fish in my BiOrb?
24 hours
Wait 24 hours after setting up your biOrb to add fish.
Don’t be tempted to add too many fish too quickly. Remember that when you add a fish to an aquarium, the aquarium’s bacteria start to multiply to catch up with the waste they produce. Adding fish too quickly will cause high ammonia levels, poisoning the fish.
Can I put real plants in BiOrb?
Can you put normal gravel in a biOrb?
Do you need ceramic media in biOrb?
How long does a BiOrb take to cycle?
about 28 days
This process is called the ‘cycle’ and will take about 28 days for one small goldfish. This is potentially a risky time for the fish and the level of ammonia should be minimised by introducing a small fish and not feeding too much. Even so, some fish may not cope with life in very new aquariums.
Can you put normal pebbles in a Biorb?
What do you put in the bottom of a Biorb?
Pour in the bottom decoration you have chosen, like stones or pebbles. But gravel and sand are not appropriate for the bottom filter, in a Biorb or Biube, as they could clog it. Now you can place your decorations and finish pouring in the water.
What do you put in the bottom of a biOrb?
How do I know when my aquarium is ready for fish?
When Is My Tank Ready for Fish? Your tank is ready to add fish when your ammonia tests are quickly dropping over the course of a day, and your nitrite level has risen and subsequently dropped back to 0ppm. Once you reach this point, you are ready to add your first fish.
Do I need to cycle my tank before adding live plants?
Overall, it is not necessary to cycle your tank before adding live plants in your tank. You can add hardy aquarium plants in your tank before cycling the tank. However, you should avoid putting delicate aquarium plants before your aquarium is cycled.
How often should I clean my Biorb fish tank?
Can I put real plants in Biorb?
Are BiOrb tanks 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.
What do you put in the bottom of a BiOrb?