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   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 8:32a

Picked up 2 of these last night. This is a very hot deal. They are on clearance for $19.97 each. Its the All Glass (acrylic) 5 gallon tank with filter, light, hood. The same exact item is selling everywhere else fo $39.99. I saw it at PETsMART in their store on an endcap for $44.99.

Get em from your local Costco while they still have em. The one by me in Illinois, had about 15 left.


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 8:36a

Is this it?

gultig


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 8:38a

Yes! That is exactly it. My Costco only had purple, orange, and the new green color last night.


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 8:42a

Thanks, my daughter has turned 2 and will really enjoy getting to look at fishies..he he


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 8:47a

where at in the store did you find them ?


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 8:47a

Its the perfect size for a Beta fish, a goldfish or two, or anything that doesn't have sophisticated needs. Note: there is no heater so if you want one you will have to buy a small one and add it.


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 8:49a

My store is in Bloomingdale IL. And as always - YOU MUST be a Costco member to buy from them.
They were in the far back corner, as far from the door that you can get. On a pallet, by the paper towels.


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 8:49a

Bozo - I'm on the same page as you. My oldest daughter just turned 3 and would love this. She loves fishies, especially NEMO .... nice deal, gotta head out to Costco again.


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 8:51a

Fantastic deal. I was in the market for one of these, to put under my kitchen counter because of my cats (they used to sit on top of my other tank).


Which is better this one or the eclipse six? Also is the eclipse six actually 6 gallons, because I looked on Petco.com and they have it for $55 (minus 30%). No heater in that one either. Also, do you know if there is a slot in either of these for a heater?


Arrggg, I seriously miss my 55 gallon tank and oscar.


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 8:52a

1yardaway said:

<< Bozo - I'm on the same page as you. My oldest daughter just turned 3 and would love this. She loves fishies, especially NEMO .... nice deal, gotta head out to Costco again. >>


Just remember this is not for fish that need heat. Just for goldfish and betas.


Also, are they incandescent or flourescent (sp.)?


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 8:53a

There is a nice hood - with a flip up lid for feeding in the front, and a precut opening in the hood for the Whisper filter (included) so a heater cord could easily fit. There is a little more info on their site. Link to All Glass site

Light is incandescent - 15 watts


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 9:22a



<< Just remember this is not for fish that need heat. Just for goldfish and betas. >>

Just buy a submersible heater and you only need clearance for the cord. Plus, you can hide it behind some plants.

I'll be checking my local Costco today!

BigIsland


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 9:30a

Anyone find this deal alive in CA?


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 9:49a

I've had a Mini Bow 7 and Eclipse 6. Both are good tanks. The Mini is glass, so it won't scratch. Eclipse is acrylic, so it won't break or leak. Eclipse also has a better filter and better lighting.

Folks, whatever you decide to keep, please try to be educated about your aquatic pet. Many fish die needlessly because of negligence or ignorance. If you are new to this, stay with fresh water fish and choose hardy fish. Using clean filtered water, lightly stocking the tank, and lightly feeding the fish are the three key ingredients of successful (and thus enjoyable) fish keeping.


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 9:53a

And a good rule of thumb - 1 inch of fish for every gallon of water. So if you have a 2" goldfish - you will need 2 gallons of water, just for that 1 fish.


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 10:04a

Is the filter in-tank or hang-on? I checked the All Glass site, but the description did not specify. Thanks.


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 10:05a

Ya, fishkeeping is very good for educate purpose. It teachs you/kids about taking responsbility of living animal and patient. For newbie, stay out of saltwater fish(NEMO... Best start with easy fish like guppy/beta..etc. and make sure you cycle the tank about 6 weeks before you put any fish in it.


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 10:05a

5 gallons won't hold a goldfish....not a full grown one at any rate.

Problably want to do a coldwater setup with a few mountain minnows or danios instead. Or add a heater and have small tetras (neon, etc.)

A marine setup might be very interesting, though in a tank this small, maintenance is going to be a nightmare.


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 10:13a

I don't wanna sound like a vegetarian defending cows but don't you feel that this tank is like a prison to fish? C’mon now, even Sadam's cage was bigger than that, proportionally!


   posted: Feb. 18, 2004 @ 10:14a

Thanks OP! Will definitely check out local costco.

Some of my bettas didn't make it this winter because I believe it's too cold. I noticed they were less active. When I place them in a heated tank, they were active again. But unfortunately, some didn't make it. I can always use more tanks. Wife seems to differ. Anyways, I got 4 fowerhorns now, if you don't know what these are, check them out! They are very beautiful fishes, agressive though.


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