Comments on: Biorb 16 Gallon Review

By: k sheehan

k sheehan — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 15:19:23 +0000

I have a bio orb 30 and have changed the filter etc many times but the new one I bought last week just doesn’t want to go back. I eventually emptied the tank completely so I could make sure there were no stones in the way but it seems too big for the fitting. I phoned the pet shop and they said there is only one size filter so what on earth is going on please ??

By: Barrett

Barrett — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 23:14:01 +0000

We recommend using the ceramic media because it actually helps with filtration of the aquarium. It allows beneficial bacteria to grow in it and thus helps clean and cycle your aquarium properly. If you use more decorative, larger rocks we recommend you put them over top the ceramic media, that way you still have the biological filtration they provide.

By: bill

bill — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 16:00:37 +0000

i have 8 fancy goldfish in a 60 ltr bio all thriving well i do every thing you shouldnt i change the water compleatly every 2 wks & clean ou t the orb even wash the media inly in cold water then put the water conditioner in then the fish back ive had my fish for 9 mths never had ANY problems they are very happy even fed at same time every night where the almost take food from your hand

By: Sophie

Sophie — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 16:52:48 +0000

I want to get my five year old Comet Goldfish out of his grown out of tank! I have started making a pond outside for him made out of a recycled bath. I am worried that by the time it is ready it might be getting too cold for him especially because he has always been in doors. This problem has led me to look in to buying a Biorb 60. This could be the answer for him to go in to over winter and then I will put him outside in spring. I also wouldn’t mind getting him some Shubunkins for company. Could you advise me on this?

By: Barrett

Barrett — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 21:26:17 +0000

I’m not familiar with a jun aquarium air pump, sorry I couldn’t help more

By: rida

rida — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:06:17 +0000

hoe do u set up an jun aquarium air pump for cold water fish

By: Terry

Terry — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 03:34:17 +0000

I am thinking of getting a biorb 60 for a Christmas present for my daughter, the low maintenance is attractive when you have a 4 year old. I’ve read your comments about the goldfish sometimes not doing well in this tank. Could you please recommend what type of fish would do the best in this type of tank.

By: Steven

Steven — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:13:37 +0000

Greetings, invested in 16gallon biorb 2 months ago and after required cycling period, all tropical fish are thriving! Think of the 4-6 week cycling period as downtime for your prep-work on which types of fish u want to keep. I’ve upgraded my air pump to a quieter Whisper20 model that aerates even better! I’ve got a female betta harem of 5 that loves to surf the currents of the biorb and well as swim laps around the equator of the sphere! They have no issues getting to the surface for air. They’re stronger swimmers than u think who seem to thrive after being released from their 1pint tupperware cells. They also get along with several dwarf gourami cousins, golden yellow & sunset red. Cheers!

By: MARY INNS

MARY INNS — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 10:59:31 +0000

hi, love my biorb 60, took my two goldfish about a month to feel totally happy. the only downside is that the air motor is quite noisy. i have tried different positions but it doesn’t make any difference. i still wouldn’t change though

By: Barrett

Barrett — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:19:08 +0000

The aeration is sometimes a little strong for betta fish, I have a betta in a 4 gallon and it does fine though. If you set up your aquarium and think the air flow is too strong you can put a clamp or pin on the air hose to slow down the air flow, then you can control the airflow to where you think is reasonable.