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Is a Biorb right for me2007-11-24 23:37:11

I like the fact they have a small footprint and the extras are so easilly available in most pet shops these days.

However, I'm worried they wont be ideal for my fish.

I'd like to use it for my smaller fancy goldfish but I'm worried about the small surface area. Will they get enough oxygen? Are goldfish too dirty for such a compact tank? Has anyone successfully kept goldfish in a biorb? I'm pretty experienced with goldfish but only in big conventional tanks.

Thanks for any advice.

Answers:

HI Katherine S,

We've had a biOrb for over a year and keep up to 3 fish in it. I'd say that 2 fancy goldfish should be the maximum because it gives them plenty of room and oxygen.

If you put a couple of plants in there, along with the air pump, there will be plenty of oxygen.

The most hardy fancy goldfish that we've had is the Ryukin followed by the Ranchu. At the moment we have one ranchu and one red cap oranda because the ryukin died of swimbladder. It's the 3rd fish that's died from swimbladder (genetic disorder) and there appears to be no cure. :-(

The BiOrb is very easy to maintain especially with the gravel cleaner and replacement filter packs- and it looks beautiful! Go for it! :-)

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Oops I just farted

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They are great and you can fit 4 gold fish in fine. The rocks helps with the oxygen, just dont put the tank in direct sun light.

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To tell you the truth, since you are experienced with raising goldfish in big conventional tanks, maybe you should stick with that method.