This is where we announce what's new on the site. Whether they're new products, specials, general enhancements to the site or other 'newsy' stuff, you'll find those things listed here.
December 14th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
The Reef Aquarium Volume III - The long-awaited next book in this popular series published by Two Little Fishies and written by J. Charles Delbeek and Julian Sprung discusses the science, art and technology of building reef aquariums. Covers new ideas in filtration, lighting, and system design, plumbing, pumping, and electrical design, foods and feeding, new aquascaping techniques and future trends in the hobby.
Aqualight Digital Power Center - This light timer from Coralife is a 24-hour day-night alternating timing device that is ideal for all Aqualight and other lighting systems.
Anti-Parasite Medicated Fish Food - This floating pellet from Jungle Laboratories aids in control of internal fagellates, trematodes and cestodes which includes hexamita (hole-in-the-head), spironucleus, intestinal worms, tapeworms and nematodes.
Anti-Bacteria Medicated Fish Food - This floating pellet from Jungle Laboratories aids in control of internal bacterial infections and many external infections, open sores, ulcers, columnaris and fin rot.
Aqualight Replacement Electronic Ballast - For the Coralife Aqualight Full Hood Units, the Aqualight Pro and Lunar Aqualights. 65 watts.
Habba Mist - A reptile mister from ZooMed that features four programmable spray interval settings and four spray duration settings. For terrariums, bird cages, aviaries or indoor gardens.
November 16th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Dual Extreme Moonlight - These LED tubes from R2 Solutions are designed to produce a 120 by 60 degree illumination by utilizing 5 extremely bright, ultra blue, 11000mcd LEDS.
Turbelle Stream 6100 - This electronic powerhead pump from Tunze produces a flow rate of 4,000 to 12,000 l/h with maximum energy consumption of 45 watts. All Turbelle Stream pumps generate gentle parallel flow lines in the aquarium with lower flow rates and without a hard water jet.
Multicontroller 7095 - A digital control unit from Tunze that simulates the various marine current conditions in the aquarium and is suitable for use with Turbelle electronic pumps. The clearly arranged operating panel with a waterproof membrane keypad and adjusting knobs ensures a precise and practice-oriented operation.
Magnetic Holder 6200.50 - This patented holding device from Tunze has a very high holding power and can be used to attach all Turbelle pumps and Comline components to the aquarium pane. Due to the encapsulated construction, it is resistant to corrosion and causes no harmful effects to the aquarium biotope.
October 14th, 2005 -- New Product Addition
Junior Heater Plus - This 6", 22 watt heater from Junior Aquatics is designed as a submersible preset tank warmer that will assist in controlling the water temperature in aquariums between 5 and 8 gallons.
October 12th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
AquaScape Construction Epoxy - This putty from Deltec cures underwater to the color of coralline algae. Its main uses are for fragging, construction of rockwork, protection for tridacna clam bases, repairs of pipe fittings and all of the usual applications.
Reef Pack Combo - This combination package of trace elements from Two Little Fishies contains 250 mL bottles of SeaElements, Strontium Concentrate and Iodine Concentrate. They are designed to enhance the growth, health and appearance of various corals and desirable algae in reef aquariums.
SeaCure - A non-chelated ionic copper treatment from Aquarium Systems that is effective against the most common marine aquarium parasites, Amyloodinium (marine velvet) and Cryptocaryon (marine ich).
September 28th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Aquarium Fish Breeding - Written by Jay Hemdal and published by Barron's, this book explains the biology of fish breeding, with focus on taxonomy, population management, genetics, inbreeding versus selective breeding, culling, reproductive strategies and larval and juvenile development.
1" J-Tube - A siphon tube from Saline Solutions that is excellent for replacing smaller J-Tubes or U-Tubes in wet/dry pre-filters or overflow boxes.
Floating Pond Heater/De-Icer - The unique doughnut-shaped design of this heater/de-icer from Danner Manufacturing helps to maintain an ice-free center area that allows the accumulated toxic gases to escape from the trapped pond water thus promoting a healthier environment for aquatic and plant life.
September 5th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Pinpoint Calcium Monitor Fluid Kit - This kit consists of a combination of calibration fluids to be used with the American Marine Pinpoint Calcium Monitor.
Bio Flo Filters with Deflector - These rotating water motion devices from Hydor include a highly effective aerobic filter and create a beneficial wave effect which moves plants and invertebrates.
Currently available in 4 models:
Bio Flo Filter with Deflector (Small) - For aquariums up to 90 litres/24 gallons.
Bio Flo Filter with Deflector (Medium) - For aquariums up to 150 litres/40 gallons.
Bio Flo Filter with Deflector (Large) - For aquariums up to 250 litres/66 gallons.
Bio Flo Rotating Water Deflector without Filter
August 20th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Small Fry Food - This liquid food from Wardley is suitable for all baby fish of egglayers and livebearers.
Exo Terra Fogger - An Ultrasonic Fog Generator from Hagen that simulates low clouds and fog in tropical terrariums as well as early morning dew in desert terrariums.
Reef Safe Kick-Ich - Scientifically formulated to eliminate the free swimming, infectious stage of the ich life cycle, this water treatment from Ruby Reef is safe for all freshwater and marine aquaria..
Turbo-Twist UV Pond Clarifiers - These Ultraviolet Sterilizers from Coralife feature a quartz glass sleeve with compact fluorescent high-output, PL-Type UV-C lamp surrounded by a revolutionary "Turbo-Twist" flow design to increase dwell time, which in turn increases efficiency. Currently available in 3 models:
Turbo-Twist 3x - 9 watt UV Pond Clarifier - treats up to 2000 gallons of pond water.
Turbo-Twist 6x - 18 watt UV Pond Clarifier - treats up to 4,400 gallons of pond water.
Turbo-Twist 12x - 36 watt UV Pond Clarifier - treats up to 8,800 gallons of pond water.
August 16th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Whisper Air Pumps - Featuring a patented dome shape and sound dampening chambers to minimize turbulence, these pumps from Tetra produce a smooth, quiet stream of air. Currently available in the following models:
Whisper 10 - For aquariums up to 10 gallons.
Whisper 20 - For aquariums up to 20 gallons.
Whisper 40 - For aquariums up to 40 gallons.
Whisper 60 - For aquariums up to 60 gallons.
Whisper 100 - For aquariums up to 100 gallons.
Delica Whole Water Fleas - This nutritious treat from Tetra is great for all fish without the mess of live or frozen foods.
Duetto Internal Filter - These filters from Aquarium Systems/Marineland are ideal for reptile tanks as well as aquariums because of their small size and versatility. Currently available in 2 models:
Duetto 50 - For aquariums up to 10 gallons.
Duetto 100 - For aquariums up to 20 gallons.
Rite Size Filter Cartridges - Each of these preassembled cartridges from Marineland slides easily into place, providing superior mechanical and chemical filtration, and making replacement fast, dry and effortless. Now available in 6 packs for added convenience and value!
Rite Size A - For Penguin Mini Power Filters.
Rite Size B - For Penguin 110/125 Power Filters.
Rite Size C - For Penguin 170/330 Power Filters.
UV Replacement Lamps - These lamps for ultraviolet sterilizers/pond clarifiers made by Danner Manufacturing have a rated life of 9000 hours. Available in 10, 20 and 40 watt lamps.
August 8th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Floating Cichlid Sticks - This food from Tetra provides large, top-feeding cichlids the hearty diet and nutritional requirements they need. Now available in a 6.61 pound bucket.
Kanaplex - A blended kanamycin based medication from Seachem that safely and effectively treats several fungal and bacterial fish diseases (dropsy, popeye, fin/tail rot, septicemica).
Deluxe pH Test Kit - This kit from Aquarium Pharmaceuticals measures pH from 6.0 to 7.6. Included are bottles of pH Up and pH Down to modify aquarium water pH to desired levels.
PVC Crosses - These plumbing parts from Saline Solutions feature a slip fit on all sides and are available in 3/4", 1.0" and 1.5" sizes.
Nutramatic Fish Feeder - This battery powered automatic feeder from Hagen features a 14 gram reservoir, digital clock and will dispense flakes, pellets or freeze dried foods up to 2 times a day.
July 19th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Super Skimmers - These needle wheel driven foam fractionators from Coralife feature an easy to twist collection cup, water level adjustment dial, bubble production diffuser and high grade acrylic construction with custom components. We currently have 3 models available:
Super Skimmer for aquariums up to 65 gallons
Super Skimmer for aquariums up to 125 gallons
Super Skimmer for aquariums up to 220 gallons
Pro Scrapers - We've added some more models of these popular and effective algae removers from Kent Marine. The following sizes are now available:
Pro Scraper (Long) With Stainless Steel Blade - 12"
Pro Scraper (Long) With Stainless Steel Blade - 24"
Pro Scraper (Long) With Stainless Steel Blade - 35"
Pro Scraper (Short) With Stainless Steel Blade
Extensions are also available in 18" and 24" lengths
July 7th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Reptile Supplies - Due to popular demand, we've added a new section devoted to products to keep your reptiles and/or amphibians in optimum health. Please feel free to browse the following categories:
Bedding - Repti Bark, Forest Floor, Eco Earth.
Cleaning Supplies - Turtle Clean.
Foods - Can O' Crickets, Can O' Worms, Can O' Snails, Can O' Grasshoppers, Can O' Pillars,.
Lighting - Daylight Blue, Basking, Infrared, Nightlight Red, ReptiSun UVB/UVA, PowerSun UV.
Thermometers - High Range, Analog, Humidity Gauge.
Vitamins and Medications - Reptivite, Shedding Aid, Wound Healing Aid, Turtle Sulfa Dip, Dr. Turtle.
June 30th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Turbo-Twist Lamps - These PL compact fluorescent lamps are replacements for the Turbo-Twist series of ultraviolet sterilizers from Coralife. Available in 3 sizes:
9 watt for Turbo-Twist 3X
18 watt for Turbo-Twist 6X
36 watt for Turbo-Twist 12X
June 28th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Rowa phos - We've recently added two larger sizes of this popular phosphate and silicate remover from WEIL Industrieanlagen GmbH. Now available in 500 mL and 1000 mL packages.
Aquarium Designs Inspired by Nature - Part of Barron's Educational series and written by Peter Hiscock, this photo-filled book demonstrates that having an aquarium to be proud of means much more than keeping fish in a glass tank.
June 23rd, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Orbit SunPaq - These Power Compact lighting systems from Current feature dual daylight, dual actinic and lunar lamps in one sleek, fan cooled fixture. Available in 2 sizes:
2 x 40 watt - 20"
2 x 65 watt - 24"
The Most Beautiful Aquariums of the World - In Svein A. Fosså and Alf Jacob Nilsen's newest book project from Tectum Publishing, the sole focus is, for the first time in any modern aquarium book, on what an aquarium can do to your home. This is not your average aquarium book. It is a book about the use of aquariums as decorative elements and focal points in room furnishing.
Reef Fishes Volume 3 - From T.F. H. Publications, Angelfishes & Butterflyfishes continues Scott Michael's definitive accounts of fish species of interest to marine aquarists. This volume contains detailed information on the following groups: Remoras, Jacks, Snappers, Fusiliers, Sweetlips, Spinecheeks, Drums, Goatfishes, Sweepers, Monos, Butterflyfishes, Angelfishes.
Purple Up Coralline Algae Accelerator - This water treatment from CaribSea encourages the growth of desirable pink and purple coralline algae and not nuisance algae.
Filter Bag Hanger Mount - 4" - This filter media accessory from Advanced Aquaria mounts to any existing sump and helps to keep aquarium water crystal clear. An optional felt filter bag is also available.
June 13th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Daily Select Bird Food - A premium daily diet from Pretty Bird for parrots that provides all the essential nutrients needed. It is an original multicolored, multi-shaped, extruded bird food that contains 14% protein and 5% fat. Available in two pellet sizes:
Daily Select - Mini (2 lbs.) - Recommended for Finches, Canaries and other small birds.
Daily Select - Medium (3 lbs.) - Recommended for Cockatoos, African Greys, Amazons, Large Conures and other medium sized Hookbills.
Fill Valve 3/4" (NPT X Spigot) - These valves from JEHMCO are used to regulate flow back to individual tanks from a centralized water pump.
Snap Connector for Faucet - This replacement part from Python Products allows for an easy connection between the faucet and python gravel cleaner.
XM Metal Halide Lamps - We've added more lamps from XM Lighting that feature a double-ended base and produce a very high intensity of light. They are available in the following wattages and Kelvin ratings:
250 watts, 10,000K
250 watts, 20,000K
Turbelle Stream 6060 - These powerhead pumps from Tunze offer a massive 6000 litre stream of water and use only 11 watts of electricity.
May 26th, 2005 -- New Product Addition
Luft Pump Repair Kit - Includes 2 filters, 1 diaphram and 1 nut and bolt.
May 19th, 2005 -- New Product Addition
Refractometer - A highly accurate salinity and specific gravity measuring device from Sybon Scientific Instruments.
May 16th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
400 Watt MH HQI DE Pendant - This light system from PFO Lighting uses a new computer designed reflector to focus the light into the tank. Includes the pendant, 20,000K double-ended lamp and ballast.
AquaLight HQI - This lighting system from Coralife features a pendant with a 150 watt 10,000K double-ended HQI metal halide lamp, retractable lamp cord, external remote ballast and a mounting kit.
Extreme MoonLight - This LED tube from R2 Solutions is designed to produce a 120 by 60 degree illumination by utilizing 5 extremely bright, ultra blue, 11000mcd LEDS.
May 11th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
SEIO Powerheads - These super flow aqua pumps from TAAM deliver high-volume water movement at an affordable price. We currently have 2 models available:
SEIO Super Flow Aqua Pump (820 gph)
SEIO Super Flow Aqua Pump (1100 gph)
May 4th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
PinPoint Calcium Monitor - A truly affordable and accurate digital calcium measurement instrument from American Marine. Comes complete with calcium meter, calcium selective probe with 10' high suppression cable and BNC connector plus all necessary calibration fluids.
Hand Held TDS Meter With Thermometer - This water testing device from HM Digital is calibrated at the factory and has a measurement range of 0-9990 ppm. Includes an internal digital thermometer (celsius) as well as hold & auto-off functions for ease of use and greater flexibility.
Waterfall/Skimmer Pumps - High-capacity pumps from Danner Manufacturing designed specifically for use in larger pond installations. Available in 2 models:
Pondmaster Mag-Drive Waterfall/Skimmer Pump - 2000 gph
Pondmaster Mag-Drive Waterfall/Skimmer Pump - 3000 gph
April 27th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Tidepool Filters - The Tidepool BIO-Wheel Filtration Module from Marineland features a patented high-capacity, commercial-duty BIO-Wheel that is perfect for the increased biological filtration demands of larger aquatic systems. Currently available in 2 models:
Tide Pool I Narrow Sump for 40-100 gallon systems
Tide Pool 2 Large Sump for 65-120 gallon systems
April 24th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
TurboTwist Ultraviolet Sterilizers - These germicidal/pathogen filters from Coralife feature a quartz glass sleeve with a PL compact fluorescent UV lamp surrounded by a revolutionary "Turbo-Twist" flow design to increase dwell time, which in turn increases efficacy. Currently available in 3 models:
TurboTwist 3X 9 Watt UV Sterilizer for tanks up to 125 gallons
TurboTwist 6X 18 Watt UV Sterilizer for tanks up to 250 gallons
TurboTwist 12X 36 Watt UV Sterilizer for tanks up to 500 gallons
April 21st, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Ultra Color FX - Color Enhancing Gel - A revolutionary source of essential nutrients from Aquarium Products that helps promote and amplify the natural radiance and color in aquarium fish.
Ultra Gro VX - Vitamin/Mineral Gel - Vitamin and mineral rich dietary supplement from Aquarium Products that is safe for all fish especially herbivores, plants, algae and filter feeders.
Ultra Cure PX - Internal Parasite Gel - This medication from Aquarium Products is a revolutionary way to treat internal parasites in both freshwater and saltwater fish. Scientifically formulated with Metronidazole and Praziquantel.
Ultra Cure BX - Internal/External Bacteria Gel - This medication from Aquarium Products helps to control internal and external bacterial infections such as septicemia, kidney disease, wasting disease and bacterial enteritis.
Specimen Container - Lee's Aquarium now offers a multi-purpose, clear container with a 1" wide handle that can be hung on the side of the aquarium to be used as a holding tank while catching fish. Available in two sizes: Small and Large
April 5th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
PhytoPlan Advanced Phytoplankton Diet - A spray dried blend of several strains of phytoplankton, this food from Two Little Fishies is ideal for filter feeding invertebrates and a great supplement to enrich the nutritional value of dried and frozen fish foods or live Artemia.
ZoPlan Advanced Zooplankton Diet - This food from Two Little Fishies is a blend of dried crustaceans and other sea creatures in a size range that makes it ideal for various marine invertebrates and plankton eating fish.
Metronidazole (100g) - This medication from Seachem is a highly pure, crystalline metronidazole that is very effective against a vast array of parasitic infections (such as hole in the head) with little danger of overdosage.
March 26th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Automatic Fish Feeder and Hopper - This food dispenser from Pentair Aquatics/Rainbow Lifegard will not only keep your fish well fed with pre-determined time and number of consistent feedings each day, but healthy as well, since it can also dispense dry medication if desired. The included hopper expands the capacity of the fish feeder and holds up to a four month supply of food.
March 23rd, 2005 -- New Product Additions
NovAqua Plus - This water conditioner from Kordon/Novalek helps protect the health of both fishes and invertebrates by inhibiting viruses and harmful bacteria, and by providing an immune system booster and a protective body slime replacer. Also adds electrolytes needed for proper osmotic balance, and detoxifies tapwater by removing all chlorine balancing alkalinity and helping stabilize water pH.
AmQuel Plus - This water conditioner from Kordon/Novalek removes all forms of ammonia, nitrite and nitrate. It is nontoxic and does not affect the pH or interfere with the beneficial nitrifying bacteria or their food sources.
March 18th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Eclipse Explorer 2 (Orca Black) - This 2 gallon plastic aquarium from Marineland makes it easy for anyone, any age, any experience level to create a fascinating aquatic environment.
AquaRem - This water clarifier from TetraPond quickly clumps contaminants so they can be easily removed by filtration.
DesaFin - This water treatment from TetraPond protects goldfish and Koi against infection by destroying harmful parasites, bacteria and fungus. Available in two sizes: 250 mL & 500 mL.
March 11th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Calcium Reactors - These reactors from Marine Aquarium Systems feature all cast acrylic construction, 3/8" flanges and 1/4" wall reaction chamber. The following models are now available:
CR4517 - Diameter: 4.5"; Overall Height: 18.5"
CR4522 - Diameter: 4.5"; Overall Height: 22.0"
CR622 - Diameter: 6.0"; Overall Height: 22.0"
CR622PRO - Diameter: 6.0"; Overall Height: 22.0"
CR6422PRO - - Diameter: 6.0" & 4.5"; Overall Height: 22.0"
March 8th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Marine Invertebrates - This book from Microcosm and written by Ronald L. Shimek is the second entry into the bestselling PocketExpert Series. It covers more than 500 species and groups of special interest to marine and reef aquarists.
Ich-X (118 mL) - This liquid medication from Hikari utilizes one of the most widely respected formulations for the treatment of ich.
March 5th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Aquatic Prints - These studio quality images from popular photographer Mitchell Brown are now available and suitable for framing. All prints are 24"L x 16"W.
Damsel Print
Maroon Clownfish Print
Pink Skunk Clownfish Print
Zoanthus species Print
XM Metal Halide Lamps - We've added more lamps from XM Lighting that feature a mogul base and produce a very high intensity of light. They are available in the following wattages and Kelvin ratings:
175 watts, 10,000K
175 watts, 20,000K
250 watts, 10,000K
February 24th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Angle Tip Applicator - This accessory from JoesJuice.COM provides greater flexibility when feeding Joes Juice to kill Aiptasia sp. and Majano sp. anemones.
Pisces Pro Acclimator - This dosing system from JoesJuice.COM allows for easy acclimation of fish and invertebrates.
Betta Bites - This food from HBH Enterprises is designed to resemble small, floating insects on the water’s surface to trigger an immediate feeding response.
February 23rd, 2005 -- New Feature
Wallpaper - We've recently added some images from photographer Mitchell Brown that can be used as backgrounds on a personal computer. The link to this page can be found in the navigation bar on the left side of most pages within this site. Please check this page on a regular basis for more images as they become available to us.
February 22nd, 2005 -- New Product Addition
Float Level Controller - This water purification accessory from Spectrapure provides an economical way to automatically fill open reservoir storage tanks. It completely shuts off all waste and product water once a specified level has been reached.
January 28th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Sera Foods - We've added two other types of high quality food from this manufacturer. The following are now available:
Granugreen (for algae-grazing cichlids from Lake Malawi and Lake Tanganyika)
Freeze-Dried Krill (for finicky eaters and larger fish)
January 24th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Prazi-Pro - This medication from Hikari controls unwanted parasites in freshwater or marine aquariums with the active ingredient, Praziquantel. Currently available in 1 ounce and 4 ounce bottles.
January 11th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
Lunar LED Lights - These lighting accessories from Current create the ultimate moonlight effect and can be added to your existing hood or canopy for a complete 24-hour lighting solution. They are available in the following configurations:
Lunar Light Module w/2 Moon White LEDs & 6' Detachable Power Adapter
Lunar Link Module w/2 Moon White LEDs & 2' Linking cable (No Power Adapter)
Lunar Light Module w/2 Nocturnal Blue LEDs & 6' Detachable Power Adapter
Lunar Link Module w/2 Nocturnal Blue LEDs & 2' Linking cable (No Power Adapter)
January 9th, 2005 -- New Product Additions
32 Watt Power Compact Lamps - These lights from Current are handcrafted with the best components and phosphors. They are rigorously tested, produce eye popping colors and offer superior lumen maintenance. The following configurations are now available:
SunPaq Dual Actinic 420nm/460nm
SunPaq Dual Daylight 6,700K/10,000K
SmartPaq 10,000K Daylight/460nm Actinic
What's New pages from other years are also available: 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000