Thursday, January 6, 2011 Tetra Decorative Reptile Filter for Aquariums up to 55 Gallons Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)I have had this filter for about three months in one end of a standard 10 gallon aquarium, which houses a small newt.It's a nice way to hide the filter away, and to keep delicate amphibians out of trouble, as they have a tendency to explore the insides of dark places like filter housings.

It provides some dry land area, with an easy climb out of the water.It is also much taller than other in-tank filters that I have tried, so the water level can be deep enough for the health of aquatic animals like my newt.

It takes two standard sized filter cartridges, which are used by many other filters, so they are relatively cheap and easy to find.The top of the rock lifts away, allowing easy access to change the filter cartridges without the need to tear the habitat apart.It also has handy fill lines on the back side of the rock, which mark the high and low fill levels.

The top fits snugly over the waterfall outlet, so there is no danger of small animals getting into the filter and becoming injured.The largest gaps into the filter housing are the intake holes along the bottom of the rock, which are about 3/8" in diameter.It would be very easy to block them with mesh if you have smaller animals.

I am considering purchasing a second one for my firebellied toad habitat.I definitely recommend this filter.It was well thought out and is of good overall design and quality.

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Product Description:
The ReptoFilter allows you to instantly create a beautiful waterfall and basking area for Newts, Frogs, and Turtles in any aquarium up to 55 gallons. Features include integrated three-stage Whisper filtration, which uses easily replaceable Bio Bags, keeping water clear and odor-free. Large intake holes prevent clogging. Locking cover keeps animals out of the filtration area and provides an ideal basking area.