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Zoo Med 40 Gallon ReptiHabitat™ Aquatic Turtle Kit

Zoo Med has partnered with us to allow for one (1) grand prize winner to win a brand new 40 Gallon ReptiHabitat™ Aquatic Turtle Kit.

You'll find everything you need to take care of aquatic turtles in the Zoo Med 40 Gallon Aquatic Turtle Kit. This kit comes complete with;

• 40 gallon terrarium (36″ x 18″ x 18″) with sliding screen top.
• Turtle Dock (Large)
• Repti Basking Spot® Lamp (100 w)
• Mini Deep Dome Lamp Fixture
• ReptiSun® 5.0 UVB Fluorescent Bulb (17 w)
• ReptiSun® Terrarium Hood (36″)
• Water Turtles Care Booklet
• ReptiSafe™ Water Conditioner (4.25 oz)
• Aquatic Turtle Food Sampler

Together it adds up to a wonderful environment your aquatic turtle will thrive in.

CONTEST DETAILS

The contest runs from May 9th, 2021 12:00AM EST (Eastern Standard Time) until June 20th, 2021 11:59PM EST. No late entries will be accepted.

HOW TO ENTER

To be entered you MUST complete at least these 2 steps:

1. Create a Aquariu.ms account (can create one via email address or linking a social media account) - if you already have an account, no additional new account is required.
2. Post a reply to this thread. By doing so you agree to our Contest Rules & Disclaimers.

BONUS ENTRIES (You may only do these AFTER your initial entry)

Bonus 1: Post 1 (one) additional reply to any other thread of Aquariu.ms for a total post count of 2 (two) under your account.

Bonus 2: Post 1 (one) additional reply to any other thread of Aquariu.ms for a total post count of 3 (three) under your account.

Bonus 3: Upload at minimum 1 (one) image of your current (or dream aquarium - can be turtle related or not) to our Gallery.

THE PRIZE

One (1) grand prize winner to win a brand new 40 Gallon ReptiHabitat™ Aquatic Turtle Kit (est. retail value: $250 USD).

• Includes shipping internationally as long as Amazon can deliver (or partner with a company) to deliver the package to your region.

Aquariu.ms will select the winner via a random number generator based upon the number of all valid entries. Winners will be announced within 7 days of the contest end date. The winner's username will be tagged in the winning announcement on this thread. In the event of Aquariu.ms not being able to contact the winner(s) and receiving a reply within 48 hours, Aquariu.ms reserves the right to draw again.

We have a bunch of new items to go over that we have recently added, changed, or modified in their current state. We list below some of the high-level changes and are even going to show you some of the planned changes that we are currently either exploring as options, in the work of modifying/creating, or have on the to-do list once some other items get progressed more.

Recent Changes

• We have added a new lighter theme/style to our website! You can swap to this in your user account area.
• Added new GDPR-compliant "Export Personal Data" so that you may see everything that we have stored regarding your account in our database(s).
• Fixed some color issues with our current default theme.
• Fixed some issues with the Points Of Interest Map as it wasn't displaying items correctly (including ones that had CLOSED).
• Shifted around some items in the header navigation.
• Fixed some issues when viewing on a mobile device and images not resizing correctly as expected.
• We have updated and released our shortcode website (ur.fish) that allows you to link to content on Aquariu.ms faster - check it out now!

Upcoming Planned Changes

• We are generating a new layout for the upcoming newsletter that members (and guests who don't want to become members) can sign up for. More information regarding this process will be released once it's available.
• We are exploring the option to expand the Marketplace into a true marketplace area, with seller/buyer feedback, and possibly payment methods through Aquariu.ms directly (as a middleman if requested).
• As always, adding new content to all of the categories to provide you with the best and most current information regarding algae, fish, diseases, and more!

We have a bunch of new items to go over that we have recently added, changed, or modified in their current state. We list below some of the high-level changes and are even going to show you some of the planned changes that we are currently either exploring as options, in the work of modifying/creating, or have on the to-do list once some other items get progressed more.

Recent Changes

• We have added a friends system in order to connect with those who you want to see their content (more of), know if they are online, and have a quicker way to message them if needed.
• We have swapped from reCaptcha to hCaptcha since they support better privacy aspects and a friendly interface.
• We have finished off our first calculator for aquarium sizes (more calculators are coming soon).
• We have fixed some color issues with the shoutbox when using emojis.
• Added a method to apply for membership into the Vendor user group (to post in Vendor-specific forums) in your user control panel.
• We have added a new warning window to inform users if they are leaving aquariu.ms from a link found anywhere to be more complainant with upcoming privacy laws.

Upcoming Planned Changes

• We are generating a new layout for the upcoming newsletter that members (and guests who don't want to become members) can sign up for. More information regarding this process will be released once it's available.
• We are exploring the option to expand the Marketplace into a true marketplace area, with seller/buyer feedback, and possibly payment methods through Aquariu.ms directly (as a middleman if requested).
• As always, adding new content to all of the categories to provide you with the best and most current information regarding algae, fish, diseases, and more!

Content Aspects Moving Forward

Moving forward, we will be creating content (articles, new pages regarding species/profiles) in the frequency of 2 new items per month. We are hoping to expand this outward to more pages while also adding new aspects, but more information will come as we proceed through a few months of doing this (the content quantity will rise to more per month). Once we are at a nice point and have finalized the layout for the newsletter system based on these articles, we will release that to be consumed.

If you are looking to help write about aquarium-related aspects, please reach out to us directly (through the Contact Us button or message Aquariu.ms directly) to open discussions.

TOTAL ENTRIES

Out of the total 70 entries, only 68 were valid and completed correctly. From there, with bonus entries included, there was a total of 136 entries.

THE WINNER

Using a random number generator (and placing every entry on a random line - not grouped by participant or ordered in any way), the winner has been randomly selected to be Sulaiman Pete. Due to them not claiming the prize within the 48 hour window, our new selected winner by random number drawing is dweqj75990 (confirmed). Congratulations! You now have exactly 48 hours from the time this has been posted to either the Private Message (PM) or email we have sent. Failure to not claim within 48 hours will result in the random number generator being ran again to select a new winner.

We have a bunch of new items to go over that we have recently added, changed, or modified in their current state. We list below some of the high-level changes and are even going to show you some of the planned changes that we are currently either exploring as options, in the work of modifying/creating, or have on the to-do list once some other items get progressed more.

Recent Changes

• We added a new theme that will be greatly improved on in the coming weeks (this was required as the theme we had wasn't being maintained correctly, and had some issues when viewed on mobile devices). Please let us know if you see any bugs or issues with this new theme and we will iron those out!
• Our homepage is undergoing a full redesign - so don't be shocked if one-second elements are added/removed!
• We have added new features to the Points Of Interest system, including now the ability to identify wholesalers and breeders!
• Our system software has been upgraded, which allows for faster pages and more in-depth control over your profile.
• We have added the Glossary of Aquarium Terms in the footer and are continuing to add and approve the entries there now.
• We have fixed some issues that were discovered with the current version of Tapatalk that we are using (the likes system, for now, has been disabled due to database issues).
• We have enabled AMP pages, which will perform faster if you are viewing Aquariu.ms' from a search engine-related result.
• We have added a new anti-spambot check. If you have less than a given number of posts and attempt to post a link, your post will go into automatic moderation approval status before being shown. Note that this is expected to prevent us from showing spam-related content.

Upcoming Planned Changes

• We are generating a new layout for the upcoming newsletter that members (and guests who don't want to become members) can sign up for. More information regarding this process will be released once it's available.
• We are finishing off our calculator page with as many calculations as many may be looking for (tank sizes, gallons to liters, inches to centimeters, etc.).
• We have finalized the layout of the species profile pages, and will begin using this moving forward.
• As always, adding new content to all of the categories to provide you with the best and most current information regarding algae, fish, diseases, and more!

Fluval Sea Evo Saltwater Fish Tank Aquarium Kit

Have you guys checked out this awesome starter kit for those who want to dive into saltwater, but want to have everything they need in a compact format? Fluval has partnered with us to allow for one (1) grand prize winner to win a brand new Fluval Sea Evo Saltwater Fish Tank Aquarium Kit 13.5 gallon.

Fluval Sea EVO Fish Aquarium 13.5 gallon packs the same performance features as a tank several times its size but is small enough to fit on any desk or countertop. A super bright 14000 K LED aquarium light provides optimal conditions for healthy coral growth, color, and conditioning, while powerful 3 stage water filtration with oversized media delivers amazing water quality. Now you can finally enjoy the saltwater fish tank hobby for less money, less effort and less space required! Go ahead and grow your mini reef tank with confidence and creativity. Endless possibilities await.

CONTEST DETAILS

The contest runs from November 1st, 2020 12:00AM EST (Eastern Standard Time) until December 6th, 2020 11:59PM EST. No late entries will be accepted.

HOW TO ENTER

To be entered you MUST complete at least these 2 steps:

1. Create a Aquariu.ms account (can create one via email address or linking a social media account) - if you already have an account, no additional new account is required.
2. Post a reply to this thread. By doing so you agree to our Contest Rules & Disclaimers.

BONUS ENTRIES (You may only do these AFTER your initial entry)

Bonus 1: Post 1 (one) additional reply to any other thread of Aquariu.ms for a total post count of 2 (two) under your account.

Bonus 2: Post 1 (one) additional reply to any other thread of Aquariu.ms for a total post count of 3 (three) under your account.

THE PRIZE

One (1) grand prize winner to win a brand new Fluval Sea Evo Saltwater Fish Tank Aquarium Kit (est. retail value: $217 USD).

• Includes shipping internationally as long as Amazon can deliver (or partner with a company) to deliver the package to your region.

Aquariu.ms will select the winner via a random number generator based upon the number of all valid entries. Winners will be announced within 7 days of the contest end date. The winner's username will be tagged in the winning announcement on this thread. In the event of Aquariu.ms not being able to contact the winner(s) and receiving a reply within 48 hours, Aquariu.ms reserves the right to draw again.

We have a bunch of new items to go over that we have recently added, changed, or modified in their current state. We list below some of the high-level changes and are even going to show you some of the planned changes that we are currently either exploring as options, in the work of modifying/creating, or have on the to-do list once some other items get progressed more.

Recent Changes

• We have added additional social media accounts to sign in to the forum with.
• We have added a Shoutbox (which can be viewed in the footer) for everyone to discuss in real-time, or with a delay on any important items.
• We have added a new Points Of Interest system that will contain all locations of local fish stores, big-box aquarium stores, and breeders. We're slowly adding them over time across the United States - and then will start adding locations around the world! Please help us add locations that are not already added so we can finish this task quicker.
• There are more trophies for everyone to earn overtime which allows for everyone to have a chance no matter skill level, or how frequently they visit Aquariu.ms!
• We have changed the areas for some of the footer ads to now be less noticeable while browsing as a Guest (note that when you register an account and are signed in we display no ads anywhere as our promise for free content).

Upcoming Planned Changes

• We're testing a newsletter-based system that would allow for someone who has already created an account or those who have not, to receive a monthly newsletter based on current events happening without the aquarium trade around the world. Our initial tests look good, however, we are having issues when it comes to cycle-based content. More information will be released once we iron out some bugs.
• Exploring the option of having built-in apps to do calculations for items quickly, including possibly checking if a given set of species are compatible with another set. We're also making sure that these work with mobile browsers since a few methods we have tested do not work correctly on some mobile browsers.
• As always, adding new content to all of the categories to provide you with the best and most current information regarding algae, fish, diseases, and more!

Maintenance has been completed and we’ve monitored everything for a few hours now. If you see anything acting strange, not loading, or simply missing please let us know and we’ll investigate.

Starting today, September 24th from 1 AM EST until 2 AM EST, there may be some downtime (pages either not rendering correctly or loading at all) while we perform a migration from our current hosting server to a dedicated hosting server. This will solve all of the issues when it comes to the unexpected outages we have been seeing for the past week from 2 AM EST - 6 AM EST, increase the speed at which our website loads for all visitors, and also improve responsiveness when it comes to uploading attachments/images.

Please be patient with us as some of the changes will require us to move over the domain name to the new IP address, which for some users, may take anywhere between a few minutes up to 48 hours at worst. If you still are unable to access Aquariu.ms after this window, please reach out to us via our social media channels.

Thank you for being patient while we sorted out this problem, and while we perform the necessary migration to prevent this from occurring again.

TOTAL ENTRIES

Out of the total 57 entries, only 54 were valid and completed correctly. From there, with bonus entries included, there was a total of 96 entries.

THE WINNER

Using a random number generator (and placing every entry on a random line - not grouped by participant or ordered in any way), the winner has been randomly selected to be cristabel33 (confirmed). Congratulations! You now have exactly 48 hours from the time this has been posted to either the Private Message (PM) or email we have sent. Failure to not claim within 48 hours will result in the random number generator being ran again to select a new winner.

We have a bunch of new items to go over that we have recently added, changed, or modified in their current state. We list below some of the high-level changes and are even going to show you some of the planned changes that we are currently either exploring as options, in the work of modifying/creating, or have on the to-do list once some other items get progressed more.

Recent Changes

• We have multiple new styles for our website that were all designed by KittMedia. We're still making various changes to slight colors and style aspects, so let us know what you think!
• Upgraded and fixed multiple bugs with the Tapatalk system. _{Please Note: Tapatalk is still unable to "Like" posts/threads as we're still ironing out one final bug.}
• Optimized some of the elements on our page to allow for it to load faster for those of you on slower connections/mobile devices.
• We're added trophies to add a flair to those who stand out, have done something helpful/unique for others, or have a long-time accomplishment.
• We've enabled RSS feeds to allow for other systems/services to consume our data, and then provide it to you in a familiar format.
• We've enabled you to sign in and create an account (or link accounts) with your favorite social media platforms.
• We've enabled WSC-Connect, another app like Tapatalk to allow you to sign in and discuss with the forum through it.

Upcoming Planned Changes

• We're testing a newsletter-based system that would allow for someone who has already created an account or those who have not, to receive a monthly newsletter based on current events happening without the aquarium trade around the world. This is in the final steps of review before we start creating content ahead of time before releasing. More information will be coming soon!
• Exploring the option of having built-in apps to do calculations for items quickly, including possibly checking if a given set of species are compatible with another set. We're gathering a list of all of the common calculators needed for the hobby to create them out on their specific set of pages (or relative pages if they are related).

hygger Horizon 8 Gallon LED Glass Aquarium Kit for Starters

Have you guys checked out this awesome starter kit for those who want to dive into a totally unique tank, but want it somewhere that they can view all day (and night) long? hygger has partnered with us to allow for one (1) grand prize winner to win a brand new hygger Horizon 8 Gallon LED Glass Aquarium Kit for Starters.

hygger Horizon 8 Gallon LED Glass Aquarium Kit for Starters includes one 7W 110GPH internal power filter pump, one colored led aquarium light, one 8 gallon glass tank with a decorative 3D rockery mountain background. The 3D background makes the whole aquarium looks cool like a dream word underwater, is a great rest, play spot, shelters for little fish. Also you can plant some green grass on the rockery mountain. Tank size is 19" L x 11.8" W x 9.6" H. This glass fish tank has a unique convex arc curve shape, can widen your view on the aquarium, and can hold more capacity of water. The total tank volume is 8 gallon, it can hold 6 gallon of water, because the tank has a nondetachable 3D background decor. When it holds full water, the whole tank weighs about 68 pounds. No required or custom tank stand, as there are cushion pad(s) stuck on the bottom to create a leveled tank no matter what location you wish to have it at.

CONTEST DETAILS

The contest runs from August 16th, 2020 12:00AM EST (Eastern Standard Time) until September 14th, 2020 11:59PM EST. No late entries will be accepted.

HOW TO ENTER

To be entered you MUST complete at least these 2 steps:

1. Create a Aquariu.ms account (can create one via email address or linking a social media account) - if you already have an account, no additional new account is required.
2. Post a reply to this thread. By doing so you agree to our Contest Rules & Disclaimers

BONUS ENTRIES (You may only do these AFTER your initial entry)

Bonus 1: Like Aquariu.ms (WebAquariums) on Facebook (additionally you must link your Facebook account under your Aquariu.ms' Account for verification)

Bonus 2: Follow Aquariu.ms (WebAquariums) on Instagram (additionally you must link your Instagram account under your Aquariu.ms' Account for verification)

Bonus 3: Follow Aquariu.ms (WebAquariums) on Twitter (additionally you must link your Twitter account under your Aquariu.ms' Account for verification)

THE PRIZE

One (1) grand prize winner to win a brand new hygger Horizon 8 Gallon LED Glass Aquarium Kit for Starters (est. retail value: $189 USD).

• Includes shipping internationally as long as Amazon can deliver (or partner with a company) to deliver the package to your region.

Aquariu.ms will select the winner via a random number generator based upon the number of all valid entries. Winners will be announced within 7 days of the contest end date. The winner's username will be tagged in the winning announcement on this thread. In the event of Aquariu.ms not being able to contact the winner(s) and receiving a reply within 48 hours, Aquariu.ms reserves the right to draw again.

We have a bunch of new items to go over that we have recently added, changed, or modified in their current state. We list below some of the high-level changes and are even going to show you some of the planned changes that we are currently either exploring as options, in the work of modifying/creating, or have on the to-do list once some other items get progressed more.

Recent Changes

• A brand new logo, icon, and social media avatar designed by Chris Y.!
• Added a new marketplace, along with adding some additional required fields to make it easier to search and sort through that forum. Please Note: Tapatalk is unable to create a new thread in that forum due to the required fields not populating the app.
• Our social media platforms have been launched! Feel free to follow us, like us, or let your friends know about us! Twitter: @WebAquariums Facebook: WebAquariums Instagram: WebAquariums
• Redesigned the categories system for articles to make it easier to sort from freshwater, saltwater, or other articles that are listed.
• Optimized some of the elements on our page to allow for it to load faster for those of you on slower connections/mobile devices.

Upcoming Planned Changes

• We're testing a newsletter-based system that would allow for someone who has already created an account or those who have not, to receive a monthly newsletter based on current events happening without the aquarium trade around the world.
• Finalizing the design of our new style for the website (we'll show more previews the closer it gets to its finalized version).
• Adding more content in regards to fish, algae, invertebrates, corals, plants, and more! Please be patient as we are still finalizing some of the display elements to allow for photos to be placed in line with tables and text.
• Exploring the option of having built-in apps to do calculations for items quickly, including possibly checking if a given set of species are compatible with another set.

When offering a large selection of similar items (fish, plants, equipment, etc.), try to keep items in the marketplace thread. When offering singular items, keep the thread title as specific as possible to help our members. Repetitive threads offering the same previously offered items are not allowed until the old thread is closed. Multiple threads will be closed or merged at the discretion of the administration. Please make sure that you push your thread, or reply to it often as we will automatically close any old threads that do not have any replies after 180 days has passed.

Members must be responsible for finding out where certain species are restricted. Any thread in the Marketplace category requesting or selling a restricted or endangered wild species will be deleted with no prior contact and issued an infraction. Aquariu.ms abides by all current local laws and therefore reserves the right to take such action. Failure to abide by these rules or repeat offenses may be subject to penalization through the temporary suspension of the forums, suspension of using the Marketplace, or may result in permanent suspension of your forum account.

It is both the buyers' and sellers' obligation to ensure that species are not on the restricted species list. All local laws and restrictions are applicable and it’s the responsibility of the users of Aquariu.ms to uphold these laws.

Items not permitted to be listed on the Marketplace include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Any sales of fraudulent or counterfeit or stolen goods
• Any third party's copyrighted, patented, trademarked, or other proprietary righted property.
• Any item that may violate any law, statute, ordinance, or regulation (including without limitation those governing export control, consumer protection, unfair competition, anti-discrimination, or false advertising).
• Any item that may be defamatory, trade libelous, unlawfully threatening or unlawfully harassing.
• Any information provided that may link directly or indirectly to or include descriptions of goods or services that are prohibited under this.

Aquariu.ms cannot verify the legitimacy of all deals and are not responsible for anything posted in this forum. All transactions are done at your own risk. Failure to comply with the rules and/or requests from staff members could result in the loss of forum/board privileges. We reserve the right to restrict access to anyone without prior notification.

In no event will Aquariu.ms or any of our affiliated sponsors be accounted for any special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of, or in connection with this agreement. Failure to comply with the rules and/or requests from our Aquariu.ms Administration could result in your loss of forum privileges and/or access. Aquariu.ms reserves the right to apply restrictions or revise these rules without prior notification.

Aquariu.ms reserves the right to amend any of the Marketplace Terms & Conditions of Usage at any time. Such amended terms and conditions shall be effective when posted and last updated.

If you have any questions, concerns, or need clarification regarding these the Marketplace Terms & Conditions of Usage, please contact us.

In this guide we will attempt to outline some basics of taking photographs and/or videos, using different techniques that are available, how to focus on getting that specific look/vibe you want to capture, and some important things to remember when photographing through glass or when working with a scene that has distinct highlights and shadows. This can be highly beneficial in order for you to capture good looking images to be used for your tank journals, or to be able to share across what the tank looks like in actual lighting.

How to Get the Exposure Right

You’ll need to keep an eye on exposure settings so you can avoid underexposure. The light is weak, and your options for shutter speed and aperture are limited, so you’ll be pushing up towards a very high ISO. That’s because it’s better to suffer a little noise than a blurry picture.

Using either full manual mode or shutter priority on your camera. Your exposure time will depend on how quickly the fish, etc. is moving. For creatures that move slowly, a time between 1/25 and 1/80 will usually do. For quickly swimming fish, you need to shorten it to the range from 1/100 to 1/250, or sometimes even shorter.

Handling That Low Depth of Field

The lack of light limits your choice of aperture. Aquariums are usually lighted for viewing with your eyes, not your camera. Even with the high ISO and long exposures I’m recommending, you’ll end up using an aperture from f/2.8 to f/5.6, and that means a low depth of field. You’ll have to work with that creatively. You’ll need to choose precisely what will and won’t be sharp in your photos.

When photographing a fish at a low depth of field, the fish’s orientation relative to the lens also plays a role. For example if the fish is facing the lens, then only its head will be sharp. It’s best to photograph a fish from the side; then all of it will be sharp.

For slow creatures such as these beautiful snails, use a longer exposure and set the aperture to f/8 and get more depth of field; in macro photography, this is important.

What About the Reflections?

Another frequent complication in aquarium photography is that aquarium glass reflects nearly everything around it, filling photos with unwanted reflections of the photographer, passersby, and everything shiny in the room. This problem, too, has a simple solution - an anti-reflection shield. Either buy one of these special rubber lens shields, or make a tube out of black cardboard or hard fabric and place it over the lens. Press the edge of the anti-reflection shield up against the glass of the aquarium to shield away reflections.

Using a shield has one disadvantage: with the lens up against the aquarium glass like this, you can’t focus on objects that are right next to it. But this is a fair trade for a reflection-free photo.

The last stumbling block is that you’re working with multiple optical environments - air, glass, and water. Light rays are refracted at various angles at the boundaries between each of these environments. This can cause distortion and optical defects. To suppress these negative effects, you have to always hold the lens perpendicular to the glass and to the object in the aquarium. Otherwise the photo will not be sharp due to light refraction, and chromatic aberration (a blue-violet aura) will appear around objects.

What if the Aquarium Glass Is Damaged or Dirty?

Aquarium glass isn’t always clean, and you need to take that into account. Ideally you should always take a cloth and some cleaner with you to clean dirty glass. With their help, you can often even clean away fingerprints. You might get some funny looks, but it’s worth it for a perfect photo.

But the glass may also be scratched, or seaweed may be growing on it from the inside, and sometimes you can’t influence that. Here the solution is to not focus on things that are right up against the glass. If you’re focusing about halfway into the aquarium, then the defects in the glass won’t be within your depth of field, and so they won’t be visible.

Due to the overwhelming nature of these 50% Off Sale (formerly known as the Dollar Per Gallon sale) events that Petco has been putting together, we have decided that it would be smart to condense all of the possible dates into one section for a future reference on when they may appear. Although many other retailers have adopted such a sale (they may call it something else), this is when nationwide almost all Petco stores (excluding Alaska and Hawaii) have this sale going on. Normally during the middle of this sale, they will have an aquatic event, where many of their fish, plant, and decorations will also go on a massive discount for days.

Information

Currently, the only tank sizes that are being sold during this event for the sales price include the 10 gallons, 20 gallons, 29 gallons, while the larger tanks ranging from 40 gallons breeder, 55 gallons, 75 gallons, and 90 gallons are 50% during the sale. Instead of all tanks costing $1/gal as they previously were during the old sale event name, it has been rebranded to be the "50% off sale" where all tanks are now 50% of their original price.

In the past, these sales were supplied by Tetra, however, due to customer complaints, these sales moved over back to Aqueon (who was the original supplier when Petco had this sale event idea). These sales do not include any kits, and therefore the tanks that are the sales price will not include anything extra besides just the tank. Sadly due to location-wise, Hawaii and Alaska are excluded from these sales due to the shipping cost required to make it to these states.

In more recent years it appears that other major retailers including Petsmart are also incorporating this sale event into their marketing for Aqueon, and sometimes their own branded tanks as well. This may or may not be due to the fact of many of these retailers have a price match guarantee, in which they will match the price of an item if it is the same brand and same size (and due to how popular Aqueon brand tanks are, they are forced to follow their policies). Check with your local retailer to see if they have such a guarantee since it is a great way to score one of these tanks if a Petco is not located near where you live.

As of February 28, 2021, Petco has changed the marketing material to state that this is now a 50% sale vs. $1/gal for all of the Aqueon open-top tanks. They also have included more than just the standard Aqueon tanks, and now include some frameless, rimless, and edglit tanks.

Event Dates

To provide all of the dates (past, present, and future) we needed to have a way to distinguish them apart. Any rumored dates will be in italics, valid and verified sale dates will be in bold, and past dates will be included in the spoiler area below.

Next Sale Dates

TBD

Previous Sale Dates

If you would like to be notified every time a new sale date is coming up, or new replies to this discussion, or more about these sales, make sure to "Follow" this topic on your forum account. You may also bookmark this page and check here frequently for any updated dates, as we will keep a visible marker when another team member has updated this topic with more information.

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Welcome to Aquariu.ms! We recently just installed a brand new set of website, article, and forum software which will power our next-generation platform. We thought extremely hard about all of the content that had to be shifted, posts/topics that had to be lost, and the familiar website feel that we had before - but this change provides a ton of new features that we couldn't say turn away. Plus, all of the new change allows for better management in terms of the way things were stored (as beforehand everything was mixed into folders, or attachments of photos were shared for content when they can now be uploaded to our Gallery).

The following (limited and not all examples) are now a huge possibility that we couldn't have done before but now can;

1. Users now can sign in without having to register an account if they use a social media account (this saves a huge step that seemed to be more of an annoyance than anything).
2. Increased notifications, better communication between members who register on the forum system, and enhanced searching (specifically, searching for terms through articles or pages that are published).
3. Extremely fast load times with extremely small page sizes (we now only load exactly what you need based on your device type - if we can detect it) along with better responsive design to allow for it to adjust correctly for all screen sizes and resolutions.
4. We now have a Gallery where users can upload and share all of the aquarium-related photographs that they take with the rest of the world without any restrictions on who can see them.
5. Additional enhancements that are behind the scenes (but will largely prevent spammers from being able to access the forum and post irrelevant links).
6. Enhanced sharing of information will allow for easier access to be able to share important information across multiple websites, forums, or social media networks.
7. Enhanced profiles for members to be able to have their own full profile (similar to social media accounts in many senses).

Please feel free to register an account (it takes only a matter of minutes) to unlock the full potential of the forums, allowing you to be able to join in conversations with others, ask questions, and even answer some questions that others may have. Aren't too sure if you want to directly register or share your email address? We officially support the use of Tapatalk (search for us under "Aquariu.ms") and we also support the use of using just your social media account to avoid sharing those details across. Still not interested in joining? No worries - we will always leave all our forums available to guests to read, search through the articles we have, and be able to use Aquariu.ms with no limitations (minus the extra features of being to create posts, topics, and share additional content that is).

Registered an account and have some questions on using Aquariu.ms? Feel free to ask in our Support forum where we can answer any website-related issue or experience you may be having and allow you to enjoy the HUGE benefit of having an account with us.

We hope that you'll take the dive in, and join the brand new Aquariu.ms community!