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because i want it for my pond.

no. but i want a turtle.

I know someone that has quite a few. he is friends with a breeder too.

how many do you have?

is that a leopard gecko?

Substrate isn't always needed, however, if you don't use substrate-I would use dark paper or something under- on the bottom of the tank to help make the Betta feel more secure and limit reflection.

In the event the pump stops it should stop any water from entering the pump

Commercial Sponge filters have on the box what size tank they will filter.

For homemade DIY I look up sponge filters on the internet, find the size for the tank I am using, then cut my sponge to as close the same size as possible.

I'd go with the mini. The one I have has a shorter lower base. The sponge almost sits on the bottom. This gives a longer lift tube for more flow. You can adjust the flow with a $3 valve in the airline.

amazon.com/ATI-SPONGE-FILTER-LUSTAR-GALLON/dp/B003I5QRWO/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1361271150&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=ATI+Hydro+sponge+fikter

Type in http:/www. to get this link to work.

Don't forget to get an airstone for deluxe operation.

Good :) Eggs still in the nest, daddy caring for them.. should start hatching sometime tomorrow!