{"product_id":"bioscape-deluxe-aquarium-starter-kit","title":"Bioscape Deluxe Aquarium Starter Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA ready-to-run tank with the filter built in.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bioscape Deluxe Aquarium Starter Kit is a glass aquarium with an integrated internal filter, sized for a first freshwater tank — a betta, nano fish, or a small community once it's cycled. It comes in three sizes: 13, 22 and 38 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated internal filter\u003c\/strong\u003e — the filter is built into the tank itself rather than a separate hang-on unit, so there's one less thing to plumb in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlass, not acrylic\u003c\/strong\u003e — resists scratching from gravel and decor better than a plastic tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEverything to start the water\u003c\/strong\u003e — a water conditioner and a bacterial starter culture are boxed in, so day-one water treatment doesn't need a separate trip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGravel and décor included\u003c\/strong\u003e — natural gravel substrate, a decorative plant and an ornament are in the box, along with a fish net.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree sizes, one system\u003c\/strong\u003e — 13, 22 or 38 litres, so the same kit scales from a desk to a small stand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExternal dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 litre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 x 18 x 25cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBIS220\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 litre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 x 22 x 28cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBIS221\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38 litre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 x 30 x 26cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBIS222\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial: glass, with an internal filter built into the tank. Glass thickness and the filter's flow rate aren't published by Bioscape — if you need the exact figures, check the box or get in touch and we'll chase them down.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included \/ what you'll still need\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe starter kit puts the tank, filtration and first-water essentials in one box. It is not sold as a complete system — a lid, light and heater are separate purchases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e glass aquarium with integrated internal filter, natural gravel substrate, a decorative plant, an ornament, a fish net, a water conditioner and a bacterial starter culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e a glass cover\/lid, aquarium light, heater, and stand. A matching \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bioscape-deluxe-aquarium-glass-cover-40-x-20-x-28cm-22ltr\"\u003eglass cover\u003c\/a\u003e is sold separately for the 22L size, and a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bioscape-deluxe-aquarium-glass-cover-50-x-30-x-26cm-38ltr\"\u003eglass cover\u003c\/a\u003e for the 38L size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're keeping tropical fish, budget for a heater — this kit doesn't include one on any size, and an uncovered, unheated tank will simply track room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 13 litre suits a single betta or a very small nano setup. The 22 litre gives a small community of tetras or similar schooling fish room to move. The 38 litre is the better starting point if you want to stock more than a handful of small fish, since it dilutes waste over a larger volume and forgives beginner mistakes more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e a first freshwater aquarium — betta, nano fish, or a small community once the tank has cycled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e reptiles, amphibians or marine\/reef setups — this is a freshwater kit. It's also not a complete system out of the box; budget for a heater if you're keeping tropical fish, and a light if you want to properly view the tank or grow plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRun the tank fishless for around two weeks before adding fish, so the filter has time to establish the bacteria that process ammonia. Rinse — don't replace — filter media at water changes, since a full rinse in tap water kills the bacteria you've just grown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by your consumer guarantee rights under Australian Consumer Law if it arrives damaged, cracked or faulty. Glass tanks ship boxed — check for chips or hairline cracks before filling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes this kit include a light?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. None of the three sizes include a light. Add one separately if you want to properly view the tank or keep live plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes it include a heater?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. If you're keeping tropical fish rather than coldwater species, you'll need to add a heater sized to the litre count.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs there a glass lid included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. A matching glass cover is sold separately for the 22 litre and 38 litre sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat's the difference between the three sizes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootprint and volume only — all three use the same integrated-filter design. 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