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Over time, debris and waste begins to form in your pond water - which, if left untreated, can become a danger to the life inside your pond. This suspended algae, also known as green water, is then picked up by the pond filter pump and sent to a UVC. As the water passes through the UVC casing, the high power UV lamp destroys the cell walls of algae and makes them flocculate (or clump together) into more manageable particles to be removed by your filter. Your filter then easily sieves it out so the remaining water becomes cleaner and crystal clear!

A perfect blend of elegant design and practical functionality, Vision revolutionised the bird cage industry by reinventing the way we house our pet birds. Vision cages have many revolutionary design features that set it apart from traditional bird cages, such as larger interior living space and a greater sense of freedom. They retain up to 80% of waste and debris inside the cage, simplifying maintenance by making clean-ups less time consuming.

There are 13 different types of filter media available for the 07 Series, ranging from pre-filter, biological, chemical and mechanical. We'll go into the different types and what they're used for later in this post.

Looking for spare parts for your Fluval 107 207 307 407 external filter? Look no further! We have a huge range of spare parts available to get your filter working again.

all-new Fluval 07 Series of External Filters marks the 7th incarnation in nearly 4 decades of Fluval's top selling canister filter family worldwide. Not only does the latest generation incorporate the power and reliability you've come to expect from the leader in aquatic filtration, but Fluval 107 207 307 407 external filters also feature several new performance upgrades that make it up-to 25% quieter and more robust, energy efficient, flexible and easier to use than ever before!

All ponds, regardless of how well cared for suffer from various ailments. But don't worry - we now have in stock a huge a range of Tetra pond treatments to get you ready for the upcoming pond season! Pond treatments are required for various problems - from common fish health issues, to unsightly green water or algae, Tetra has an effective remedy to get your pond back on track.

Backgrounds are useful for a variety of reasons, first of all - they are aesthetically pleasing and allow reptile owners to create beautiful displays and an authentic feel to your reptile's home. Secondly, they help insulate the terrarium, which is particularly useful for glass terrariums. Reptiles also enjoy climbing these backgrounds, which helps to make the terrarium multidimensional.

Since the dawn of time, insects have been hunted by fish in the wild as they offer a widely available, nutrient-rich food source. This instinctive feeding habit is the foundation behind Bug Bites, which are formulated with Black Soldier Fly Larvae as the number 1 ingredient! Employing a unique and sustainable process, Fluval's larvae are raised on human-grade fruits and vegetables to provide several 'super-food' benefits versus any ordinary insect...

Fluval CO2 Equipment, available at aquapet.co.uk Carbon Dioxide is crucial for the growth of plants, particularly those inside your aquarium. Plants convert gas and light into growth in a process known as photosynthesis and can be seen as oxygen bubbles forming on the plant's leaves. A small increase in CO2...