I'm spitting mad right now. Hubby and I got a 10 gallon set-up with filter, heater, thermometer, substrate, a fake plant, water conditioner, and some betta food for $134. I thought it was a decent deal. I'd really wanted LED lighting, but it didn't have it. Now that my tank is set up and it has inhabitants, we saw the same 10 gallon aquarium set-up with LED lights at Petsmart on sale for $69! The only things we would have had to buy is substrate and a thermometer! (I already bought Stress Coat). Why do these things always happen to me! That's a BIG difference in price, and with the LED lights included. I'm just sick about it.

Is there any way I can buy a new hood for my 10 gallon and put LED lights in it? I've already spent way more than I thought I would (of course I know its that way with any pet), but if it wouldn't be too expensive maybe we can do that, if its possible. Not right now, but in the future when these dumb flourescents burn out. The tank is a Marineland. I know, not the best brand, but I got excited and didn't use my head about it, not realizing it really wasn't a deal at all! Has anyone else ever had this happen?

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10 gal., Male Turquoise Combtail Betta, 2 albino Corys, 1 Julii Cory, red cherry shrimp, 1 ghost shrimp.
20 galH, 4 female bettas, 1 Dalmation Molly, 1Calico Balloon Molly, 2 platies, 2 Otos, 3 Kuhli loaches, Mystery snail, 2 ghost shrimp.

Petco sells the LED lights separately. Petsmart also sells the Led lights by Marineland.

You can change the lighting. This is how things always work for me too, sorry :(

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Would they fit on the tank lid that I have now?

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10 gal., Male Turquoise Combtail Betta, 2 albino Corys, 1 Julii Cory, red cherry shrimp, 1 ghost shrimp.
20 galH, 4 female bettas, 1 Dalmation Molly, 1Calico Balloon Molly, 2 platies, 2 Otos, 3 Kuhli loaches, Mystery snail, 2 ghost shrimp.

If the tank is made by Marineland, the LED lights Petco sells are made by Marineland. Should work.

I wanted LED lights because I like the idea of normal lighting during the day, and "moonlight" for night. Sort of like a nightlight, that would make my bedroom not quite so dark, and also thought the fish might enjoy it. I'm glad the LED lights by Marineland would work, but I'm afraid of the cost! I'll have to check it out online. What fluorescent do I currently have? Good question! GEO Power Glow 15 inch, 14wt, T8 is what it says on the light. Its a single light. Would LEDs even be worth it? Or can I do something less expensive that would achieve the same effect? Also, I'm NOT technically inclined, so I need something simple! Thanks!

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10 gal., Male Turquoise Combtail Betta, 2 albino Corys, 1 Julii Cory, red cherry shrimp, 1 ghost shrimp.
20 galH, 4 female bettas, 1 Dalmation Molly, 1Calico Balloon Molly, 2 platies, 2 Otos, 3 Kuhli loaches, Mystery snail, 2 ghost shrimp.

If your main reason is a nightlight at night, they have all sorts of small submersible LED lights that you can pick-up for I think like $25 and up, some even have bubble too and make a pretty cool/dramatic focal point in tank at night.
I'm not an LED user either and dont know how well they work for plants.
Just a suggestion.

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90 gallon, 1 Iridescent shark, 2 Pleco, 3 Goldfish, 5 Cory cats, 2 Nerite snails
5 gallon hex, Blue Crowntail Betta, 1 nerite snail,

don't stress yourself over $65.00. it's not that you didn't
get a deal you found a better deal. it's "water through the filter".

I Love LED lighting, but I'm talking high powered LEDs like the type used for growing plants and they are usually really expensive. My guess is that the LED lights that came with the aquarium were cheep low power LEDs (think Christmas lights) that are not very bright so you may be better off with what you have. If it's just a moon light you want I think you can get a LED moonlight without spending a lot and fit it in your hood.

Here's one from ebay: Aquarium Fish Tank LED Moonlight Strip Light Blue shine | eBay
This is just an example, not a recommendation for the product but don't see why it wouldn't work.

Thanks for all the great comments and suggestions! I never knew they made submersible LED lights! I think its wonderful there are so many options for people getting into fish. And I'll check out the ebay link. You made me feel better, snail, about missing out on the other tank. And I love Fisheye's comment on "Water through the filter!" LOL

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10 gal., Male Turquoise Combtail Betta, 2 albino Corys, 1 Julii Cory, red cherry shrimp, 1 ghost shrimp.
20 galH, 4 female bettas, 1 Dalmation Molly, 1Calico Balloon Molly, 2 platies, 2 Otos, 3 Kuhli loaches, Mystery snail, 2 ghost shrimp.

Just wondering where you got your kit from? I got my 36g bow kit at Petsmart on sale for $135.

If you're ever not happy with something you've bought, return it. It's better than having to look at something you're not happy with.

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36g Bow Front Heavily Planted http://www.aquariumforum.com/gallery...00&ppuser=8981

Yea I dont want to keep bringing up your painful purchase, but maybe try taking it back if its really gonna bother you every time you look at your tank.You should really enjoy your fish. You've only had this tank for a week or two right, call the store about returning it, if they say they will take it back , go get yourself a sale price one you saw move everything over to it and return your old one. Otherwise just chalk it up to life lesson or "water through the filter"HAHA and move on, and believe me your not the first one that something like this has happened too, happens to me too.

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90 gallon, 1 Iridescent shark, 2 Pleco, 3 Goldfish, 5 Cory cats, 2 Nerite snails
5 gallon hex, Blue Crowntail Betta, 1 nerite snail,

Marineland Auto Color Changing LED Bubble Ring at PETCO

Just an Idea for ya

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90 gallon, 1 Iridescent shark, 2 Pleco, 3 Goldfish, 5 Cory cats, 2 Nerite snails
5 gallon hex, Blue Crowntail Betta, 1 nerite snail,

Wow, Hanky! That LED Bubble Ring sounds cool! And can't beat the price. Next time I go to Petco I'll be sure to look for it. Thanks!

Oh, and no. . the tank doesn't bother me at all. In fact, I'm enjoying the heck out of it. I no longer feel bad about not getting the one with the LED lights because now I know I have other options where LED is still possible. I've moved past it. The fish are so great so watch, and I put a 4.5" PVC pipe my hubby cut for me in the tank. Its 3# across on the inside, so no way can betta get stuck in it. He's already gone in and out of it quite a few times. He needs lots of novel things and challenges. He was actually chasing the zucchini around that I put in for the snails today! I know he didn't like it, because he spit it out, but had lots of fun pursueing it.

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10 gal., Male Turquoise Combtail Betta, 2 albino Corys, 1 Julii Cory, red cherry shrimp, 1 ghost shrimp.
20 galH, 4 female bettas, 1 Dalmation Molly, 1Calico Balloon Molly, 2 platies, 2 Otos, 3 Kuhli loaches, Mystery snail, 2 ghost shrimp.

Sounds like it's going to be a pampered betta!

LED lighting IMO is good..its cost effective and the bulbs last a very long time..my plants seem to grow very well in them..if your just looking for a night light for the tank..several other people have given you options that will do just fine for you. if your wanting to grow plants those options would'nt work but it sems like you have everything settled out..Happy Fish Keeping

Rick

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actually the other night I was eating dinner next to my betta tank and thought i would try some tiny pieces of broccolli, the "floweret part" and he went nuts for it.

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90 gallon, 1 Iridescent shark, 2 Pleco, 3 Goldfish, 5 Cory cats, 2 Nerite snails
5 gallon hex, Blue Crowntail Betta, 1 nerite snail,

LOL, aren't bettas the funniest things? I got a real character, so I got lucky. Hanky, sounds like you got one with lots of personality too. I like fish that are a bit outgoing.

I wouldn't have the LED lights on all the time--only at night. The flourescent lights are on 12 hours a day. So I think the LED Bubble Ring might work out well for me.

I haven't done any water changes until today. The ammonia was 0.50. No nitrites yet, of course. So I did my first 50% water change, and I've had the tank exactly a week now. But of course I only had the betta for the first 4 days. Does Anacharis grow fast? Reason I ask is mine seems taller, and I've only had it for 4 days.

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10 gal., Male Turquoise Combtail Betta, 2 albino Corys, 1 Julii Cory, red cherry shrimp, 1 ghost shrimp.
20 galH, 4 female bettas, 1 Dalmation Molly, 1Calico Balloon Molly, 2 platies, 2 Otos, 3 Kuhli loaches, Mystery snail, 2 ghost shrimp.

After researching a bit anacharis grows super fast

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