Getting back into aquariums after 20 years and have a tank size question.
My knowledge is so out of date, I am essentially a beginner.
Been looking at purchasing a 90 gallon tank (48 inch length is my limit). I inquired at a store and was told that certain sizes have fallen out of favor with manufacturers. 90 gallons being one of them. Basically, the said that most common are 55, 75 and then a jump to 125 (too big). That locating a large tank outside those ranges is tough. Locating a extra-tall or extra-high (30 inches vs. 24 inches) tank is even worse.
Is that true? I was going to bide my time and try to locate one used, but was wondering whether a 90 gallon tank or an extra-tall tank is really that hard to come by. The stores could have just been stating it to convince me to buy a size they had in stock.
Thanks.
- Jason
Reef Escape should be able to help you. I used to be the one who did the ordering there and they don't have tanks in stock but can get them within the week or next week with a 50% deposit. They mark up less due to not having them in store taking up retail space.
It sounds to me like a certain store didn't have one on hand, and was trying to steer you into getting one they had. 90s are pretty common and easy to get.
Tried NOVA Tropicals in Dale City. They had some in stock. $345. Online sources cost $400 and another $200 for shipping. At least I know that they are an option.
Try Congressional Aquarium?
Thanks. I’m going to keep looking. That is what I was told at Centerville Aquarium. They said they see it so infrequently that they could not even give me a ballpark price
If you go to an independent Live Fish Store, you should be able to find a 90 g tank. Or try Craigslist. I have a 75, and wish I had a 90.