{"product_id":"fluval-breeding-box-0-5-gallon","title":"Fluval Breeding Box 0.5 Gallon – Hang-On Aquarium Nursery","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Fluval Breeding Box 0.5 Gallon is an external hang-on nursery used to separate fry, eggs, shrimp, or small vulnerable fish from the main aquarium. It allows aquarium water to circulate through the box while keeping young or delicate livestock apart from larger tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis larger 0.5 gallon model provides more room than the smaller 0.3 gallon version, making it useful for livebearer fry, baby shrimp, betta breeding projects, egg-scattering fish projects, and short-term separation needs. It is powered by an air pump, which is sold separately unless otherwise stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0.5 Gallon Breeding Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger external nursery for fry, shrimp, eggs, and small fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHang-On Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounts outside the aquarium to save space inside the tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses Aquarium Water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circulates water from the main aquarium through the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood for Fry \u0026amp; Shrimp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps separate small livestock from larger tankmates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDivider Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can help separate small groups or batches when needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir Pump Powered:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a small air pump and airline tubing for operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breeding Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 gallon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e External hang-on design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air pump required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fry, baby shrimp, eggs, small fish, and temporary separation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breeding box components unless otherwise stated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air pump and airline tubing unless listed separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparating guppy, molly, platy, swordtail, or Endler fry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolding baby shrimp or small shrimp temporarily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtecting eggs or newly hatched fry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort-term separation of small or vulnerable fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetta breeding projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEgg-scattering fish breeding projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObservation or acclimation in some aquarium setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fluval Breeding Box hangs on the outside of the aquarium and uses air-driven water movement to circulate water from the main tank into the box. This keeps the breeder box connected to the same water conditions as the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it uses water from the main aquarium, the main tank should already be heated, filtered, cycled, and stable before using the breeding box for fry, shrimp, eggs, or small fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with a cycled and stable aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect to a small air pump with airline tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust flow so fry or shrimp are not pushed around too strongly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the box daily for uneaten food and debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed lightly to help maintain water quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean as needed using aquarium-safe methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not overcrowd the breeding box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMove growing fry to a larger setup when needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Use Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA breeding box is best for temporary separation, fry raising, or observation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt does not replace a separate quarantine tank for sick fish or new arrivals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use long-term for fish that need more swimming space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor water flow, feeding, and waste buildup closely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse caution when separating aggressive fish, as stress may still occur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Fluval Breeding Box stay the same temperature as the main tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe box circulates water from the main aquarium, so it uses the main tank’s water conditions. The main aquarium should already be properly heated and stable for the livestock being kept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Fluval Breeding Box require an air pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A small air pump is required to move water from the main aquarium through the breeding box. Air pump and airline tubing may be sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this breeding box for shrimp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it can be used for baby shrimp or small shrimp temporarily. Use gentle flow and check often for leftover food or debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this good for livebearer fry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The 0.5 gallon size can be used to separate guppy, molly, platy, swordtail, and Endler fry from adult fish while they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this to isolate an aggressive fish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt may be used for short-term separation or observation, but it is not a long-term housing solution. Aggressive or stressed fish may need a separate aquarium depending on the situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a separate filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo separate filter is usually needed because water is circulated from the main aquarium using an air pump. The main aquarium should already be cycled and filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this replace a quarantine tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. A breeding box can help with short-term separation, but it does not replace a separate quarantine tank for sick fish or new arrivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fluval Breeding Box 0.5 Gallon is a larger external hang-on nursery for fry, shrimp, eggs, and temporary fish separation. Visit Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to shop Fluval breeder boxes, air pumps, airline tubing, sponge filters, fish food, shrimp supplies, live plants, and aquarium care essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52406502686933,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4545\/8133\/files\/61HRvKlIj-L._AC_SL1000.jpg?v=1763753186","url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/fluval-breeding-box-0-5-gallon","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}