{"product_id":"zoomed-low-boy-breeder-flat-aquarium-28-gallon","title":"ZooMed Low Boy Breeder Flat Aquarium 28 Gallon","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f2f2f2;border-left:4px solid #666;padding:10px 14px;margin:0 0 14px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn-store pickup only.\u003c\/strong\u003e This large glass aquarium is reserved online and collected at the store. It does not ship.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eZoo Med Low Boy Breeder Flat Aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e is a shallow, wide 28 US gallon glass tank built for breeders, aquascapers, and anyone who wants a big footprint without the height. Its low 10 inch profile and generous 36 by 18 inch floor give you plenty of surface area for gas exchange and an open, top-down view, and it ships from Zoo Med with a fitted stainless steel screen top. It works for both freshwater and saltwater setups. Browse more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/aquariums\"\u003eaquariums\u003c\/a\u003e at Squeaky's Aquatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhy a Low Boy Breeder Flat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:4px 0 0;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide, shallow footprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e a 36 by 18 inch base with just 10 inches of height gives a large surface area and floor space, ideal for spreading out hardscape or growing out a spawn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding and grow-out:\u003c\/strong\u003e the open floor and shallow water make it easy to net fry, sort a grow-out group, or set up a dedicated breeding tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquascaper friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e the low height suits shallow scapes, emersed and riparium layouts, and top-down viewing of stem plants, mosses, and hardscape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel screen top included:\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps jumpers in and pets out while letting light and air pass through freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZoo Med quality glass, made in the USA:\u003c\/strong\u003e clear, sturdy non-tempered glass that can be drilled for an overflow or sump if you choose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eGreat For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:4px 0 0;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater community fish such as tetras, fancy goldfish, and angelfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaltwater setups, including clownfish and other nano-friendly marine fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreeding and grow-out tanks for livebearers, egg-scatterers, and fry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShallow aquascapes, planted layouts, and surface-oriented species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:6px 0 0;font-size:0.94em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e28 US Gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e36 in x 18 in x 10 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;font-weight:600;\"\u003eGlass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eNon-tempered, drillable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFitted stainless steel screen top included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWater Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater or saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eZoo Med (made in the USA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;font-weight:600;\"\u003eItem Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBFT-28\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:4px 0 0;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/aquarium-stands\"\u003eAquarium stand\u003c\/a\u003e rated for the footprint and filled weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-p-series-aquarium-heaters\"\u003eAquarium heater\u003c\/a\u003e sized for a shallow 28 gallon tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-prime-complete-concentrated-water-conditioner\"\u003eSeachem Prime\u003c\/a\u003e to dechlorinate every fill and water change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fresh-water\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/salt-water\"\u003esaltwater\u003c\/a\u003e supplies to finish the build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with a lid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A fitted stainless steel screen top is included, which keeps fish in and allows light and air through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for saltwater or a reef?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The glass is water-safe for both freshwater and saltwater, and the non-tempered glass can be drilled for an overflow or sump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose a shallow breeder flat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wide, low shape gives more floor space and surface area than a standard tank of the same volume, which helps with breeding, grow-out, aquascaping, and oxygen exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it heavy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The empty tank is around 50 lb of glass, which is why it is offered for in-store pickup rather than shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZooMed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49052463333595,"sku":"BFT-28","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/BFT-28_Lowboy.jpg?v=1785513461","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/zoomed-low-boy-breeder-flat-aquarium-28-gallon","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}