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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7836853 | Aquarium bottom surface substrate The present invention relates to a novel aquarium bottom surface substrate consisting of a biocompatible polymeric material with a granular aquarium substrate embedded into the polymer. In an embodiment of the invention there is also a means for attaching aquarium d... | 11/23/2010 |
| 7273020 | Two-way aquarium feeder with suction cup adapter A two-way feeder for use in an aquarium. The feeder has a base that can be buried in sand or crushed coral in an aquarium. One or more fittings on the underside of the base provides a user of the feeder with the option of applying one or more suction cups to the fee... | 09/25/2007 |
| 7249571 | Aquarium having improved filtration system An aquarium which includes a tank having a pump and an under gravel filter disposed in the tank below the pump. The under gravel filter includes a hollow bubble dispersing base plate having a perforated top surface and an overlying substrate. An air conduit is provi... | 07/31/2007 |
| 7213537 | Airflow diverter for use in an aquarium A method of altering airflow of an aquarium air supply by placing a bottle over the air supply thus, altering the airflow. The method can be accomplished using a decorative attachment assembly that covers an air stone in an aquarium. The assembly includes a bottle h... | 05/08/2007 |
| 7201114 | Apparatus for guiding aquatic crustaceans by utilizing their biological tendency responding to bright and dark contrast Apparatuses for directing the displacement of aquatic crustaceans are provided and are particularly used to carry out the methods for attracting the motion of aquatic crustaceans after feeding by utilizing their biological tendency responding to a bright and dark co... | 04/10/2007 |
| 7185608 | Aquarium ornamentation system A method of ornamenting conduits, cylindrical or otherwise, as well as other tubes, filters, narrow and cylindrical surfaces which can be found in an aquarium or terrarium whereby the tubes, conduits, and cylinders are provided with attachment members on their exter... | 03/06/2007 |
| 7174850 | Multi-layered aquaculture system By directing the none-molting crustaceans to move into a predetermined area in a culture tank, the present invention discloses a multi-layered aquaculture system with shallow-water containers which is based upon the utilization of the methods and apparatus to elimin... | 02/13/2007 |
| RE39379 | Article anchoring accessory for use within an enclosure An article anchoring accessory includes a support element for reception within an enclosure, such as for example an aquarium serving as an anchoring structure to which objects can be secured. The support element will conveniently be of relatively widened expanse pre... | 11/07/2006 |
| 7096623 | Floral design container system A floral design system is described having a base that is utilized to house water when displaying live flowers. A lid is designed to fit within the base and has a series of openings about its surface. A series of sleeves with a flap attachment configuration comprisi... | 08/29/2006 |
| 7086349 | Floating rail-guided aquarium dock Provided is a floating dock for use in an aquarium. In one particular configuration, the dock rides along one or more rails that extend into the aquarium, thereby confining the movement of the dock within the aquarium. Such a dock may be used by aquatic life in the ... | 08/08/2006 |
| 7073463 | Apparatus for an underwater terrarium An underwater terrarium capable of being submerged in an aquarium. The interior of the terrarium is sealed, so it may be submerged in a tank. The terrarium has a pair of air tubes for air intake and exhaust. The intake can be connected to a standard aquarium aerator... | 07/11/2006 |
| 7044520 | Vibrating scoop basket A device is used to extract manure from bedding material in a manner that maximizes the amount of manure extracted from the bedding material. The device includes a detachable scoop head having a plurality of apertures, a detachable motor assembly coupled to the scoo... | 05/16/2006 |
| 7025018 | Submergible terrarium A terrarium adapted to be immersed in an aquarium containing water, the terrarium comprising a shaft means having a first end and second end and a receptacle defining at least one wall, the at least one wall having a length, presenting at least one opening, an air e... | 04/11/2006 |
| 7000567 | Method for guiding aquatic crustaceans by utilizing their biological tendency responding to bright and dark contrast A method for directing the displacement of aquatic crustaceans after feeding by utilizing their biological tendency responding to a bright and dark contrast is provided. This method comprises steps to generate the visual effect of this bright and dark contrast at a ... | 02/21/2006 |
| 7000568 | Aquarium overflow system standpipe An aquarium overflow system includes a standpipe with snap-fit mounting constructions, an air vent, air and water apertures, and an adjustable height version. ... | 02/21/2006 |
| 6834617 | Aquarium background setting A background setting for an aquarium having front and rear walls and opposite left and right side walls. The setting comprises a water-resistant background sheet bearing a background scenery for direct submersion in the water of the aquarium to cover the rear wall, ... | 12/28/2004 |
| 6742477 | Decorative background assembly with illustrated display panel, fluorescent light, and mirror, for use with an aquarium A decorative background assembly for an aquarium, having a plurality of interchangeable illustrated display panels, for enhancing the appearance of the aquarium. The assembly has a waterproof housing which encloses a frame which selectively holds one of the display ... | 06/01/2004 |
| 6672250 | Molded magnetic components for use in aquatic environments New and improved molded magnetic geometrical components are used as underwater ornamentation to form the scenery in aquariums and other aquatic displays. These modular imitation rocks and/or other shapes, when added to an aquarium will create a natural se... | 01/06/2004 |
| 6505428 | Aquarium photo display device and method An aquarium photo display device and method for displaying one or more photographs in connection with an aquarium. The aquarium photo display device includes a static cling attachable sea-life decorated plastic background sheet having a transparent photo ... | 01/14/2003 |
| 6474266 | Plant anchor A plant anchor for securing a plant that includes a base member, having a top and bottom, and at least one support portion located within the base member and each support portion includes at least one opening for frictionally securing a plant. Preferably,... | 11/05/2002 |
| 6422175 | Decorative attachment for an aquarium A decorative attachment for an aquarium for creating natural looking scenic features for an aquarium. The decorative attachment for an aquarium includes a wall assembly including a wall structure having a front wall and a back wall being spaced from the f... | 07/23/2002 |
| 6363889 | Apparatus for creating an underwater, air-filled environment A portable apparatus is adapted to provide an underwater living environment for air breathing creatures in, for example, an aquarium. The apparatus includes a housing with a sealed upper portion and an open lower portion to allow the creatures to enter in... | 04/02/2002 |
| 6343567 | Synthetic aquatic structure and method A neutrally buoyant synthetic aquatic structure may be used to treat a body of water by removing nutrients and other materials from the water. According to another aspect of the invention, the synthetic structure may be used to promote and/or control the ... | 02/05/2002 |
| 6332430 | Aquarium accessory device An aquarium accessory device which when installed within an aquarium substantially functions as an aesthetically pleasing blind for concealment of unsightly algae covered items. Such items may include typical water filters, heaters, etc.... | 12/25/2001 |
| 6327997 | Combination aquarium and furniture system A combination aquarium and furniture system constructed to accommodate small animals in a human-like setting and for enhancing the aesthetic nature of various living environments, which includes both saltwater and freshwater. To complement the system, a b... | 12/11/2001 |
| 6309714 | Decorative submersible fish tank sculpture A decorative submersible sculpture is described in which a submersible hollow body is formed with a peripheral wall structure. The wall structure defines an internal receptacle of a prescribed decorative shape that is configured to be filled by a visually... | 10/30/2001 |
| 6276303 | Aerator holder A holder (4) for retaining an aerator conduit (5) for placement on the bottom (6) of an aquarium tank (1). The holder has a trough with at least one side wall (11a,b) and a retaining means, such as channel (12), in the trough. The holder may be supported ... | 08/21/2001 |
| 6230654 | Synthetic aquatic structure, method of controlling an aquatic environment, and aquarium A synthetic structure is used to simultaneously provide food, shelter and reproductive support for many aquatic species. Synthetic seagrass may be produced in the form of flexible mats with a plurality of ribbons. The lower ends of the ribbons are anchore... | 05/15/2001 |
| 6165036 | Water tank for wireless remote-controlled underwater toys A water tank provides an activity space for an underwater wireless remote-controlled toy. A wireless transmitter is positioned within the water tank and emits wireless remote-control signals to the toy, whereby underwater movement of the toy is controlled... | 12/26/2000 |
| 6128863 | Fish and marine mammal observatory featuring a carousel that moves within a sealed aquatic environment A fish and marine mammal aquatic observatory. The observatory comprises an outer cylindrical wall and an inner cylindrical wall that define an enclosed annular volume. The inner cylindrical wall is formed of a transparent material, e.g., glass or reinforc... | 10/10/2000 |
| 6109210 | Fish feeding device and game The fish feeding game of the present invention includes a floating game device which defines the boundaries of the game and a floating fish feeding device. Movement of the floating fish feeding device within the boundaries of the game defines play of the ... | 08/29/2000 |
| 6083576 | Decorative submersible fish tank sculpture A decorative submersible sculpture is described in which a submersible hollow body is formed with a peripheral wall structure. The wall structure defines an internal receptacle of a prescribed decorative shape that is configured to be substantially filled... | 07/04/2000 |
| 6073585 | Aquarium sand fountain An aquarium fountain for the improved circulation in a cascading manner of a fixed quantity of particulate matter such as sand. The fountain includes a housing having a receptacle for containing and receiving the fixed quantity of sand. The housing includ... | 06/13/2000 |
| 6029606 | Underwater apparatus for an aquarium and related methods Novel structures and methods are disclosed for creating and maintaining an underwater air chamber beneath a volume of water within a conventional aquarium for access by amphibious life within the aquarium to permit the amphibious life to selectively leave... | 02/29/2000 |
| 5957085 | Underwater apparatus for an aquarium and related methods Novel structures and methods are disclosed for creating and maintaining an underwater air chamber beneath a volume of water within a conventional aquarium for access by amphibious life within the aquarium to permit the amphibious life to selectively leave... | 09/28/1999 |
| 5857430 | Magnetic display apparatus for aquarium Apparatus (10) for attaching an object (O) to a sidewall (S) of an aquarium (A). A magnet (18) is attached to an object to be placed inside the aquarium. A niche or pocket (14) is formed in the side (16) of the object which will abut the inside wall of th... | 01/12/1999 |
| 5855982 | Article anchoring accessory for use within an enclosure An article anchoring accessory includes a support element for reception within an enclosure, such as for example an aquarium, serving as an anchoring structure to which objects can be secured. The support element will conveniently be of relatively widened... | 01/05/1999 |
| 5832876 | Pet animal living structures The invention is concerned with a pet animal structure for insertion into a transparent tank. The structure is in a single piece with upper and lower body parts. The lower body part has floors for movement of the animal and the upper body part has a shoul... | 11/10/1998 |
| 5722347 | Floating island for aquarium A floating island for an aquarium according to the invention includes a board-shaped floating island body, a supporting rod and a fixing device. One or a plurality of the supporting rod are slidably inserted in the floating island body in the direction of... | 03/03/1998 |
| 5640929 | Underwater planter A planter for retaining gravel and landscaping effects in underwater settings such as an aquarium is disclosed. The invention comprises a plurality of retaining walls disposed in an upstanding spaced apart relationship for forming a plurality of landscapi... | 06/24/1997 |
