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Self-Cleaning Fish Tanks

The Avo Fish Tank Takes Care of Itself

— October 17, 2014 — Lifestyle
The Avo is a self-cleaning fish tank designed by Susan Shelley of Noux.

A fish is probably the most low-maintenance pet you could own. They don't need to be walked or cuddled or entertained; all they ask is that you keep their tank clean and sprinkle a few fish flakes in there once a day. Simple enough. Yet the Avo makes being a fish-owner even easier than it already is by implementing a filtration system that creates an ecosystem of plants, fish and bacteria.

The tank, which has been without a cleaning for the past 18 months, features a discrete cleaner, plant pods and lights that change color. The project has surpassed its Kickstarter funding goal by over ten grand with 44 days to go.
Trend Themes
1. Self-cleaning Fish Tanks - The Avo fish tank uses a filtration system to create an ecosystem, minimizing the need for tank cleaning and maintenance.
2. Integration of Plants, Fish, and Bacteria - The Avo fish tank utilizes a symbiotic relationship between plants, fish, and bacteria, offering opportunities for innovative aquaponics systems.
3. Smart Fish Tanks - The Avo fish tank incorporates lights that change color, showcasing the potential for interactive and customizable aquarium experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The self-cleaning fish tanks like Avo offer disruptive innovation opportunities in the home decor industry, combining functionality and aesthetic appeal.
2. Aquarium Supplies - The integration of plants, fish, and bacteria in innovative fish tank designs opens up new avenues for the aquarium supplies industry to develop sustainable and eco-friendly products.
3. Smart Home Technology - The Avo fish tank's smart features, such as changing lights, present opportunities for the smart home technology industry to expand into the realm of pet care and entertainment.
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