rroselavy,
Thank you for your comment, it is greatly appreciated. I like your idea of starting a 30 or 40 gallon tank. Can you tell me if my Marineland Emperor 280 Filtration system could be used if I did choose this option, or would I need to buy a new one? I like your idea but as I have stated, I don't have a lot of money to spend on aquariums, and as I'm sure everyone knows, aquarium-keeping can be a very expensive hobby. The reason the aquapod appeals to me is because it comes with almost everything I will need as far as equipment, and I really like the lighting system. How much do you think the 40 gallon you are proposing would cost me? A huge price difference from the aquapod? And also what would you suggest for a
skimmer? I was looking at the CPR Bak-Pak 2. Thanks again for your help and all comments are welcome and will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance for future comments.