Aquasaurs

by Uncle Milton

Product Features

• You can now watch live Aquasaurs swim in an amazing prehistoric environment that's 250 million years in the making
• Includes live Aquasaur eggs that hatch when placed in water, and a habitat that features an underwater volcano
• Also includes Aquasaur food and manual
• Habitat measures approximately 10" x 6" x 10"
• Adequate food is provided in this kit however, "crab food" from a local pet store will act as Aquasaur food

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 9 x 11.2 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B00008YSSS
• Item model number: UM002-1
• Our recommended age: 6 - 10 years
• Manufacturer recommended age: 6 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #44,831 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (61 customer reviews)

Product Description

Aquasaurs are prehistoric creatures that can grow up to 2 inches, and you can now watch live Aquasaurs swim in an amazing prehistoric environment that's 250 million years in the making. Includes live Aquasaur eggs that hatch when placed in water, and a habitat that features an underwater volcano. Also includes Aquasaur food and manual. Habitat measures approximately 10" x 6" x 10" tall.

Eggs may take up to a week to hatch but typically will hatch within a few days. Aquasaurs live approximately between 20 and 90 days after hatching. Adequate food is provided in this kit; however, "crab food" from a local pet store will act as Aquasaur food.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

55 of 59 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Much better than sea monkeys!!, October 30, 2003

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A. Williams "Parque" (Delaware, USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Aquasaurs (Toy)

My 6 year old is really enjoying his Aquasaurs. They start out as eggs and within a day or so you see little dots swimming around. Each day they grow like crazy! After two weeks we have two that are fully grown !! The only drawback so far, is that after a few days the water starts getting murky. The suggestion is to scoop half the water out and put new water in, but I didn't find that to help. I eventually scooped out the fish and then cleaned the tank out. You also MUST use bottled spring water. Tap water will kill the fish. So you have to have plenty on hand for the risning and cleaning and refilling of the tank. Also, a parent is needed to help with the cleaning. The feeding is easy, as the food is provided. Aside from the work, it's really fun to see how big they will get and if any new ones are born.

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Why clean the tank?, March 4, 2004

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Willard (New York) - See all my reviews

= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Aquasaurs (Toy)

I really don't understand the other reviews of this item. Maybe I misread the instructions, but I did not see anything about cleaning the tank or changing the water. The only caveat was that you need to be careful not to put too much food in the water (which might cause too much algal growth). A number of our aquasaurs hatched and two survived and have grown to about an inch in two weeks. They are interesting looking creatures (very different from brine shrimp) and very active. A little algae has grown on the bottom but it is really no problem. My understanding is that these things evolved to live in puddles, for crying out loud. Leave them alone. Let them live for a few weeks and when they die, throw out the water. My son loves watching them grow and cavort around the tank, and I hope we will get another batch from the remaining eggs.

17 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Super Fun, Gross and a Exciting Desktop Accessory, August 5, 2005

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A. Zahorik (Manhattan Beach, CA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Aquasaurs (Toy)

I was a bit skeptical about this venture because of some negitive reviews. But I will tell you that this has been a great fun summer science project .
I hatched 7 Aquasaurs and 1 Sea monkey from half the egg pack provided. I have 3 large Aqusaurs left, they are each over an inch long! Just follow the directions and place a lamp over the tank to help keep the temperature just right ( it's simple) and you will have a great experience.
They are a bit gross and creepy, they hatched in a day, barely visible and in 4-5 days were noticibly larger. They grow at a super fast rate that at times is kind of spooky.
When the monsters are a bit larger I recommend taking out half of the water with a cheap turkey baster once a week and refill.
It gets kind of sludgy at the bottom.
I have the tank on my desk at work and it has been the talk of the office this summer. Everyone checks the status of the Aquasaurs.
Great product!