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excerpt = 'Be sure to check up on your friends. Their tanks may be too warm or too cold. Clean up algae to earn an additional level bonus! When you’re away, they can help with your tank too. Diligent friends can keep a happy and healthy community of tanks!';
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excerpt = 'Shrimp, Hermit Crabs even the Maxima Clam will brighten up any tank. Send creatures to your friends. Then make sure they return the favor! Collect them all and start a mini creature party in your aquarium!';
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