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Pisces Aqua Natural Delta Freshwater Sand 10lb

Pisces Aqua Natural Delta Freshwater Sand 10lb

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Pisces USA AquaNatural Substrates are a range of high-quality, natural substrates designed for aquariums and aquascaping. They are natural, compatible with various aquatic environments, and able to support a variety of healthy aquatic ecosystems. AquaNatural substrates come in different types and sizes, catering to the needs of all freshwater aquariums.

AquaNatural substrates are made from natural materials such as river gravels and sands. They are harvested and processed to maintain their natural appearance while ensuring they are safe and non-toxic for aquarium use. These substrates are free from artificial colors, dyes, and coatings, making them a safe choice for sensitive aquatic life, including fish, invertebrates, and plants.

All substrates have been triple washed before packaging, often resulting in low dust.This makes them easier to clean and less likely to cloud the water during setup.

AquaNatural gravels and sands are suitable for planted aquariums, offering a stable base for plant roots and promoting healthy growth.

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LIGHT

LOW: Place coral at the bottom of the tank. Depending on the type, coral may need to be placed off sand and therefore mounted on a ceramic disc of piece of rock.

MEDIUM: Place coral at mid-range of the tank. Best placed/glued on top of a rock scape at mid-range height. 

HIGH: Place coral from mid range to just below water level. SPS coral are shallow growing so they require and are able to tolerate intense light.

FLOW

LOW: Most soft coral do well with a small, gentle pulse. There are certain corals that can even be placed in areas of indirect flow, meaning places aside a rock structure or set into a entrance to a cave style space.

MEDIUM: Many LPS types of coral prefer medium pulse current. Most Euphyllia or corals that have more tissue structure connected to their skeleton, don’t like to be in a high flow area like the direct flow of the wave pump.

HIGH: Similar to high light, SPS enjoy being in some heavy current. Most LPS and SPS that branch encrust or plate prefer high flow that simulates the top water waves.

SKILL

ENTRY: While some may say beginner level, "Entry" is a good term to be used when starting out in the world of corals and marine life. Prior to adding livestock, you want to ensure that your reef has the proper parameters including zero levels of ammonia and nitrite. Seeing traces of nitrate in your waters is a good sign - just keep them at a lower level of 2ppm to 10ppm. Maintaining correct temperature and salinity are a huge factor to stable parameters. Starting to monitor your PH, alkalinity, calcium and magnesium is a great habit to get into to keep a successful reef.

While some soft coral don’t require too much light, having a proper reef light that puts out the proper pars is very important. You'll also want to have a good amount of flow and protected rock areas, as placing corals in their happy spot is ideal for success.

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