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Pisces Bio-Live Galaxy Sand Freshwater Substrate 5lb
Pisces Bio-Live Galaxy Sand Freshwater Substrate 5lb
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Galaxy Sand Bio-Substate 5lb
Product Details
All Aqua Natural gravel or substrates are 100% natural, sustainably sourced, triple washed and kiln dried. Our meticulously graded gravels and sands are the perfect natural substrates for any aquarium including planted tanks. Our high quality products create natural beauty combined with large surface areas for beneficial bacteria colonies and easy cleaning.
Nitrifying Bacteria
Pack contains bio activated live nitrifying bacteria to either use as a primary substrate or mix with substrate for a healthy aquarium. Contains a patented blend of live nitrosomas and nitrobacter bacteria which break down and convert harmful ammonia, into nitrates.
Directions for use:
PRIMARY (not mixed with Dry Substrate)
Usage Calculator: Use 1lb (450g) of Bio-Substrate for every 1 gallons (3.8 litres) of water.
• DO NOT rinse before use.
• Spread substrate and fill with water slowly. Avoid stirring up the substrate.
• Once the tank is filled, start your filter. Any cloudy appearance should clear over time.
MIXED (mixed with Dry Substrate)
Usage Calculator: Use 1lb (450g) of mixed LIVE Bio-Substrate and DRY Substrate for every 1 gallons (3.8 litres) of water. Mixing ratio is 1:4 (1 LIVE to 4 DRY).
• DO NOT rinse before use.
• Mix Bio-Substrate and Dry Substrate thoroughly.
• Now spread mixed substrate and fill with water slowly. Avoid stirring up the substrate.
• Once the tank is filled, start your filter.
• Any cloudy appearance should clear over time.
LIVE nitrosomas and nitrobacter bacteria are harmless to marine life. Use with any corresponding Dry Aqua Natural
Collapsible content
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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