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Aqua Natural Sugar White Sand Bio-Substrate 5lb for Aquariums, Sand seeded with Start up bio-Active nitrifying Bacteria

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Features

  • Seeded with bio-active live nitrifying bacteria
  • Use as a primary substrate or mix with Aqua Natural Sugar White Sand
  • Cycles aquarium instantly
  • Great for aquatic plants

Description

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. 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.

Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 4 x 6 inches; 4.98 Pounds


Item model number ‏ : ‎ BIOFRESH008


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ May 2, 2023


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Pisces USA


Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Wonderful Product
I bought additional sand substrate locally. It would leave a plume of dust and some of it would rise towards the surface. Does not have the fine feel as this particular substrate. You place it into the tank and it glides to the bottom. Kinda hard to explain. Some people are complaining about the color. What do you expect, it's a natural color, therefore it won't be a white, white. I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT. Infact, I ordered more. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2023 by Becca

  • Small bag/but pretty
The media could not be loaded. The size of the bag kinda surprised me I was expecting it to be a little bigger for the price I paid but I also didn't pay attention to the size being 5lbs if your adding any substrate like stardum or underneth it I suggest 3 bags for a 10 gallon I did 2 which covered it but I feel like three would have been better just for my substrate not to come thru.. The color is nice I did read the reviews so I kinda knew it was going to be a hit or miss but I like the color it is a creme color and not a white which is kind of a let down but 🤷🏻♀️.. it says to not rinse which obviously you shouldn't if its supposed to help start your tank up. i didn't have any problems with dust or anything but i also added the sand first before the water and i slowly added water into another object until half way so there wouldn't be as bad of a splash (i just did this yesterday so the pictures are recent) The quality is pretty nice will give an update later on ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2023 by Lou Lou

  • Love this product!
I loved the color and super fine texture! I put it in a 55 gal long for my future African Clawed frogs. I didn't experience any cloudiness when I put it in my tank. My plants are thriving in it. I need 3 more bags. I'm pretty sure it has helped speed up the cycling process . I highly recommend.
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2023 by Riley Riley

  • Got Exactly What I Expected
Perfect product for the needs - which was a new tank. Sure, it gets cloudy if you dump it in, but that's par for the course. I didn't and wouldn't want to "rinse it" due to the beneficial bacteria in the sand. I also didn't expect perfect white as this product says "Natural.." right in the title, the other product they sell do not use the word "natural" in the title and is pure white. But I am creating a realistic scene and opted for this natural sand tone. The tank is just 2 full weeks in + a few days, plants went in at week 1, and fish were added on Day 1 of week 3.. which was 3 days ago. All are fine and lively - fish and plants. No complaints, I should have bought more, but that was my fault - I offset with regular play sand as this can be mixed 4:1 with other substrates. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2023 by Eric Bonneman

  • Perfect
Exactly what I was looking for. Not much dust and no residue left in the water!
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2023 by Danielle

  • Prime shipping was 3 days late
Great product Prime shipping went it says next day usually arrive in 3-4 day I'm paying a lot of money for prime and not getting prime service. if it continues I will be forced to cancel my prime account
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2023 by Eric

  • Great substrate
Love the sand especially for starting a new tank, but getting it out since it's already wet is a pain in the butt.
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2023 by Andrewl07

  • Bag size
Too small amount for a 20 gallon
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2023 by David Salas

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