Caribsea LifeRock Caves - Each
Overview
CaribSea LifeRock Caves are the ideal structure to give fish that special place to call home!
LifeRock Caves make great hides for fish (especially eels and grouper). LifeRock Caves are about 11 x 8 x 7, and can stand alone or be used in a larger rockscape.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
We sell LifeRock Caves by the piece. Discounts are available for a full box (3 pieces - approximately 30lb)! Images are a representation of what you can expect to receive.
Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Donuts - Each
Overview
LifeRock Donuts are perfect for instant swim through spaces or large coral seats.
Diameter is approximately 8 inches and a depth of 2 to 3 inches.
Not a drilled hole, LifeRock Donuts look natural and pretty.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
Approximate Size: 8" x 2.5"
Images are a representation of what you can expect to receive.
Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Nano Arches - Each
Overview
LifeRock Nano Arches are the perfect live rock for dynamic marine aquascaping.
Use 2 or 3 in a stack and make beautiful, open Nano reef structures.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
We sell LifeRock Nano Arches by the piece. Discounts are available for a full box (4 pieces - approximately 12lb)! Images are a representation of what you can expect to receive.
Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Nano Reef Kit
Overview
LifeRock begins as a sunlit piece of Pleistocene era seafloor thriving with living creatures. Over the next 100 millennia and the retreat of the ocean, this ancient piece of seafloor, now well inland, has formed a pure, aragonite-bearing rock. This clean base rock is 97% calcium carbonate with minor and trace elements such as strontium, magnesium, and barium.
This base has an amazing 50% void space which will provide residence for billions of water-purifying bacteria. LifeRock is infused with bacteria using AragAlive technology which results in a reduction of traditional cycling times. Each piece of LifeRock has multiple engineered aragonite coatings that not only maintain the extensive macro-and micro- porosity but yield the soft muted colors of a living reef.
LifeRock is a superior rock of true marine origin without hitchhikers, organics, or algae. No curing is required. With LifeRock you will get the look of an established reef from Day 1.
The LifeRock Nano Reef Kit contains two Nano Arches, each approximately 8 by 2 inches plus small original liferock.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
Images are a representation of what you can expect to receive. Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Nano Rock Original - 10lb
Overview
CaribSea LifeRock Original Nano is the perfect live rock for smaller sized marine aquariums.
Reef Safe, and infused with living, spored bacteria, LifeRock looks great and goes to work from day one! No curing, no hitchhikers, LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box. Pieces range from grapefruit to football size.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Nano Tree
Overview
LifeRock begins as a sunlit piece of Pleistocene era seafloor thriving with living creatures. Over the next 100 millennia and the retreat of the ocean, this ancient piece of seafloor, now well inland, has formed a pure, aragonite-bearing rock. This clean base rock is 97% calcium carbonate with minor and trace elements such as strontium, magnesium, and barium.
This base has an amazing 50% void space which will provide residence for billions of water-purifying bacteria. LifeRock is infused with bacteria using AragAlive technology which results in a reduction of traditional cycling times. Each piece of LifeRock has multiple engineered aragonite coatings that not only maintain the extensive macro-and micro- porosity but yield the soft muted colors of a living reef.
LifeRock is a superior rock of true marine origin without hitchhikers, organics, or algae. No curing is required. With LifeRock you will get the look of an established reef from Day 1.
This complete modular structure has two nano arches, one nano base, and one 7-inch Reef Rod to make creating the perfect nanoscape easy and fast. The final sculpture is uniquely yours as there are numerous ways to set up your display, and it builds to approximately 11 x 7 x 11 inches, ideal for just about any nano tank.
This design gives even smaller aquariums a bold and dramatic look with not only plenty of open swim area but lots of real estate for coral placement as well.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
Images are a representation of what you can expect to receive. Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Original - 1lb
Overview
CaribSea LifeRock Original is the perfect live rock for marine aquariums.
Reef Safe, and infused with living, spored bacteria, LifeRock looks great and goes to work from day one! No curing, no hitchhikers, LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box. Pieces range form grapefruit to football size.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
Pieces range form grapefruit to football size
We sell LifeRock Original Rock by the pound. Discounts are available over 20lbs - Note smallest piece size is 2lbs. Images are a representation of what you can expect to receive. Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Original - 20lb
Overview
CaribSea LifeRock Original is the perfect live rock for marine aquariums.
Reef Safe, and infused with living, spored bacteria, LifeRock looks great and goes to work from day one! No curing, no hitchhikers, LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box. Pieces range form grapefruit to football size.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
Pieces range form grapefruit to football size
We sell LifeRock Original Rock by the pound. Discounts are available over 20lbs - Note smallest piece size is 2lbs. Images are a representation of what you can expect to receive. Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Original - 40lb
Overview
CaribSea LifeRock Original is the perfect live rock for marine aquariums.
Reef Safe, and infused with living, spored bacteria, LifeRock looks great and goes to work from day one! No curing, no hitchhikers, LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box. Pieces range form grapefruit to football size.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
Pieces range form grapefruit to football size
We sell LifeRock Original Rock by the pound. Discounts are available over 20lbs - Note smallest piece size is 2lbs. Images are a representation of what you can expect to receive. Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Reef Forest Extension Kit
Overview
The New Reef Forest with Extension Kit takes open reef scaping to a new level.
The base, 6 arches, and 6 spacers stack quickly to give you a three-dimensional design with plenty of negative space and massive surface area for corals and other inverts. It even has predrilled frag holes for easy placement.
Set up something incredible in minutes with no cements or glue needed! The potential designs are nearly limitless, each scape is your own unique design.
Being modular, you can easily separate fighting corals and re-scape as needed, or just change things around for a new look. In its full form, the Reef Forest with Extension Kit measures roughly 22 x 22 x 22.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
Approximate Size when assembled: 22 x 22 x 22"
Images are a representation of what you can expect to receive. Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Reef Forest Kit with Arches
Overview
CaribSea's Reef Forest Kit provides you with a variety of LifeRock pieces and building rods to create the aquascape of your dreams.
Each Kit includes a base, 3 arches, and 3 spacers which you can stack quickly to give you a three-dimensional design with plenty of negative space and a large surface area for corals and other inverts. It even has predrilled frag holes for easy placement, so you can set up something incredible in minutes with no cements or glue!
Being modular, you can easily separate fighting corals and re-scape as needed, or just change things around for a new look whenever inspiration strikes.
As with all LifeRock varieties, Reef Forest Kits are infused with living, spored bacteria to compress your cycle and need NO curing.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
Approximate Size when assembled: 20 x 12"
Images are a representation of what you can expect to receive. Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Reef Tree Extension Kit
Overview
Enjoy dramatic reef aquarium landscapes with greater convenience and without the need for adhesives.
With the Caribsea LifeRock Reef Tree, you can easily construct dynamic arched rock structures in seconds thanks to its clever, customizable design. The Caribsea LifeRock Reef Tree includes four unique pieces of manufactured aragonite "live rock" and a support rod that allow fast and easy construction of arched rock structures with an aesthetic flair.
Simply thread the aragonite pieces through the support rod in the arrangement of your choosing for a dramatic rock structure that injects a fantastic structural element to your reef aquarium landscape.
The LifeRock Tree Extention Kit provides additional rock pieces and one support rod to add additional interesting features to your aquascape. The Tree Extension Kit includes two hand-made arching rock pieces with naturally varying shapes, which are pre-drilled to accept the stabilizing rod which will hold everything in place.
LifeRock is manufactured from natural base rock comprised of 97% calcium carbonate with minor and trace elements such as strontium, magnesium, and barium. Multiple coatings of engineered aragonite is carefully layered on to the base rock to maintain porosity while yielding soft muted colors of a living reef. It is then infused with bacteria using AragAlive technology to jump start the cycling process. With LifeRock, you can enjoy the full beauty and benefits of real live rock without unwanted hitchhikers, organics, or algae. No curing is required.
With LifeRock you will get the look of an established reef from Day 1!Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Reef Tree with Arches
Overview
Enjoy dramatic reef aquarium landscapes with greater convenience and without the need for adhesives.
With the Caribsea LifeRock Reef Tree, you can easily construct dynamic arched rock structures in seconds thanks to its clever, customizable design. The Caribsea LifeRock Reef Tree includes four unique pieces of manufactured aragonite "live rock" and a support rod that allow fast and easy construction of arched rock structures with an aesthetic flair.
Simply thread the aragonite pieces through the support rod in the arrangement of your choosing for a dramatic rock structure that injects a fantastic structural element to your reef aquarium landscape.
Caribsea LifeRock Reef Tree includes (4) four assorted pieces of LifeRock (1x Large & 3x Arch) and a support rod. The Caribsea LifeRock Reef Tree measures approximately 16" x 16"x 20" high when assembled (dimension will vary depending on arrangement).
LifeRock is manufactured from natural base rock comprised of 97% calcium carbonate with minor and trace elements such as strontium, magnesium, and barium. Multiple coatings of engineered aragonite is carefully layered on to the base rock to maintain porosity while yielding soft muted colors of a living reef. It is then infused with bacteria using AragAlive technology to jump start the cycling process. With LifeRock, you can enjoy the full beauty and benefits of real live rock without unwanted hitchhikers, organics, or algae. No curing is required.
With LifeRock you will get the look of an established reef from Day 1!Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Shapes - 20lb
Overview
LifeRock Shapes are the most fantastic LifeRocks yet!
A beautiful assortment of tunnels, arches, and holey pieces to make any tank spectacular. Use as accents or 100% for the wildest tank ever!
Includes: 1 - Tunnel, 1 - Cave & 2 - Arches
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Table Rock
Overview
LifeRock Table Rocks are a great way to display corals and still leave plenty of swim space underneath. Stacking table rocks within a regular reef scape can add tons of horizontal coral platform areas without slowing up your water flow. It's a easy way to get high light loving corals closer to the lights and at the same time create a darker area undernath for lower light inverts like some hammer corals and frogspawn.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
Approximate Size: 18" x 12" x 5"
Images are a representation of what you can expect to receive. Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea LifeRock Ultimate Branch Clusters - 2 Pack
Overview
Are you looking to take your scape to the next levelNew Ultimate Shelf Rock and Ultimate Branch Clusters are the perfect accents for any reef or fish tank.
Ultimate Branch Clusters mimic craggy, dramatic back reef zones and make for an exciting swim/hide area for fish. Or simply add more height to your reef without starting from scratch.
Features
Perfect live rock for marine aquariums
Reef Safe
Infused with living, spored bacteria
No curing, no hitchhikers
LifeRock is ready to be used right out of the box
Approximate Size of each cluster: 12" x 9"
Images are a representation of what you can expect to receive. Shipping: Liferock rock can be fragile. J&L Aquatics makes every effort to properly and securely pack all types of rock. However, we have no control how freight carriers handle it and it may break during shipping. Unfortunately, this is not covered by insurance so we are unable to replace broken pieces.
Caribsea Mineral Mud Substrate - 1 Gallon
Overview
Great for Mud Refugiums, Seagrasses, Macro-Algae, and Mangroves.
The benefits of mud without the mess - a proven performer Mineral Mud - a unique blend of sediments that duplicate tropical fringing coastal mangrove environments. Its particles are in a size range compatible with soft, burrowing infaunal, macro animal assemblages. Ideal for mud refugiums, seagrasses, macro-algaes, and mangroves,
Mineral Mud provides a variety of trace elements plus calcium, strontium, iron, sulfur and free carbon. In addition, Mineral Mud contains live marine bacteria to complete the tropical ecosystem. About 82 pounds per cubic foot.
One Gallon - Approximate weight: 13lbs.
Caribsea Ocean Direct Oolite Live Sand - 40lb
Overview
Simply Natural - Enjoy this real Caribbean live sand in a breathable bag with no added chemicals or special processing.Simply Effective - Ocean Direct is different than all other live sand products on the market. This live sand utilizes patent pending Sea Breathe laser technology which preserves real live sand with its own original bacteria.
Every bag of Ocean Direct is alive and breathing with up to 1000 times more beneficial bacteria than other preservation methods. Every grain of Ocean Direct is coated with bacteria and encapsulated by capillary action in a thin film of real ocean water. The thin film is open to the atmosphere for unparalleled gas exchange. This results in high counts of natural and beneficial bacteria with no noxious buildup of metabolic by-products.Simply Perfect - Ocean direct supplies the perfect union of physics and biology!
Ocean Direct Oolite is known for its uniquely spherical uniform gradation. This ultra fine, creamy white substrate is a favorite of the cutting edge reef-keeper, and popular for shallow and deep sand beds alike.
Burrowing inverts, gill sifting fish, and soft bellied rays and sharks will especially appreciate the smooth, rounded grains.
Deep oolitic beds are renowned for their propensity to create a truly "living" sand bed by creating a haven for worms and other benthic invertebrates. This material is almost exclusively sub 1mm oolite, most of this will be less than 0.60mm in size.
Specifications
Typical Size: 0.25 - 1.0mm
Average Density: 96 pounds per cubic foot
Caribsea Ocean Direct Original Live Sand - 40lb
Overview
Simply Natural - Enjoy this real Caribbean live sand in a breathable bag with no added chemicals or special processing.Simply Effective - Ocean Direct is different than all other live sand products on the market. This live sand utilizes patent pending Sea Breathe laser technology which preserves real live sand with its own original bacteria.
Every bag of Ocean Direct is alive and breathing with up to 1000 times more beneficial bacteria than other preservation methods. Every grain of Ocean Direct is coated with bacteria and encapsulated by capillary action in a thin film of real ocean water. The thin film is open to the atmosphere for unparalleled gas exchange. This results in high counts of natural and beneficial bacteria with no noxious buildup of metabolic by-products.Simply Perfect - Ocean direct supplies the perfect union of physics and biology!
Specifications
Typical Size: 0.25 - 6.5mm
Average Density: 87 pounds per cubic foot
Caribsea Ocean Direct Original Live Sand - 5lb
Overview
Simply Natural - Enjoy this real Caribbean live sand in a breathable bag with no added chemicals or special processing.Simply Effective - Ocean Direct is different than all other live sand products on the market. This live sand utilizes patent pending Sea Breathe laser technology which preserves real live sand with its own original bacteria.
Every bag of Ocean Direct is alive and breathing with up to 1000 times more beneficial bacteria than other preservation methods. Every grain of Ocean Direct is coated with bacteria and encapsulated by capillary action in a thin film of real ocean water. The thin film is open to the atmosphere for unparalleled gas exchange. This results in high counts of natural and beneficial bacteria with no noxious buildup of metabolic by-products.Simply Perfect - Ocean direct supplies the perfect union of physics and biology!
Specifications
Typical Size: 0.25 - 6.5mm
Average Density: 87 pounds per cubic foot
Caribsea Peace River Aquarium Gravel - 20lb
Overview
Create a supernatural experience by re-creating the natural world in your home.
Enjoy a piece of the Rio Negro as it winds its way through dark and brooding jungles. Own a sliver of the sunlit Sri Lankan gravel streams famous for sapphires and rubies. Dramatic black sand rivers and beaches grace the flanks of verdant tropical islands capped by smouldering volcanoes.
These exotic locales provide the backdrop for some of the world's most spectacular aquatic life.
The Super Naturals' line is specially selected and crafted to match these exotic environments.
Features
Ideal for most all freshwater aquaria including discus, tetras, angelfish, water turtles, rays, plants, cichlids and more. Super Naturals may also be used in marine of African cichlid aquariums.
pH neutral. Will not increase carbonate hardness
Unique sand sized grains resist collection of detritus, fish waste, and food within the substrate bed. Super Naturals makes maintenance easier. Spend less time vacuuming your gravel and more time enjoying your aquarium!
Super Naturals small, smooth grains are fish friendly! Perfect for rays and other bottom dwelling or sand sifting fish and invertebrates.
No artificial dyes or paints to flake off, Super Naturals is as nature intended.
Proven to reduce nitrates better than regular aquarium gravel
Typical Size: 1.0 - 2.0mm
Average Density: 93 pounds per cubic foot
Caribsea Peace River Aquarium Gravel - 5lb
Overview
Create a supernatural experience by re-creating the natural world in your home.
Enjoy a piece of the Rio Negro as it winds its way through dark and brooding jungles. Own a sliver of the sunlit Sri Lankan gravel streams famous for sapphires and rubies. Dramatic black sand rivers and beaches grace the flanks of verdant tropical islands capped by smouldering volcanoes.
These exotic locales provide the backdrop for some of the world's most spectacular aquatic life.
The Super Naturals' line is specially selected and crafted to match these exotic environments.
Features
Ideal for most all freshwater aquaria including discus, tetras, angelfish, water turtles, rays, plants, cichlids and more. Super Naturals may also be used in marine of African cichlid aquariums.
pH neutral. Will not increase carbonate hardness
Unique sand sized grains resist collection of detritus, fish waste, and food within the substrate bed. Super Naturals makes maintenance easier. Spend less time vacuuming your gravel and more time enjoying your aquarium!
Super Naturals small, smooth grains are fish friendly! Perfect for rays and other bottom dwelling or sand sifting fish and invertebrates.
No artificial dyes or paints to flake off, Super Naturals is as nature intended.
Proven to reduce nitrates better than regular aquarium gravel
Typical Size: 1.0 - 2.0mm
Average Density: 93 pounds per cubic foot
Caribsea Purple-Up Accelerator - 16 oz
Overview
PurpleUp uses a unique dual method approach to coralline algae acceleration. This approach is so unique that PurpleUp has been awarded a US patent (US patent No. 7,565,883).
It contains ionic calcium; which immediately raises dissolved calcium levels in your aquarium water. At the same time Super Sea Calcium (a 10 micron aragonite powder derived from natural seawater) targets the live rock surface. This dissolves in situ; delivering calcium, strontium, magnesium, and carbonate right where it's needed.
PurpleUp also replenishes iodine; an essential element for coralline algae tissues that quickly becomes depleted in closed systems. PurpleUp is not a fertilizer, it does not promote the growth of nuisance algae.
Features
Not a Fertilizer: Encourages the growth of desirable pink and purple coralline algae and not nuisance algae. Unique Dual Method Approach to Coralline Algae Acceleration
Ionic Calcium: Immediately raises dissolved calcium levels in the aquarium water.
10 Micron Aragonite: Targets the live rock surface where it dissolves in situ delivering calcium, strontium, magnesium and carbonate right where it's needed.
Iodine Replenishment: Purple Up also replenishes iodine, an essential element for coralline algae tissues that becomes quickly depleted in closed systems.Easy To Use: One bottle replaces the typical multi-product recipe for successful coralline algae growth favored by advanced aquarists.
Contains Super Sea Calcium: Natural calcium derived from pristine, tropical oceans.
Caribsea Seafloor Special Grade Sand - 40lb
Overview
A revolution in reef keeping! This is the one you've been reading about in all the hobbyist publications.
This grade of aragonite is specifically engineered for plenum type nitrate reducing beds.
The pore water space created by precision grading also allows maximum pH support and dissolution of calcium carbonate.
Specifications
Typical Size: 1.0 - 2.0mm
Average Density: 85 pounds per cubic foot
Caribsea Sunset Gold Aquarium Sand - 20lb
Overview
Create a supernatural experience by re-creating the natural world in your home.
Enjoy a piece of the Rio Negro as it winds its way through dark and brooding jungles. Own a sliver of the sunlit Sri Lankan gravel streams famous for sapphires and rubies. Dramatic black sand rivers and beaches grace the flanks of verdant tropical islands capped by smouldering volcanoes.
These exotic locales provide the backdrop for some of the world's most spectacular aquatic life.
The Super Naturals' line is specially selected and crafted to match these exotic environments.
Features
Ideal for most all freshwater aquaria including discus, tetras, angelfish, water turtles, rays, plants, cichlids and more. Super Naturals may also be used in marine of African cichlid aquariums.
pH neutral. Will not increase carbonate hardness
Unique sand sized grains resist collection of detritus, fish waste, and food within the substrate bed. Super Naturals makes maintenance easier. Spend less time vacuuming your gravel and more time enjoying your aquarium!
Super Naturals small, smooth grains are fish friendly! Perfect for rays and other bottom dwelling or sand sifting fish and invertebrates.
No artificial dyes or paints to flake off, Super Naturals is as nature intended.
Proven to reduce nitrates better than regular aquarium gravel
Typical Size: 0.25 - 1.0mm
Average Density: 94 pounds per cubic foot
Caribsea Sunset Gold Aquarium Sand - 5lb
Overview
Create a supernatural experience by re-creating the natural world in your home.
Enjoy a piece of the Rio Negro as it winds its way through dark and brooding jungles. Own a sliver of the sunlit Sri Lankan gravel streams famous for sapphires and rubies. Dramatic black sand rivers and beaches grace the flanks of verdant tropical islands capped by smouldering volcanoes.
These exotic locales provide the backdrop for some of the world's most spectacular aquatic life.
The Super Naturals' line is specially selected and crafted to match these exotic environments.
Features
Ideal for most all freshwater aquaria including discus, tetras, angelfish, water turtles, rays, plants, cichlids and more. Super Naturals may also be used in marine of African cichlid aquariums.
pH neutral. Will not increase carbonate hardness
Unique sand sized grains resist collection of detritus, fish waste, and food within the substrate bed. Super Naturals makes maintenance easier. Spend less time vacuuming your gravel and more time enjoying your aquarium!
Super Naturals small, smooth grains are fish friendly! Perfect for rays and other bottom dwelling or sand sifting fish and invertebrates.
No artificial dyes or paints to flake off, Super Naturals is as nature intended.
Proven to reduce nitrates better than regular aquarium gravel
Typical Size: 0.25 - 1.0mm
Average Density: 94 pounds per cubic foot
Wrasses are prone to jumping from the aquarium when startled or excited so we recommend a secure lid. They feel most secure when there is plenty of live rock to hide in, as well as open space for swimming. Most species may be kept in pairs or harems as long as they are added together or females first. They do not appreciate living with other species of wrasse, so any aquarium with several species must be large enough and the most peaceful species added first.They should be fed two to three times a day plenty of high quality meaty items, frozen Mysis shrimp, krill, chopped seafood, marine algae and Spirulina.Flasher wrasses are easy to keep and have active personalities. Their small size means they are safe with most invertebrates except small shrimp. They do not bother corals or anemones. As they are quite dainty we don't recommend keeping them with other types of wrasses or any large or aggressive species else they will be bullied. They may be kept in pairs or harems as long as they are added at the same time or females first. Groups with more than one male, even of different species, may be kept in large aquariums if they are added at the same time.Females of most species are nearly identical; males may also be difficult to distinguish except when flashing. Hybrid fish are common and carry traits from both species.Flasher wrasses get their name from the male's behavior of raising his fins and intensifying his coloration far beyond his normal appearance, usually to seduce a female or intimidate rival males or other species. At night time flasher wrasses hide in the rockwork and wrap themselves in a mucus cocoon to hide their scent from predators. This cocoon may be visible in the morning, and will soon dissipate into the water, and a new cocoon created each night.The striking Carpenter's wrasse is the most commonly available of the flasher wrasses. Males have several extended dorsal fin rays which may be as tall as his body; there are usually two to four of these rays. His tail is yellow and rounded with two vertical rows of dense spots in bright magenta. Similarly colored spots arranged in stripes run from his nose to the base of the tail, one on his anal fin and two on his dorsal fin. His body is a bright tangerine with a white to yellow belly. When flashing his body becomes golden, fins red, and the magenta spots become turquoise. Females have similar colors to the male at rest, mainly tangerine with rounded fins. This species is similar to the McCosker's flasher. It grows up to 3.5 inches and needs an aquarium of at least 30 gallons for a single fish, larger for a group.
Anemones have a central mouth surrounded by stinging tentacles which can capture small creatures and deliver them to the mouth. The sting is often quite strong and capable of damaging corals and injuring fish. Small fish such as firefish and dragonets may accidently swim directly into the anemone and be killed. Large anemones such as carpets may even kill larger fish. The addition of a night light greatly aids fish in avoiding the anemones. The tentacles are often very sticky and can cause painful sores. Some animals are specially adapted to live within anemones, such as Periclimenes shrimp and Porcelain crabs.Anemones receive most of their energy from the light, which should be very bright. Metal halide is the preferred lighting for most anemones. Feeding should be at least twice weekly and consist of small meaty items such as Mysis or chopped krill. Large specimens may take diced fish.The foot of the anemone enables them to adhere to glass and also to crawl around the aquarium. They can also float in the water to move quickly. Newly introduced specimens often wander for some time before settling down. At any time it may relocate, and is prone to being sucked into powerheads; all pumps should be screened for safety. Its foot is delicate and should never be damaged. Protein skimming is recommended to oxygenate the water sufficiently. Stable water conditions are important, and anemones are only recommended for mature aquariums.A spectacular animal that often grows to 24 inches or more and makes an incredible display. It prefers to bury its foot into deep sand. Its tentacles are very short and numerous. Its bright blue color is extremely rare. It may host with many clownfish species, hosting easiest with Clarkii, Percula, Saddleback, Ephippium and Skunk complex clownfish.
Anemones have a central mouth surrounded by stinging tentacles which can capture small creatures and deliver them to the mouth. The sting is often quite strong and capable of damaging corals and injuring fish. Small fish such as firefish and dragonets may accidently swim directly into the anemone and be killed. Large anemones such as carpets may even kill larger fish. The addition of a night light greatly aids fish in avoiding the anemones. The tentacles are often very sticky and can cause painful sores. Some animals are specially adapted to live within anemones, such as Periclimenes shrimp and Porcelain crabs.Anemones receive most of their energy from the light, which should be very bright. Metal halide is the preferred lighting for most anemones. Feeding should be at least twice weekly and consist of small meaty items such as Mysis or chopped krill. Large specimens may take diced fish.The foot of the anemone enables them to adhere to glass and also to crawl around the aquarium. They can also float in the water to move quickly. Newly introduced specimens often wander for some time before settling down. At any time it may relocate, and is prone to being sucked into powerheads; all pumps should be screened for safety. Its foot is delicate and should never be damaged. Protein skimming is recommended to oxygenate the water sufficiently. Stable water conditions are important, and anemones are only recommended for mature aquariums.A spectacular animal that often grows to 24 inches or more and makes an incredible display. It prefers to bury its foot into deep sand. Its tentacles are very short and numerous. It may host with many clownfish species, hosting easiest with Clarkii, Percula, Saddleback, Ephippium and Skunk complex clownfish.
Anemones have a central mouth surrounded by stinging tentacles which can capture small creatures and deliver them to the mouth. The sting is often quite strong and capable of damaging corals and injuring fish. Small fish such as firefish and dragonets may accidently swim directly into the anemone and be killed. Large anemones such as carpets may even kill larger fish. The addition of a night light greatly aids fish in avoiding the anemones. The tentacles are often very sticky and can cause painful sores. Some animals are specially adapted to live within anemones, such as Periclimenes shrimp and Porcelain crabs.Anemones receive most of their energy from the light, which should be very bright. Metal halide is the preferred lighting for most anemones. Feeding should be at least twice weekly and consist of small meaty items such as Mysis or chopped krill. Large specimens may take diced fish.The foot of the anemone enables them to adhere to glass and also to crawl around the aquarium. They can also float in the water to move quickly. Newly introduced specimens often wander for some time before settling down. At any time it may relocate, and is prone to being sucked into powerheads; all pumps should be screened for safety. Its foot is delicate and should never be damaged. Protein skimming is recommended to oxygenate the water sufficiently. Stable water conditions are important, and anemones are only recommended for mature aquariums.A spectacular animal that often grows to 24 inches or more and makes an incredible display. It prefers to bury its foot into deep sand. Its tentacles are very short and numerous. Its bright emerald color is one most widely available varieties. It may host with many clownfish species, hosting easiest with Clarkii, Percula, Saddleback, Ephippium and Skunk complex clownfish.
Anemones have a central mouth surrounded by stinging tentacles which can capture small creatures and deliver them to the mouth. The sting is often quite strong and capable of damaging corals and injuring fish. Small fish such as firefish and dragonets may accidently swim directly into the anemone and be killed. Large anemones such as carpets may even kill larger fish. The addition of a night light greatly aids fish in avoiding the anemones. The tentacles are often very sticky and can cause painful sores. Some animals are specially adapted to live within anemones, such as Periclimenes shrimp and Porcelain crabs.Anemones receive most of their energy from the light, which should be very bright. Metal halide is the preferred lighting for most anemones. Feeding should be at least twice weekly and consist of small meaty items such as Mysis or chopped krill. Large specimens may take diced fish.The foot of the anemone enables them to adhere to glass and also to crawl around the aquarium. They can also float in the water to move quickly. Newly introduced specimens often wander for some time before settling down. At any time it may relocate, and is prone to being sucked into powerheads; all pumps should be screened for safety. Its foot is delicate and should never be damaged. Protein skimming is recommended to oxygenate the water sufficiently. Stable water conditions are important, and anemones are only recommended for mature aquariums.A spectacular animal that often grows to 24 inches or more and makes an incredible display. It prefers to bury its foot into deep sand. Its tentacles are very short and numerous. Its bright ruby color is extremely rare. It may host with many clownfish species, hosting easiest with Clarkii, Percula, Saddleback, Ephippium and Skunk complex clownfish.
This coral receives much of its energy by utilizing the photosynthetic algae contained within its tissues. It also depends on absorbing nutrients from the water, and will benefit from occasional feedings of zooplankton and coral snow. Zoanthids are often covered in a heavy mucus layer which helps them capture prey. Many types may be voracious feeders if offered meaty items, especially those corals with long tapering tentacles. Their sting is quite mild, however they can grow fast enough to over-grow other corals, so adequate space should be provided to accommodate future growth. Those species with shorter tentacles typically require higher water flow than those with longer tentacles, and all types will benefit from bright light.Most species contain toxins in their mucus and tissues, including the potent neurotoxin palytoxin, which may be dangerous to humans. It is important not to underestimate this toxin- gloves are highly recommended when handling this coral. Sand Zoanthus polyps may be any of nearly limitless colors, often pink, red, or green, often with contrasting skirts or mouths in a different color. Different color varieties may grow next to one another peacefully, so it is possible to create a rainbow garden. Collected from Australia, each colony is unique.Sand Zoanthus polyps are a type of Zoanthid, also called colonial anemones. They grow in a cluster by budding, and are attached at the base by runners or a mat. Occasionally blowing the colony with a baster or powerhead will help clear detritus from between the polyps and discourage nuisance algae. They are very hardy and are quite tolerant of poor water quality. However, they may be prone to pests such as predatory nudibranch, sundial snails, spiders, some Asterina sp. starfish, and zoa pox infection. Dipping the coral before adding to a display aquarium is highly recommended. Some fish may also nip on them. Difficulty: Easy Growth Speed: Fast Lighting: Medium - High Average Placement: Middle - High Water Flow: Medium - High Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
The Catalina is a breathtaking beauty perfect for small aquaria. Super saturated magenta coats the entire fish like thick paint. Electric blue stripes make it appear lit from within. Although it rarely exceeds 2 inches this amazing fish commands attention. Males and females are visually identical. It is not unheard of for them to breed in home aquaria.In nature the Catalina goby lives in cool water, and is best kept in temperatures from 60° F to 70° F. Many people keep the Catalina goby at room temperature with success; however the warm waters of a typical aquarium may shorten their lifespan and lower their immune system.Gobies are small, peaceful fish which spend most of their day hopping in and around the rockwork and corals in an entertaining manner. They feel most secure in an aquarium with plenty of live rock and caves.We recommend the tank be securely covered as gobies may be prone to jumping from open top aquaria. They are typically peaceful with all other types of fish and invertebrates.Gobies are primarily carnivores and their diet should include plenty of high quality meaty items, marine algae, Spirulina, and frozen Mysis shrimp. It is preferable to feed at least twice a day and to let some food land on the bottom of the aquarium. Frozen food is best, however in time they may learn to eat dry foods.They are always alert, watching for a drifting morsel of food; when they spot one they dart out quickly to snatch it up. They are also watching for predators- they should never be kept with large fish as the goby's small size makes it a target for many fish, even those who don't normally eat other fish. Dottybacks, cardinals, sleeper gobies and hawkfish should be strictly avoided.As one of the largest families of fish there are near countless varieties of gobies which inhabit every different niche on the reef. They are coral safe and typically quite active and friendly with other fish. They have the ability to change sex to form pairs, although they don't always do so. Most gobies are imported from the Philippines.Gobies are diminutive fish typically with elongated bodies, and as such we do not recommend any aggressive or large-mouthed fish to be kept with them; this includes all groupers, snappers, sweetlips, soapfish, lionfish, eels, goatfish, anglers/frogfish, leaf fish, etc.
Celestial Pearl Danio Danio margaritatus Rasboras, Danios and Barbs are a highly sought after fish in the hobby. Not only do they beautifully school in the upper areas of your tank, but they also remain rather small, so they are a perfect addition to many smaller sized aquariums. They are a peaceful fish that enjoy the company of others of its species, a school of at least 6 is recommended to keep them feeling safe and secure, but adding more is a welcomed idea. Rasboras, Danios and Barbs generally grow to a size of around 2 inches, so a tank of at least 10 gallons would be best suited for the Rasbora fish, as they enjoy having enough space to swim around in their school. Planted aquariums would provide them with ample spots to hide in and weave through as they are swimming about. Rasboras are omnivores and should be fed a well-balanced diet of freeze-dried bloodworms and quality flake food. Celestial Pearl Danio Specifics The Galaxy Rasbora or Celestial Pearl Danio is a peaceful fish that grows only to 1 inch in size. They should be kept in water that is 73-79oF, pH between 6.5-7.5.
The popular Cerith snail has a pointy black shell with white speckles. It is a terrific algae eater for the sand and lower areas of the aquarium; it grows to 1 inch. It is commonly available from Florida. It should be placed right side up on the sand after acclimation. The shape of its shell helps ensure it does not become trapped upside down like some other snails. Snails are extremely sensitive to changes in water quality.
The popular Cerith snail has a pointy grey shell. It is a terrific algae eater for the sand and lower areas of the aquarium; it grows to 1 inch. It is commonly available from Florida. It should be placed right side up on the sand after acclimation. The shape of its shell helps ensure it does not become trapped upside down like some other snails. Snails are extremely sensitive to changes in water quality.
Dottybacks are colorful and feisty fish with many fantastic qualities. They are not shy, instead always active and swimming in and out of the rockwork ensuring their bright colors may be enjoyed. Plenty of caves and decor will help them feel secure and spend more time in the open. They are intelligent and can hold their own against larger aggressive fish, but are not recommended with small docile species which they will bully. Dottybacks are hardy fish which are easy to feed and disease resistant making them easy to keep. If they are to be kept together they must be added at the same time to a sufficiently large aquarium with plenty of hiding places, and aggressive species not added before more aggressive ones. Best tank mates include angels, tangs, foxface, clowns, damsels, chromis, Toby puffers and large cardinals and gobies. All but the smallest species may be kept with hawkfish, triggers and large pufferfish.Dottybacks are coral safe but may attack and consume crustaceans, especially shrimp. Large species may eat very small fish. They may also eat bristleworms. Diet should include plenty of high quality meaty items such as frozen Mysis shrimp, chopped krill, enriched brine shrimp, marine algae and Spirulina fed at least once a day. They usually learn to eat dry foods as well.The Flame Head dottyback is an impressive fish sporting a fiery orange color on its head and shoulders and also highlighting the edges of its fins and tail. Its body is lavender with darker speckles arranged in stripes, and contrasting dark along the base of its rear fins. Its eyes are a deep scarlet.It is occasionally imported from the Indian Ocean. It is also known as the Ceylon, or Dilectus pseudochromis. Males and females are identical. It grows up to 3 inches and needs an aquarium at least 30 gallons.
Chaetomorpha is the most popular and fastest growing macroalgae. It is used to lower nitrates and phosphates, and also to house copepods and other micro fauna. It is most commonly used in refugium but may also be placed directly in the aquarium. It does not produce roots or holdfasts but instead grows as a tangled mass like green spaghetti.
This interesting coral most often takes on a plating shape, able to encrust onto and extend outward from the rockwork. Occasionally it may develop whirls, branches or crinkled shapes. Ultra Australian specimens are always vividly colored and are more rare and impressive than those from other locations.Echinophyllia corals are best known for their flashy, saturated colors, which may be nearly any color of the rainbow; many colonies show contrasting colors. It is similar to Mycedium and Oxypora, but tends to puff up its tissue more than its relatives, especially around the edges of the colony where it may extend up to an inch from the skeleton. Its large, raised corallites often point in many different angles. It is one of the hardiest and most adaptable of the Chalice corals. Faviidae, or Closed Brain corals, are quite hardy and adaptable, making them a great first introduction to stony corals. This coral receives most of its energy by utilizing the photosynthetic algae contained within its tissues. It can also be offered small meaty items such as mysis and enriched brine shrimp, oyster eggs, and pellets. Its transparent feeding tentacles extend mainly at night, although it can learn to feed during daylight hours. It is tolerant of less-than-perfect water quality and not prone to pests.Space should be provided between corals to allow for growth and expansion, as its long sweeper tentacles have a strong sting. Difficulty: Easy Growth Speed: Medium Lighting: Medium - High Average Placement: Middle - High
Water Flow: Medium - High Temperament: Aggressive
This interesting coral most often takes on a plating shape, able to encrust onto and extend outward from the rockwork. Occasionally it may develop whirls, branches or crinkled shapes. Ultra Australian specimens are always vividly colored and are more rare and impressive than those from other locations.Echinophyllia corals are best known for their flashy, saturated colors, which may be nearly any color of the rainbow; many colonies show contrasting colors. It is similar to Mycedium and Oxypora, but tends to puff up its tissue more than its relatives, especially around the edges of the colony where it may extend up to an inch from the skeleton. Its large, raised corallites often point in many different angles. It is one of the hardiest and most adaptable of the Chalice corals. Faviidae, or Closed Brain corals, are quite hardy and adaptable, making them a great first introduction to stony corals. This coral receives most of its energy by utilizing the photosynthetic algae contained within its tissues. It can also be offered small meaty items such as mysis and enriched brine shrimp, oyster eggs, and pellets. Its transparent feeding tentacles extend mainly at night, although it can learn to feed during daylight hours. It is tolerant of less-than-perfect water quality and not prone to pests.Space should be provided between corals to allow for growth and expansion, as its long sweeper tentacles have a strong sting. Difficulty: Easy Growth Speed: Medium Lighting: Medium - High Average Placement: Middle - High
Water Flow: Medium - High Temperament: Aggressive
This interesting coral most often takes on a plating shape, able to encrust onto and extend outward from the rockwork. Occasionally it may develop whirls, branches or crinkled shapes. Ultra Australian specimens are always vividly colored and are more rare and impressive than those from other locations.Echinophyllia corals are best known for their flashy, saturated colors, which may be nearly any color of the rainbow; many colonies show contrasting colors. It is similar to Mycedium and Oxypora, but tends to puff up its tissue more than its relatives, especially around the edges of the colony where it may extend up to an inch from the skeleton. Its large, raised corallites often point in many different angles. It is one of the hardiest and most adaptable of the Chalice corals. Faviidae, or Closed Brain corals, are quite hardy and adaptable, making them a great first introduction to stony corals. This coral receives most of its energy by utilizing the photosynthetic algae contained within its tissues. It can also be offered small meaty items such as mysis and enriched brine shrimp, oyster eggs, and pellets. Its transparent feeding tentacles extend mainly at night, although it can learn to feed during daylight hours. It is tolerant of less-than-perfect water quality and not prone to pests.Space should be provided between corals to allow for growth and expansion, as its long sweeper tentacles have a strong sting. Difficulty: Easy Growth Speed: Medium Lighting: Medium - High Average Placement: Middle - High
Water Flow: Medium - High Temperament: Aggressive
This interesting coral most often takes on a plating shape, able to encrust onto and extend outward from the rockwork. Occasionally it may develop whirls, branches or crinkled shapes. Ultra Australian specimens are always vividly colored and are more rare and impressive than those from other locations.Echinophyllia corals are best known for their flashy, saturated colors, which may be nearly any color of the rainbow; many colonies show contrasting colors. It is similar to Mycedium and Oxypora, but tends to puff up its tissue more than its relatives, especially around the edges of the colony where it may extend up to an inch from the skeleton. Its large, raised corallites often point in many different angles. It is one of the hardiest and most adaptable of the Chalice corals. Faviidae, or Closed Brain corals, are quite hardy and adaptable, making them a great first introduction to stony corals. This coral receives most of its energy by utilizing the photosynthetic algae contained within its tissues. It can also be offered small meaty items such as mysis and enriched brine shrimp, oyster eggs, and pellets. Its transparent feeding tentacles extend mainly at night, although it can learn to feed during daylight hours. It is tolerant of less-than-perfect water quality and not prone to pests.Space should be provided between corals to allow for growth and expansion, as its long sweeper tentacles have a strong sting. Difficulty: Easy Growth Speed: Medium Lighting: Medium - High Average Placement: Middle - High
Water Flow: Medium - High Temperament: Aggressive
This interesting coral most often takes on a plating shape, able to encrust onto and extend outward from the rockwork. Occasionally it may develop whirls, branches or crinkled shapes. Ultra Australian specimens are always vividly colored and are more rare and impressive than those from other locations.Echinophyllia corals are best known for their flashy, saturated colors, which may be nearly any color of the rainbow; many colonies show contrasting colors. It is similar to Mycedium and Oxypora, but tends to puff up its tissue more than its relatives, especially around the edges of the colony where it may extend up to an inch from the skeleton. Its large, raised corallites often point in many different angles. It is one of the hardiest and most adaptable of the Chalice corals. Faviidae, or Closed Brain corals, are quite hardy and adaptable, making them a great first introduction to stony corals. This coral receives most of its energy by utilizing the photosynthetic algae contained within its tissues. It can also be offered small meaty items such as mysis and enriched brine shrimp, oyster eggs, and pellets. Its transparent feeding tentacles extend mainly at night, although it can learn to feed during daylight hours. It is tolerant of less-than-perfect water quality and not prone to pests.Space should be provided between corals to allow for growth and expansion, as its long sweeper tentacles have a strong sting. Difficulty: Easy Growth Speed: Medium Lighting: Medium - High Average Placement: Middle - High
Water Flow: Medium - High Temperament: Aggressive
This interesting coral most often takes on a plating shape, able to encrust onto and extend outward from the rockwork. Occasionally it may develop whirls, branches or crinkled shapes. Ultra Australian specimens are always vividly colored and are more rare and impressive than those from other locations.Echinophyllia corals are best known for their flashy, saturated colors, which may be nearly any color of the rainbow; many colonies show contrasting colors. It is similar to Mycedium and Oxypora, but tends to puff up its tissue more than its relatives, especially around the edges of the colony where it may extend up to an inch from the skeleton. Its large, raised corallites often point in many different angles. It is one of the hardiest and most adaptable of the Chalice corals. Faviidae, or Closed Brain corals, are quite hardy and adaptable, making them a great first introduction to stony corals. This coral receives most of its energy by utilizing the photosynthetic algae contained within its tissues. It can also be offered small meaty items such as mysis and enriched brine shrimp, oyster eggs, and pellets. Its transparent feeding tentacles extend mainly at night, although it can learn to feed during daylight hours. It is tolerant of less-than-perfect water quality and not prone to pests.Space should be provided between corals to allow for growth and expansion, as its long sweeper tentacles have a strong sting. Difficulty: Easy Growth Speed: Medium Lighting: Medium - High Average Placement: Middle - High
Water Flow: Medium - High Temperament: Aggressive
This interesting coral most often takes on a plating shape, able to encrust onto and extend outward from the rockwork. Occasionally it may develop whirls, branches or crinkled shapes. Ultra Australian specimens are always vividly colored and are more rare and impressive than those from other locations.Echinophyllia corals are best known for their flashy, saturated colors, which may be nearly any color of the rainbow; many colonies show contrasting colors. It is similar to Mycedium and Oxypora, but tends to puff up its tissue more than its relatives, especially around the edges of the colony where it may extend up to an inch from the skeleton. Its large, raised corallites often point in many different angles. It is one of the hardiest and most adaptable of the Chalice corals. Faviidae, or Closed Brain corals, are quite hardy and adaptable, making them a great first introduction to stony corals. This coral receives most of its energy by utilizing the photosynthetic algae contained within its tissues. It can also be offered small meaty items such as mysis and enriched brine shrimp, oyster eggs, and pellets. Its transparent feeding tentacles extend mainly at night, although it can learn to feed during daylight hours. It is tolerant of less-than-perfect water quality and not prone to pests.Space should be provided between corals to allow for growth and expansion, as its long sweeper tentacles have a strong sting. Difficulty: Easy Growth Speed: Medium Lighting: Medium - High Average Placement: Middle - High
Water Flow: Medium - High Temperament: Aggressive
This interesting coral most often takes on a plating shape, able to encrust onto and extend outward from the rockwork. Occasionally it may develop whirls, branches or crinkled shapes. Ultra Australian specimens are always vividly colored and are more rare and impressive than those from other locations.Echinophyllia corals are best known for their flashy, saturated colors, which may be nearly any color of the rainbow; many colonies show contrasting colors. It is similar to Mycedium and Oxypora, but tends to puff up its tissue more than its relatives, especially around the edges of the colony where it may extend up to an inch from the skeleton. Its large, raised corallites often point in many different angles. It is one of the hardiest and most adaptable of the Chalice corals. Faviidae, or Closed Brain corals, are quite hardy and adaptable, making them a great first introduction to stony corals. This coral receives most of its energy by utilizing the photosynthetic algae contained within its tissues. It can also be offered small meaty items such as mysis and enriched brine shrimp, oyster eggs, and pellets. Its transparent feeding tentacles extend mainly at night, although it can learn to feed during daylight hours. It is tolerant of less-than-perfect water quality and not prone to pests.Space should be provided between corals to allow for growth and expansion, as its long sweeper tentacles have a strong sting. Difficulty: Easy Growth Speed: Medium Lighting: Medium - High Average Placement: Middle - High
Water Flow: Medium - High Temperament: Aggressive
