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ADA Wood Tight
ADA Wood Tight is a brown wire designed to temporarily fix ferns such as Microsorum or Bolbitis onto driftwood or rocks until the plant roots take hold; total length 10 meters per roll.
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Substrates & AquascapingADA
ADA Yamaya Stone
ADA Yamaya Stone has a unique grayish tone and beautiful texture collected from the mountain valleys of Japan; excellent in combination with driftwood or for IWAGUMI layouts. Inert; sold in 5-40 lb options.
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Substrates & AquascapingAquaforest
AF Bio Sand (0.5-1.5 mm)
Aquaforest AF Bio Sand (0.5-1.5 mm) is an ultra-white calcium carbonate sand for saltwater aquariums that includes lab-cultured nitrifying bacteria and nutrients to jumpstart the nitrogen cycle and stabilize pH.
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AF Lava Soil (5 L)
Aquaforest AF Lava Soil is a natural volcanic lava-based substrate enriched with essential minerals for freshwater plants. Its high porosity supports beneficial bacteria and the biological filter, promotes easy rooting and water circulation, and prevents anaerobic zones; pre-rinsed, 5L bag. Limit micronutrient fertilizers for the first half-year due to high mineral content.
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AF Lava Soil Black (5 L)
Aquaforest AF Lava Soil Black (5 L) is a natural volcanic-lava-based freshwater substrate enriched with essential minerals for aquarium plants. Its porous structure supports rooting, water circulation, and beneficial bacteria while preventing anaerobic dead zones.
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AF Natural Substrate (7.5 L Bag)
Aquaforest AF Natural Substrate is a nutrient-rich, peat and clay based substrate for freshwater planted aquariums, loaded with readily available micronutrients to support plant growth over long periods. Its high cation exchange capacity stores and redistributes excess nutrients, helping maintain biological balance; 10 L covers a 200 L tank.
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AF Rock - Arches
Aquaforest AF Rock - Arches is an artificial alternative to natural live rock made from lightweight, highly porous natural ingredients that can be cut, arranged, and bonded with Stone Fix. The curved arch pieces create caves and hideaways in reef aquascapes while serving as filtration media and stabilizing pH and KH; available in 10 kg and 18 kg sizes.
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AF Rock - Base Shapes
AF Rock - Base Shapes from Aquaforest is an artificial, lightweight, and highly porous alternative to natural live rock, made from natural ingredients and designed as mounded base pieces for building the foundation of a reef aquascape. Its porosity makes it a habitat and filtration medium for beneficial bacteria, supporting long-term biological balance, while its calcium carbonate content helps stabilize pH and KH to support coral calcification and growth. Pest-free and contaminant-free, laboratory tested to ensure no undesirable chemicals leach into the water, and easily cut and bonded with AF Stone Fix. Rinse in RO water before use; for freshwater only in water above pH 7.0.
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Substrates & AquascapingAquaforest
AF Rock - Mixed Shapes
Aquaforest AF Rock (Mixed Shapes) is an artificial lightweight porous rock made of natural ingredients, offering mounded base rocks, arches, and shelves that mimic live rock without pests and double as biological filtration media.
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Substrates & AquascapingAquaforest
AF Rock - Shelves
Flat shelf-shaped artificial rock pieces from Aquaforest made of lightweight, highly porous material that resembles natural live rock without pests or contaminants; the calcium carbonate content stabilizes pH and KH, and the porous structure hosts beneficial bacteria for biological filtration.
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Substrates & AquascapingAqua Natural
African Cichlid Aragonite Substrate
Aqua Natural African Cichlid Aragonite Substrate is a smooth, fine oolitic aragonite sand of up to 98% pure calcium carbonate, buffering aquarium water to a natural pH of 8.2 for African cichlids.
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Substrates & AquascapingCaribSea
African Cichlid Mix - Ivory Coast Sand 20lbs
CaribSea African Cichlid Mix Ivory Coast Sand is a 20-pound aquarium substrate formulated for African cichlid tanks. The aragonite-based sand naturally buffers pH and alkalinity to match the water chemistry of the African Rift Lakes while creating a natural ivory sand bed.
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African Cichlid Mix - Original Substrate 20lbs
CaribSea African Cichlid Mix Original Substrate encourages the vibrant coloration of African cichlids and naturally buffers pH for the life of the aquarium, matching water parameters to their natural African habitat. It resists the downward drift of pH in long-established or crowded systems; 5.0-10.0mm grain size, 20lb bag.
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African Cichlid Mix - Sahara Sand 20lbs
CaribSea African Cichlid Mix Sahara Sand encourages the vibrant coloration of African cichlids and naturally buffers pH for the life of the aquarium, matching water parameters to their natural African habitat. It resists the downward drift of pH in long-established or crowded systems; 0.5-1.5mm sand grain size, 20lb bag.
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African Cichlid Mix - White Sand 20lbs
CaribSea African Cichlid Mix White Sand is a 20-pound aragonite-based substrate formulated for African cichlid aquariums. Its bright white color and mineral content help buffer pH and maintain the hard, alkaline water these fish prefer.
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Alder Cones 25ct
Liquid Gardens Alder Cones (25 count) release natural tannins that tint freshwater aquariums toward blackwater conditions, with believed anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties; they also serve as shelter and food for shrimp and snails.
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Substrates & AquascapingAqua Natural
Alpine Jade Aquascaping Rock
Aqua Natural Alpine Jade Aquascaping Rock (15 lb bag) is a premium natural hardscape stone for freshwater aquariums and planted tanks, each stone selected for distinctive color and texture.
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Substrates & AquascapingUltum Nature Systems
Amazon Wood
Amazon Wood is a muscular, knotty driftwood with dramatic twists and deep grooves, offering a tangled, branchy look less brittle than Spiderwood. Has a lighter tone when dry and darkens when submerged; sold in Small, Medium, and Large packs.
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Substrates & AquascapingAqua Forest Aquarium
Ancient horn driftwood
Ancient horn driftwood is a relatively heavy and dense driftwood with rustic texture and some branches for aquascaping. Available in S, M, L, and XL sizes; may release tannins and develop Saprolegnia initially; rinse before use.
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Substrates & AquascapingUltum Nature Systems
Ancient Pagoda Stone
Ancient Pagoda Stone is a rare natural aquascaping rock with rugged, architectural shape and distinct sedimentary layers formed by thousands of years of weathering. May slightly alter water parameters; rinse before use.
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Substrates & AquascapingUltum Nature Systems
Ancient Petrified Stone
Ancient Petrified Stone is a natural stone formed over centuries through gradual mineral layering, with distinct horizontal striations, subtle earthy colors, and a glimmer under lighting. Its layered structure stacks well for cliffs, overhangs, and mountain ranges; may slightly alter water parameters.
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Ancient Stone
Ancient Stone is a harder natural rock with a darker palette of brown and rust tones, offering sharp, angular shapes ideal for mountain-style or Iwagumi layouts. May slightly alter water parameters; rinse before use.
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Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW01)
The Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW01) is a one-of-a-kind WYSIWYG driftwood piece with a dense profile and heavily weathered texture; approx. 47x24x12 inches. Ideal for aquariums, terrariums, and paludariums; leaches tannins and floats initially, so soaking is recommended.
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Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW010)
The Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW010) is a one-of-a-kind WYSIWYG driftwood piece with a dense profile and heavily weathered texture; approx. 34x29x12 inches. Ideal for aquariums, terrariums, and paludariums; leaches tannins and floats initially, so soaking is recommended.
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Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW011)
The Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW011) is a one-of-a-kind WYSIWYG driftwood piece with a dense profile and heavily weathered texture; approx. 34.5x20.5x14.5 inches. Ideal for aquariums, terrariums, and paludariums; leaches tannins and floats initially, so soaking is recommended.
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Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW012)
The Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW012) is a one-of-a-kind WYSIWYG driftwood piece with a dense profile and heavily weathered texture; approx. 39x11x18 inches. Ideal for aquariums, terrariums, and paludariums; leaches tannins and floats initially, so soaking is recommended.
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Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW013)
The Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW013) is a one-of-a-kind WYSIWYG driftwood piece with a dense profile and heavily weathered texture; approx. 37x20.5x14 inches. Ideal for aquariums, terrariums, and paludariums; leaches tannins and floats initially, so soaking is recommended.
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Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW014)
The Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW014) is a one-of-a-kind WYSIWYG driftwood piece with a dense profile and heavily weathered texture; approx. 24.5x22.5x20.5 inches. Ideal for aquariums, terrariums, and paludariums; leaches tannins and floats initially, so soaking is recommended.
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Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW015)
The Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW015) is a one-of-a-kind WYSIWYG driftwood piece with a dense profile and heavily weathered texture; approx. 33.5x20.5x14 inches. Ideal for aquariums, terrariums, and paludariums; leaches tannins and floats initially, so soaking is recommended.
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Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW02)
The Ancient Wood Showpiece (AW02) is a one-of-a-kind WYSIWYG driftwood piece with a dense profile and heavily weathered texture; approx. 33x22x18 inches. Ideal for aquariums, terrariums, and paludariums; leaches tannins and floats initially, so soaking is recommended.
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