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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


Best Sellers Rank: #8,960 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #3 in Aquarium Sand


#3 in Aquarium Sand:


Customer Reviews: 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 456 ratings


Item Weight: 4.97 pounds


Manufacturer: Pisces USA


Country of Origin: USA


Item model number: BIOFRESH008


Date First Available: May 2, 2023


Item Package Dimensions L x W x H: 11.3 x 8.31 x 4.29 inches


Item Dimensions LxWxH: 6 x 4 x 6 inches


Item Weight: 2.26 Kilograms


Brand Name: Aqua Natural


Target Audience Keyword: fish, Fish


Directions: *DO NOT RINSE* Use as a primary substrate or add to another substrate in a new or existing aquarium. Use 1lb (450g) of mixed LIVE Bio-Substrate and DRY Substrate for every 1 gallons (3.8 litres) of water. Mixing ratio is 14 (1 LIVE to 4 DRY).


Model Name: Bio-Substrate


Color: Off White


Age Range Description: All Life Stages


Style: Pet Supplies


Included Components: 1 x bag of Bio-substrate


Specific Uses for Product: Active


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Absolutely. Incredible.
Style: Pet Supplies
Review Image by Paige Reidhead Paige Reidhead
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Best substrate I’ve ever had. Comes wet, dumps directly in the tank, and after 5ish minutes of filling it up, all cloudiness gone (WITHOUT A FILTER RUNNING). My plants are thriving, my snails are digging, my goldfish play in it, and my Nitrogen cycle has never been better. Tank “sludge” is nonexistent. The white sand does show anything and everything, but a quick vacuum does the trick in my tank. Also the sand sparkles underwater!!!!!!! Never buying anything else! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2025 by Paige Reidhead Paige Reidhead
    • Beautiful white.
Style: Pet Supplies
Review Image by Angela M Angela M
Review Image by Angela M Angela M
Review Image by Angela M Angela M
I have a charcoal substance and my fish was knocking my plants loose from playing in them. I poured this substance around my plants because it is finer and more dense than my black substance which keeps my plants in place. While feeding them and keeping my tank healthy. My fish plays hard and rubs his belly into the sand. He doesn't seem bothered because he keeps playing. Looks great and seems soft because my fish would not be so playful if it hurt him. My tank stays pretty clean. My Cory fish seems to enjoy it as well. Has the functionality of feeding nutrition to the tank and adding a beautiful sugar-white color to the tank. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2024 by Angela M Angela M
    • Jumpstart your tank
Style: Pet Supplies
You’ll still need to properly seed a new tank but this speeds up the process. Sand white color and not an artificial color. Fine grain sand that is great for burrowers and diggers or those critters that like to eat things they aren’t supposed to (like my ADFs - which this was used for). Great price and highly recommended. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2024 by 4 BBBB HOMESTEAD
    • No issues at all, and I’m really happy with how it turned out!
Style: Pet Supplies
I used the Aqua Natural Sugar White Sand Bio-Substrate for my kids' aquarium, and it worked out perfectly! We were in a bit of a rush to get the tank set up, and the included nitrifying bacteria did its job right away, which was a huge help. I used RODI water, and after six weeks, there's been no sign of algae growth, and the fish are thriving. The white sand looks really nice—it’s simple, but it creates a beautiful contrast with the rocks and wood decorations. No issues at all, and I’m really happy with how it turned out! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2024 by BRIAN WASIKOWSKI
    • Small bag/but pretty
Style: Pet Supplies
Review Image by Lou Lou
Review Image by Lou Lou
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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
    • Fantastic
Style: Pet Supplies
Works great and looks good.
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2025 by Luci
    • So good I was surprised, Still get API quick start.
Style: Pet Supplies
This was great, when they said instant cycle they were kinda right. I feel there is no way to actually instant cycle, the nitrates and nitrites take time to develop, so unless you are adding additional products you couldn't house fish in this on the first day But I checked my water parameters after adding the sand and although the water was on the softer side, and of course didn't have nitrates or nitrite yet, all the other water perimeters were looking good enough that I was tempted to house invertebrate. I think if you used API quick start, and maybe dosed it with some plant fertilizer depending on how soft or hard your water is, you would be good to house fish the same day and as long as you are watching the water perimeters they should be fine! Although I am still letting my tank cycle, I am very very happy with this product because it had enough of the bacteria where I could get the cycle going with out adding any fish food or any products! I am incredibly happy with this product and will be purchasing again for my other tanks! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2024 by Miranda Brown
    • Love it.
Style: Pet Supplies
Review Image by jade jade
No rinsing before require, just pour straight into aquarium. Sand it's already wet.
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2024 by jade jade

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