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It naturally buffers your water chemistry by slowly delivering essential calcium, carbonate, and trace elements to maintain a stable, healthy pH. Because of its remarkably fine, smooth, and round grains, it is the absolute perfect choice for shallow static beds. It is incredibly gentle on soft-bellied bottom dwellers like rays and sharks, and it easily passes through the gills of sand-sifting gobies and invertebrates without causing irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUltra-Fine \"Sugar\" Grains:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a uniform 0.25 - 1.0mm oolitic grain size that perfectly mimics natural, soft ocean floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e100% Pure \u0026amp; Safe:\u003c\/b\u003e Rigorously tested and guaranteed to be free from ash, metals, harmful pesticides, and silica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNatural Water Buffering:\u003c\/b\u003e Made of aragonite, which continuously delivers vital calcium and carbonate to safely maintain high pH levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerfect for Sand-Sifters:\u003c\/b\u003e The smooth, tiny grains are gentle on soft-bellied fish and pass safely through the gills of sand-sifting gobies, blennies, and starfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSupports Biological Filtration:\u003c\/b\u003e When used as a shallow bed, it provides a massive surface area for beneficial bacteria, aiding in the natural reduction of nitrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Caribsea","offers":[{"title":"13.6kg","offer_id":30183133020239,"sku":null,"price":1280.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1491\/1567\/products\/299.jpg?v=1568923056"},{"product_id":"dry-aragonite-seaflor-special-grade","title":"Dry Aragonite Seaflor Special Grade","description":"\u003cp\u003e*\tAragonite sand free of impurities such as ash, metals, and pesticides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e*\tUse Seaflor Special Grade Reef Sand to create a safe and beautiful aquarium\u003cbr\u003e\n*\tFunctional marine substrate increases buffering capacity of your aquarium\u003cbr\u003e\nCaribSeaBeautiful and versatile Seaflor Special Grade Reef Sand is the perfect substrate for reef aquariums. Use as a gorgeous substate or as a functional substrate for nitrate-reducing systems such as Plenum or Berlin systems. Consistent grade aragonite substrate allows for better dissolution of minerals, like calcium and carbonates. The addition of small shells makes it ideal for aquariums with mature jawfish or burrowing invertebrates. 1.0 to 2.0 mm grain.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Caribsea","offers":[{"title":"6.8kg","offer_id":30183133085775,"sku":null,"price":810.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"18.1kg","offer_id":30183133118543,"sku":"","price":1925.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/1491\/1567\/products\/300.jpg?v=1568923061"},{"product_id":"dry-aragonite-seaflor-fiji-pink","title":"Dry Aragonite Seaflor Fiji Pink","description":"\u003cp\u003eFiji Pink Reef Sand: 0.5-1.0 mm diameter grain size. 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The erosion and pitting of this ancient limestone create incredibly attractive architectural shapes, offering endless creative aquascaping possibilities for your tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eBecause it boasts unsurpassed micro- and macro-porosity, this base rock does much more than just look good—it acts as an exceptional biological filter by fostering the growth of beneficial bacteria. Full of unique nooks, crannies, and natural crevices, it provides the perfect anchoring points for stacking more colorful live rock or attaching coral fragments. 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