Petlinks Pet Sand - Black - 1 kg Aquarium Substrate

Name : Petlinks Pet Sand - Black - 1 kg Aquarium Substrate

Type : River Rock

Suitable For : Unplanted

Alters Ph Level : No

Planted : Yes

Color : Black

Net Quantity (N) : 1

Sand as a substrate has many advantages over gravel. Sand is more natural, easier to clean, and looks much better. Sand is Much More Natural than Gravel. Almost all the fish we keep in aquariums are from waters that naturally have a flow much lower than that would allow gravel as a substrate. The benefits of a sand bed typically outweigh most of the negative aspects. Most fish seem to prefer sand as the substrate, and some actually require it to feel at ease and for natural spawning behaviour. Tanganyikan featherfins, sand sifters & shell dwellers all significantly benefit from a sandy substrate, and it’s been noted that some fish use sand to aid in digestion. Sand also has a very nice, smooth look and it’s very entertaining to watch the fish "work the sand"; they really seem to enjoy it! Maintenance : Every 2-4 weeks, depending on your fish load and available time, a good skimming of the sand should be performed. A small vinyl hose works well, about the inner diameter of a garden hose. Just hook the hose up to a faucet pump and siphon up the surface detritus. You may siphon a lot of sand the first couple of tries, a little practice is all it takes. Just keep the end of the hose about ½" away from the sand and quickly siphon up the fish waste. No need to remove or re-arrange the rocks, just get all the visible sand areas. Try to get the entire "visible" sand floor. Word of Caut

Country of Origin : China