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CaribSea Eco-Complete African Cichlid Sand Substrate, 20 lbs.

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The secret to successfully keeping African Cichlids begins with Eco Complete African Cichlid Substrates. These mineralogically complete substrates contain aragonite to maintain the high pH African Cichlids need. Eco Complete Cichlid Substrates add calcium, magnesium, carbonate and more to recreate the African Rift Lake environment. Naturally buffers aquarium water to combat downward pH drift in African Cichlid tanks without the constant use of additives. Eco Complete African Cichlid Substrates are packed with live, water-purifying bacteria to jumpstart the cycling process. Its high internal surface area allows more room for water purifying bacteria to thrive. Also packed in a water conditioner to remove chlorine/chloramines and reduce fish stress.

- Complete substrate for aquariums housing African Cichlids
- Natural buffers maintain a high pH African Cichlids enjoy
- Packed with living bacteria to cycle new cichlid aquariums

Specifications

SKU	3027401
Primary Brand	CaribSea
Days to Ship	Ships Next Business Day
Weight	20 LBS

Additional Features

Primary Color	Multi-Color
Personalized Item flag	No

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34 out of 50 (68%) reviewers recommend this product

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Beautiful but be patient

Crewsfamily2

7 years ago

I love this sand, it looks beautiful. HOWEVER, you have to be so patient. it say...

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Cichlid substate

FaxDan

7 years ago

After reading the reviews I purchased 2 bags of this substrate and have replaced...

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Thought I was buying white from the picture, turns out it is mixed black and white mixed. I have white in another tank and wanted them to match. I'm sure it is a great product but people need to know what it looks like before they buy.

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Exactly what I was looking for to start a Mbuna tank off right!

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Love the color! I am switching from gravel to this substrate. Really hope this helps with PH issues I have been having

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Love the color. Looks real good with a 75g rimless tank.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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After reading the reviews I purchased 2 bags of this substrate and have replaced it in less than a month. They tell you not to rinse it but I could not get the white powder out of the water column. Every time I cleaned something or moved anything the tank would be full of white powder. Have since replaced with another Caribsea product and my cichlids are very happy

No, I do not recommend this product.

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I love this sand, it looks beautiful. HOWEVER, you have to be so patient. it says on the bag do not rinse. I added my sand and it took almost 2 weeks to clear up, i used the clarifier and it did work, i t just took almost 2 weeks to fully clear up. Be patient and you will love it.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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I used this sand for my African hap / peacock tank. They love it.. My only complaint about the product is that the bag says that rinsing is not necessary - that is simply NOT true. It definitely needs rinsing. It took over a month to get all the dust out of the gravel. My mechanical filtration took a beating in the meantime. But, once it was clean, it's been great. So, anyone who buys this definitely needs to rinse it first.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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I was pleasantly surprised when I received my sand. It is prettier than what I expected I have a 90 Gal tank so I am filtering the tank and waiting for the fogginess to clear from the gravel and water. How long should this take?

Yes, I recommend this product.

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3 years ago

Will this work with Shellies. Lake Tanga Mika

4 years ago

Can I use a gravel vacc on this?

5 years ago

Is this the same black & white mix substrate Caribsea makes without eco bacteria? Reason I ask, I really like there other one without because high amount of black. Does this have around 50/50 mix like the other I'm referring to?

6 years ago

how long does it take for the water to clear, I put the gravel in without emptying the water solution in the bag

6 years ago
Thank you for your question. According to the manufacture the water should clear within 48 hours.

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6 years ago

Freshwater community fish tank

6 years ago
Thank you for your question. You may utilize this substrate in your aquarium, however, please keep in mind this does have bacteria to keep a higher pH level as it is for Cichlids.

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8 years ago

Zack Black Grain Size

8 years ago
Thank you for your question. The Zack Black has large pieces just like the gravel. These range from approximately 4.0 mm to10.0 mm in size for both the Cichlid gravel and the Zack Black.

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8 years ago

Can I use the Zack black with an undergravel filter (from Lee's) or is it too fine? I am planning on mixing with the Cichlid gravel.

8 years ago
boatbyrd, Thank you for your question. The Zack Black Eco-Complete Cichlid Substrate can be used with an undergravel filter.

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9 years ago

How many bags of sand do I need for an 75 gallon fish tank

7 years ago
The bag states 1 -2 pounds per gallon

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9 years ago

Can this substrate be used for Discus and Angel Fish?

8 years ago
I wouldn't myself. This substrate is for high pH fish, like African cichlids. Discus and angels wanted softer water with low pH levels. Use a neutral substrate.

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9 years ago

Does rinsing the 'White' Cichlid sand make it ineffective for pH help.

8 years ago
No, rinsing won't effect the pH influence of the sand. However, if the bags have live bacteria (like Eco-Complete), then use de-chlorinated water.

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