Live sand is a great choice for new reef tank setups as it clears quickly and contain millions of live bacteria, speeding up your tank's cycle. Unlike other sand choices for saltwater aquariums, which typically come in tan or beige hues, Hawaiian Black sand is unique for its almost entirely black color. The result is a striking contrast between the substrate and the colorful fish and coral within the aquarium.
- Contains Live Bacteria to Assist with a Faster Cycle
- Grain size: 0.25 - 3.5mm
- High Surface Area for Bacteria
- Ready to Use - No Rinsing
Note: Hawaiian Black sand may contain some magnetic particles, so it's important to use care when using magnetic glass cleaners near the sand bed.
How Much Sand Do I Need?
CaribSea recommends 1 pound of sand per 2 gallons of water on average.
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| Arag-Alive Sand Type |
Grain Sizes (mm) |
Description |
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Fiji Pink
|
0.5 - 1.5 |
Small uniform grain size with flecks of pink quartz. Ideal for tanks with sand-sifting inhabitants and low to medium amounts of flow. |
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Special Grade
|
1.0 - 2.0 |
Our best-selling sand mix. Uniform medium grain size good for tanks with medium amounts of flow and still sand-sifter friendly. |
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Bahamas Oolite
|
0.25 - 1.0 |
Fine uniform grain size. Ideal for low flow aquariums. |
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Hawaiian Black (Currently Viewing)
|
0.25 - 3.5 |
Semi-uniform grain size. Creates a striking contrast with colorful fish and coral in the aquarium. |
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Bimini Pink
|
0.5 - 5.0 |
Wide variety of particle sizes. |
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Florida Crushed Coral
|
3.0 - 5.5 |
Large particle sizes. Ideal for high flow aquariums, but not great for sand dwelling inhabitants. |
