CaribSea Arag-Alive! Special Grade Reef Sand – 20 lbs
Bring your reef tank to life with CaribSea Arag-Alive! Special Grade Reef Sand, a premium substrate designed to jumpstart biological filtration and enhance your aquarium’s natural look. Pre-seeded with millions of live beneficial bacteria, this sand helps establish your tank faster by supporting a stable nitrogen cycle from day one.
Key Benefits:
- Pre-Seeded with Live Bacteria
Accelerates biological filtration and shortens the tank cycling process - perfect for new reef setups. - Optimal Grain Size (1.0 - 2.0 mm)
Coarse enough to reduce detritus buildup while still promoting strong water flow and preventing compaction - ideal for reef-safe bottom dwellers. - 100% Natural Aragonite
Rich in calcium and trace elements to support healthy pH and overall coral vitality. - No Rinsing Required
Packaged wet and ready to use straight out of the bag - clouds clear quickly for instant visual clarity. - Flexible for Shallow or Deep Beds
Versatile enough for use in standard substrates, deep sand beds, or plenum systems. Functions as a powerful denitrator in deeper applications.
Whether you're starting a new system or upgrading your substrate, CaribSea’s Special Grade Arag-Alive! Sand delivers both form & function - supporting your reef’s biology while adding a clean, natural aesthetic.
Weight: 20 lbs
Grain Size: 1.0 – 2.0 mm
Composition: 100% aragonite
Ideal For: Reef aquariums, deep sand beds, plenum filtration systems
Need help calculating how much sand you need for your tank size?
Reach out to the Tidalwave team - we’ll help you dial in the perfect substrate depth.
Placing an order is simple - just add your item to the cart & complete the checkout process online. Once your order is confirmed, we'll reach out to you directly to schedule a local pick-up appointment at our facility.
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We offer local pick-up by appointment only. After you place an order, we'll contact you directly to schedule a convenient pick-up time at our facility.
Pick-up location: 7137 58th St N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781