Description
CaribSea African Cichlid Mix Original – 20 lb
Create a natural-looking African cichlid aquarium with CaribSea African Cichlid Mix Original. This attractive aragonite-based substrate is designed to help recreate the conditions associated with the African Rift Lakes while providing a natural appearance for your aquarium.
The aragonite content provides natural buffering that helps support and maintain an alkaline pH, making it particularly well suited for African cichlids and other fish that prefer hard, alkaline water.
Its mixture of natural colours provides an attractive substrate that complements the vibrant colours of African cichlids and aquarium décor.
Features
- Designed for African cichlid aquariums
- Aragonite-based substrate provides natural buffering
- Helps maintain a stable, alkaline aquarium environment
- Helps resist downward pH drift
- Ideal for recreating African Rift Lake-style aquariums
- Attractive mixture of natural colours
- Complements the natural colouration of African cichlids
- Larger grain size creates a distinctive natural appearance
- Suitable for freshwater aquariums requiring harder, more alkaline water
Specifications
Bag Size: 20 lb
Typical Grain Size: 5.0–10.5 mm
Average Density: Approximately 70 lb per cubic foot
Substrate Type: Aragonite Cichlid Mix
Colour: Original / Natural Mix
Recommended For
- African Cichlids
- Rift Lake Aquariums
- Malawi Cichlids
- Tanganyika Cichlids
- Other freshwater fish requiring hard, alkaline water
Brand: CaribSea
Product: African Cichlid Mix Original
Weight: 20 lb
Type: Buffered Aquarium Substrate
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