Flamingo Gravel

Aqua Natural Flamingo Gravel Substrate adds a vibrant touch to any freshwater aquarium with its unique pink hue. Made from natural river gravel, it’s safe, non-toxic, and free from harmful chemicals or dyes. This eco-friendly substrate supports healthy aquascapes by providing a stable base for plants and decorations while promoting water flow and biological filtration. Ideal for planted tanks, community setups, and dark water environments, Flamingo Gravel enhances your aquarium's aesthetic with its unique color and texture. Easy to maintain and long-lasting, it's the perfect choice for creating a beautiful, natural underwater landscape.

Using Your Flamingo Gravel:

• Prepare the Gravel: Rinse the gravel thoroughly with clean water to remove any dust or fine particles before adding it to your aquarium.
• Layer the Substrate: Spread the gravel evenly across the bottom. For planted tanks, layer it to a depth of about 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) to support root growth.
• Add Plants and Decorations: Place live plants, rocks, driftwood, and other decorations on top of the gravel, securing them in place with the gravel’s weight.
• Fill the Aquarium with Water: Fill the tank slowly, placing a plate or plastic bag on top of the gravel to minimize disruption.
• Regular Maintenance: Regularly vacuum the substrate during water changes to remove waste and maintain water quality. This will help prevent harmful buildup and keep your tank in optimal condition.

Key Characteristics:

1. Natural Composition

• Natural River Gravel: Flamingo Aquarium Gravel is sourced from natural river gravel, ensuring a safe and non-toxic environment for your aquatic life. It’s free from harmful chemicals, dyes, and artificial coatings, making it an ideal choice for fish, invertebrates, and plants.
• Environmentally Friendly: This gravel is carefully harvested and processed to maintain its natural integrity, offering a sustainable substrate option for aquascaping.

2. Unique Appearance

• Vibrant Flamingo Pink Color: The gravel’s striking flamingo pink hue brings a vibrant splash of color to any aquarium. This natural color remains intact over time, enhancing your aquascaping without fading.
• Varied Pebble Sizes: Composed of small, rounded pebbles that vary slightly in size, the gravel’s texture adds depth and a more organic appearance to your aquarium floor.

3. Aquarium Suitability

• Freshwater Aquariums: Perfect for freshwater setups, Flamingo Aquarium Gravel is suitable for community tanks, planted aquariums, dark water tanks, and various species of freshwater fish.
• Planted Tanks: This gravel’s natural composition supports root-feeding plants by providing stability for roots and promoting water flow to avoid anaerobic zones.
• Dark Water Tanks: The gravel’s pink tones complement tannin-rich water, adding depth and natural variation for an enhanced look.

4. Functional Benefits

• Stable Substrate for Aquascaping: The gravel’s varying size and weight make it ideal for anchoring decorations, plants, and other aquascaping elements.
• Encourages Natural Behavior: It creates a natural habitat for bottom-dwelling species, promoting behaviors such as digging and foraging.
• Supports Biological Filtration: The gravel’s surface area fosters the growth of beneficial bacteria, aiding in biological filtration to break down waste and maintain healthy water.
• Inert Substrate: Since it is chemically inert, Flamingo Aquarium Gravel doesn’t alter water pH or hardness, making it compatible with a wide range of freshwater species.

5. Easy Maintenance

• Low Dust: The gravel is low in dust, making it easy to rinse and clean, preventing water clouding when setting up the aquarium.
• Long-Lasting: Its durable natural composition ensures the gravel remains intact over time, providing a long-lasting, low-maintenance substrate for your aquarium.