Be it saltwater or freshwater aquarium, many things
involve in making it. And live sand is one of them. Live sand is something sourced
from a coral reef or cultured from non-living coral sand. Micro and
macro-organism available in the substrate, the sand provides your underwater
ecosystem with all natural bacterial aiding in water purification and general
stability. Micro-organism helps consume
the waste present in the substrate as well as provides a natural source of food
for many of the inhabitants.
If you are looking for a custom aquarium, you
had better avoid using regular types of sand such as beach or builder’s sand.
These sorts of sands naturally have silicates that will cause algae problems in
your aquarium that will be very difficult to overcome. So keep in mind, when
you are having a salt water aquarium, you must use live sand or aragonite
material that contain natural elements vital for a good environment for fishes.
There are many sources you can get live sand from. But
you should purchase it only from a renowned dealer specializing in the reef
aquarium. You should buy it from suppliers who obtain it directly from the
ocean or specialize in the cultured live sand. Also, buying from a reputable
supplier ensures you are buying quality live sand and thus getting the best
value for your money. If you are buying it from the suppliers located in other
places, make sure that the transit time is minimal as die off can occur. The
quicker you get it, the better and more effective it will be for the saltwater reef tank and during the cycling process.
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