Cichlids
Aqua Natural African Cichlid Aragonite Sand
4.4 · 636 reviews
$14.69
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Smooth, egg-shaped oolitic grains for African cichlids, which dig all day and need hard, alkaline water. Holds pH at 8.2 without dosing chemicals.
Product highlights
- Holds pH at 8.2
- Smooth egg-shaped grains
- Safe for digging cichlids
- Phosphate free
- 10 lb, 20 lb or a 4-pack
Bag sizes and prices
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| 10 lb bag | $14.69 |
| 20 lb bag | $30.19 |
| 10 lb bag, 4-pack | $55.94 |
Specifications
| Composition | 98% calcium carbonate |
|---|---|
| Grain | Oolitic, smooth |
| Origin | The Bahamas |
| Use | African cichlid, marine, reef |
Good to know
Malawi and Tanganyika cichlids rebuild the floor constantly — give them 2–3 inches of sand to dig.
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Reviews by real customers
Sand
Bought twice already, I recommend it for new aquarium owners! Can be a mess so don’t open it in your room, looks very nice in fish tank, you get your moneys worth.
Alexis · August 2026Did not cloud up my water for a long time fish love it
Excellent sand for my Cichlid tank gave a nice variety of texture when it went along with my crushed coral the fish definitely like moving it around. I did a light rinse on it and it really cleared up in the water rather quickly unlike some other stands I’ve used in the past that have taken more than a day to clear the cloud up. This was pretty quick very satisfied with this particular brand of sand.
Stunt · February 2026Why it's good
Here's a clear pic of the actual grains They're very round, making this an excellent choice for things that like to dig, also less likely to scratch the glass RINSE LONG AND HARD, of course
William · June 2026
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Phosphate free
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