STONE 1KG - DRAGON STONE SEIRYU BLACK SEIRYU PINK SKULL ROCK SLATE ROCK WOOD STONE - BY MICHKIO SHEN SHOP

Aquarium stones are essential components used to construct realistic underwater landscapes, establish biological stability, and provide structural hiding spots for aquatic life. They range from completely chemical-inert rocks to calcium-rich, parameter-altering minerals that cater to specific aquatic ecosystems.Core Functional Features• Biological Filtration: High-surface-area stones serve as a natural home for beneficial nitrifying bacteria to colonize. This microbial biofilm helps naturally process toxic nitrogen compounds, contributing directly to a cleaner, clearer tank ecosystem.• Ecosystem Compatibility: Stones are split into two major functional types based on water impact: • Inert Stones: Rocks like Dragon Stone, Lava Rock, slate, and granite. These do not alter water chemistry, making them fully compatible with community planted tanks and soft-water fish. • Calcareous Stones: Rocks like Seiryu Stone and limestone. These slowly leach calcium carbonate, raising pH, GH, and KH levels. They are ideal for African Cichlids, livebearers, and hard-water shrimp species.• Habitats and Shelter: Rough-textured, fractured, or porous rocks give fry, shrimp, and cave-dwelling fish protection from larger tank mates while serving as structural foundations for anchoring live plants and mosses.