🌿 Super Naturals Carolina Creek – 5 lb Aquarium Substrate

📖 Overview The Super Naturals Carolina Creek 5 lb Aquarium Substrate by CaribSea is a natural, aquarium-safe gravel designed to enhance both freshwater and planted tanks. With its smooth texture and earthy tones, Carolina Creek provides a realistic streambed look while being gentle on bottom-dwelling fish and invertebrates. Perfect for aquascaping, community aquariums, and naturalistic displays.

🔑 Key Features

• ✅ Natural Appearance: Earthy creek gravel with a smooth texture
• ✅ Safe for All Fish: Gentle on delicate barbels, fins, and invertebrates
• ✅ Freshwater & Planted Tank Ready: Great base for live plants
• ✅ pH Neutral: Will not alter aquarium water chemistry
• ✅ Easy to Clean: Pre-washed for convenience

📐 Specifications

• Brand: CaribSea Super Naturals
• Product: Carolina Creek Aquarium Substrate
• Weight: 5 lb bag
• Grain Size: ~1–3 mm smooth gravel
• Water Safety: pH neutral, aquarium safe

❓ FAQ

Q: Is Carolina Creek safe for corydoras or loaches?
A: Yes, the smooth texture is gentle on bottom-dwelling fish.

Q: Will this gravel change my water chemistry?
A: No, it is pH neutral and safe for all freshwater aquariums.

Q: Can it be used in planted tanks?
A: Yes, it works as a base substrate and is safe for root growth.

Q: How much substrate do I need?
A: A 5 lb bag covers about 1 gallon of tank volume at 1” depth. Larger tanks will need multiple bags.