- Sku: 10836
- Vendor: CaribSea
CaribSea Super Naturals Carolina Creek
A natural light tan creek bed for freshwater tanks. CaribSea Super Naturals Carolina Creek is a natural aquarium substrate with small, smooth grains that sit between sand and fine gravel (typically 1 to 2.5 mm). CaribSea makes it with no artificial dyes, paints, or coatings, and the bag lists it as pH neutral and says it will not increase carbonate hardness. The smooth grains are easy on bottom dwellers and sand sifters, and the warm, neutral color lets fish and live plants stand out.
Why Carolina Creek
- Natural light tan grains, no artificial dyes, paints, or coatings
- pH neutral and will not increase carbonate hardness (per the bag)
- Small, smooth, fish-friendly grains, good for rays, corydoras, and other bottom dwelling or sand sifting fish and invertebrates
- Sand-sized grains resist the collection of detritus, fish waste, and food within the bed, so maintenance is easier
- CaribSea states it is proven to reduce nitrates better than regular aquarium gravel
- Bonus packet in the bag: current Super Natural Aquascapes bags include a live bacteria packet for faster cycling, earlier Super Naturals bags include a Bio-Magnet Clarifier (packaging varies by production run)
Where to Use It
CaribSea lists Super Naturals as ideal for most freshwater aquariums, including discus, tetras, angelfish, water turtles, rays, plants, and cichlids, and notes it may also be used in marine or African cichlid aquariums. The current bag adds that it is great for terrariums too.
How Much You Need
CaribSea recommends 1 to 2 lbs per gallon of aquarium.
| Bag Size | Covers About (1 to 2 lbs per gallon) | Item # |
|---|---|---|
| 5 lb | 2.5 to 5 gallons | 05836 |
| 10 lb | 5 to 10 gallons | 10836 |
| 20 lb | 10 to 20 gallons | 00836 |
| 40 lb | 20 to 40 gallons | 00886 |
Specifications
| Brand | CaribSea |
| Line | Super Naturals (now packaged as Super Natural Aquascapes) |
| Color | Natural light tan |
| Typical Grain Size | 1 to 2.5 mm |
| Average Density | 100 pounds per cubic foot |
| Water Chemistry | pH neutral, will not increase carbonate hardness |
| Use Rate | 1 to 2 lbs per gallon |
| Sizes | 5 lb, 10 lb, 20 lb, 40 lb bags |
| Pickup | In-store pickup only |
Pair It With
- Seachem Flourish Tabs to feed root-heavy plants like swords and crypts
- CaribSea Eco-Complete as a planted base layer under a Carolina Creek cap
- Seachem Stability to help establish beneficial bacteria in a new setup
- JBJ Instant Siphon Gravel Vacuum for easy routine cleaning
- Other natural colors: Moonlight Sand, Peace River, Midnight River
FAQ
Will Carolina Creek change my pH or hardness?
The bag lists it as pH neutral and states it will not increase carbonate hardness.
How much do I need for my tank?
CaribSea recommends 1 to 2 lbs per gallon. A 10 gallon tank takes about 10 to 20 lbs, a 20 gallon about 20 to 40 lbs.
Is it safe for corydoras and other bottom dwellers?
Yes. CaribSea describes the small, smooth grains as fish friendly and suited to rays and other bottom dwelling or sand sifting fish and invertebrates.
Can I grow plants in it?
CaribSea lists plants among its ideal uses. For heavy root feeders, add root tabs such as Seachem Flourish Tabs, or use it as a cap over a planted base like Eco-Complete.
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CaribSea Super Naturals Carolina Creek
