{"product_id":"hikari-dark-rock-cave-aquarium-hide-bettas-shrimp-plecos","title":"Hikari Dark Rock Cave | Aquarium Hide for Bettas, Shrimp \u0026 Plecos","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHikari Dark Rock Cave\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lightweight, natural-looking aquarium hide that gives shy fish and inverts a place to retreat, sleep, and feel safe. Realistic stone texturing blends seamlessly into freshwater or saltwater scapes, and the open back makes it easy to clean — no dead zones, no debris traps. Available in three sizes to suit nano shrimp tanks all the way up to community setups with plecos and loaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fresh-water\"\u003efreshwater aquarium supplies\u003c\/a\u003e for a complete, low-stress home for your fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love This Cave\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural rock look\u003c\/strong\u003e — sculpted texture and dark matte finish that mimic real river stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium-safe materials\u003c\/strong\u003e — non-toxic resin, won't alter pH or water chemistry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight\u003c\/strong\u003e — easy to position without crushing substrate or scratching glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen ends\u003c\/strong\u003e — multiple openings allow easy entry, exit, and water flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater \u0026amp; saltwater safe\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for tropical, planted, betta, shrimp, and reef tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e — Small, Medium, and Large to fit any tank and any tenant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBettas\u003c\/strong\u003e — a quiet retreat from bright lights and active tankmates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShrimp colonies\u003c\/strong\u003e — Neocaridina, Caridina, and Amano shrimp use the cave as a molting and breeding sanctuary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlecos \u0026amp; bristlenose\u003c\/strong\u003e — daytime hideout for nocturnal scavengers (Small\/Medium for juvenile\/dwarf plecos; Large for adults).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKuhli loaches, corys, and dwarf cichlids\u003c\/strong\u003e — natural cover that reduces stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall saltwater fish \u0026amp; cleaner shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e — a reef-safe hide for blennies, gobies, and Lysmata shrimp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003eHikari\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003eAquarium hide \/ cave decor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003eAquarium-safe resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003eDark, matte, natural rock texture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes Available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003eSmall, Medium, Large\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003eFreshwater \u0026amp; Saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 6px;\"\u003eRinse before use; clean with tank water and a soft brush — no soap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/super-giant-shortfin-halfmoon-male-betta\"\u003eHalfmoon Male Betta\u003c\/a\u003e — pair the cave with a stunning solo centerpiece fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/blue-diamond-shrimp-neocaridina-davidi-freshwater\"\u003eBlue Diamond Neocaridina Shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e — colorful colony shrimp that love hiding spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/rili-red-shrimp-neocaridina-davidi-freshwater\"\u003eRili Red Shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e — eye-catching reds against the dark cave.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ocean-nutrition-brine-shrimp-plus-flake-tropical-fish-food\"\u003eOcean Nutrition Brine Shrimp Plus Flake\u003c\/a\u003e — quality daily food for your hiders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fresh-water\"\u003eBrowse all freshwater supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this cave safe for shrimp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the resin is fully aquarium-safe, and the smooth interior won't snag delicate shrimp or fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it sink on its own?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Dark Rock Cave is dense and sinks immediately — no soaking or weighting needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it in a saltwater tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The non-porous resin is reef-safe and will not leach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePull it out at water-change time and scrub with a soft brush in tank water. Never use soap or chemical cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size should I pick?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmall fits nano tanks (5–10 gal) and shrimp; Medium is the all-around community-tank size (15–40 gal); Large is for grown plecos, larger loaches, or tanks 40 gal+.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hikari","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48600839553243,"sku":"96310","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48600839586011,"sku":"96312","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48600839618779,"sku":"96314","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_3e046560-7ca5-4374-8421-0557b254381d.png?v=1776339878","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hikari-dark-rock-cave-aquarium-hide-bettas-shrimp-plecos","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}