Bring the world’s most exotic reefs into your home with Arag-Alive!™ live sand substrates. Developed in cooperation with public aquariums and zoological parks where authenticity is a must, these environmentally accurate ecoscapes make any saltwater aquarium uniquely yours. Ready to use right out of the bag, this live sand clears quickly and contains millions of beneficial bacteria to jump-start the nitrogen cycle and establish a natural biological balance.
Arag-Alive!™ helps suppress the dreaded “new tank syndrome,” compresses the ammonia cycle, and discourages nuisance algae—so you can enjoy a cleaner, clearer marine environment faster. Independent labs have proven that Arag-Alive!™ cycles days faster than other brands of live sand, making it a favorite of new aquarists and professional maintenance companies where speed of setup, beauty, and reliability are essential.
Ideal for reef, fish-only, and mixed saltwater systems, this premium aragonite substrate supports optimal pH and buffering, enhances biological filtration, and provides a natural look that complements coral and rockwork. Use it for new setups or to boost biodiversity in established tanks.
Key Benefits:
- Ready to work; clears quickly for rapid setup
- Packed with live bacteria for fast cycling and stable biology
- Helps prevent “new tank syndrome” and reduces nuisance algae
- Proven to cycle days faster than other live sands
- Natural aragonite supports pH and marine health
Typical Size: 0.5 – 1.5mm
Average Density: 90 pounds per cubic foot
