--- product_id: 10678403 title: "Nature's Ocean Bio-Activ Live Natural White Cichlid Sand - 2 lbs - Supports pH Balance, Enhances Water Stability, Ideal for African Cichlid Tanks" brand: "pure water pebbles" price: "62.14 DT" currency: TND in_stock: false reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/10678403-natures-ocean-bio-activ-live-natural-white-cichlid-sand-2 store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # enhances water clarity & stability mineral-rich substrate pH balance stabilizer Nature's Ocean Bio-Activ Live Natural White Cichlid Sand - 2 lbs - Supports pH Balance, Enhances Water Stability, Ideal for African Cichlid Tanks **Brand:** pure water pebbles **Price:** 62.14 DT **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Elevate your aquarium game with Nature’s Ocean – where science meets stunning! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Nature's Ocean Bio-Activ Live Natural White Cichlid Sand - 2 lbs - Supports pH Balance, Enhances Water Stability, Ideal for African Cichlid Tanks by pure water pebbles - **How much does it cost?** 62.14 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/10678403-natures-ocean-bio-activ-live-natural-white-cichlid-sand-2) ## Best For - pure water pebbles enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pure water pebbles brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Waste Reduction Power:** Actively reduces harmful ammonia and nitrites for a cleaner, healthier habitat. - • **Precision pH Stability:** Keeps your African cichlid tank perfectly balanced for thriving aquatic life. - • **Mineral-Enriched Ecosystem:** Packed with strontium, cobalt, zinc & molybdenum to boost tank vitality. - • **Effortless Aquarium Upgrade:** Quick setup substrate that transforms your tank’s look and environment instantly. - • **Versatile Natural Aesthetic:** Bright white sand that complements both freshwater and marine tanks with style. ## Overview Nature's Ocean Bio-Activ Live Natural White Cichlid Sand is a 2 lb mineral-rich substrate designed specifically for African cichlid tanks. It stabilizes pH levels, enhances water clarity, reduces nitrogenous waste, and supports a balanced aquatic ecosystem, making it ideal for both freshwater and marine setups. ## Description desertcart.com : Nature's Ocean Bio-Activ Live Natural White Cichlid Sand - 2 lbs - Supports pH Balance, Enhances Water Stability, Ideal for African Cichlid Tanks : Pet Habitat Sand : Pet Supplies Review: Needs to be rinsed in SMALL quantities to flush out dust. Looks great now! - To start here’s the good: love the natural look of this sand in my cichlids aquarium setup. Also, it buffered the water perfectly at 8.2. I added 4 bags (80lbs, about) to a 75 gallon tank and it covered the bottom with about an inch, which is what I wanted. Now the negatives. First off, two of the four bags were leaking slightly, no problem, although I hoped it wouldn’t affect the “live” aspect of this sand. Upon opening, the bags smelled of eggs. I figured this was okay, because it mentioned anaerobic bacteria present, and sulfur is produced anaerobically. That is also what may happen in deep substrates. Mine was not going to be deep, and indeed the smell cleared up after adding it to the tank and filling with tap water treated with Tetra AquaSafe. (I chose AquaSafe over Prime because I was using Dr Tim’s All in One fishless cycling product). Most people said not to rinse this sand because, obviously, it is “live” and hence the high price tag. You would kill off and wash away all beneficial bacteria. Of course after installing it into the tank, it was extremely cloudy. I waited several hours before turning on a new Fluval FX4 canister filter. It was not stirring up the bottom at all, but had a nice flow. All the sand particles settled and it began to clear a bit. However, after 4 weeks it is still very milky. Looks like you poured milk in it. I began cycling the tank a couple days after installation. Using ammonium chloride and bacteria to fishless cycle. It was a couple weeks before the ammonia came down to zero and nitrites were appearing, and I was prepared to continue the cycling a few more times because I need to have this tank at high stocking levels. However, the milkiness never went away. I added SeaChem Clarity with no effect. Frustrated at the four week point, I have torn down the tank and removed all the sand and begun to wash it in buckets. Hours of agitation with a hose sprayer and the water off the sand is still milky. Even left in water overnight , it appears clear until you begin to fill and rinse. UPDATE: Finally, I decided to put SMALL (5lb.) amounts of the sand into a 5 gallon bucket and TILT it at an angle while agitating the hose and rinse water, allowing a constant overflow to flush out the dust. This actually worked to clear the sand. I installed it and it looks perfectly white and mostly not too cloudy. After 3 weeks of cycling and settling in with fish, I added Chemipure blue, and the water is now crystal clear. Yay! Review: Be Patient! It only takes 3 days to clear up. - We added 4 bags of sand to our 75 gallon. It gave us a base of 1.5" after everything settled. Do not wash this product as it contains everything needed to cycle the tank. Once added, it took a full 3 days with filter running to be crystal clear. After adding rocks, it stirred up the sand a little but it cleared up in 4 hours. The ph of the water after 3 days was sitting at 8.2. We did a water change to get the small shells and pieces of wood from the sand and took out 10 gallons. Once we put water back into it. The ph fluctuated down to 8.0 and was back to 8.2 in less than a day. My advice is to be patient. Its a great quality product. We found no smell in the tank after adding and it was just a waiting game to see how long it would take to clear up. It looks great now. Totally recommend for African Cichlids. ## Features - Supports pH Balance & Water Stability: Designed for African cichlid tanks, this sand helps maintain stable pH levels and buffering capacity, creating a consistent environment for fish and invertebrates. - Natural & Enriched Substrate: Formulated to support quick tank setup, this substrate helps establish a well-maintained ecosystem while contributing to a clean and visually appealing aquarium. - Aids in Maintaining Water Conditions: Helps reduce nitrogenous waste, including ammonia and nitrites, while promoting a balanced setting that supports fish, invertebrates, and aquatic plants. - Rich in Essential Minerals: Contains strontium, cobalt, zinc, and molybdenum, contributing to tank health and supporting a thriving habitat for fish, corals, and other aquatic species. - Easy to Use & Versatile: Ideal for African cichlid tanks, this white sand is simple to add, enhances the aquarium’s natural look, and provides a stable substrate for freshwater and marine setups. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 277 Reviews | ## Images ![Nature's Ocean Bio-Activ Live Natural White Cichlid Sand - 2 lbs - Supports pH Balance, Enhances Water Stability, Ideal for African Cichlid Tanks - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81+VaLAIohL.jpg) ![Nature's Ocean Bio-Activ Live Natural White Cichlid Sand - 2 lbs - Supports pH Balance, Enhances Water Stability, Ideal for African Cichlid Tanks - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81HEHQOpWEL.jpg) ![Nature's Ocean Bio-Activ Live Natural White Cichlid Sand - 2 lbs - Supports pH Balance, Enhances Water Stability, Ideal for African Cichlid Tanks - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81CL-Wt4HjL.jpg) ![Nature's Ocean Bio-Activ Live Natural White Cichlid Sand - 2 lbs - Supports pH Balance, Enhances Water Stability, Ideal for African Cichlid Tanks - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81QdIiHZESL.jpg) ![Nature's Ocean Bio-Activ Live Natural White Cichlid Sand - 2 lbs - Supports pH Balance, Enhances Water Stability, Ideal for African Cichlid Tanks - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81GTliZg5ML.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Needs to be rinsed in SMALL quantities to flush out dust. Looks great now! *by S***R on January 14, 2019* To start here’s the good: love the natural look of this sand in my cichlids aquarium setup. Also, it buffered the water perfectly at 8.2. I added 4 bags (80lbs, about) to a 75 gallon tank and it covered the bottom with about an inch, which is what I wanted. Now the negatives. First off, two of the four bags were leaking slightly, no problem, although I hoped it wouldn’t affect the “live” aspect of this sand. Upon opening, the bags smelled of eggs. I figured this was okay, because it mentioned anaerobic bacteria present, and sulfur is produced anaerobically. That is also what may happen in deep substrates. Mine was not going to be deep, and indeed the smell cleared up after adding it to the tank and filling with tap water treated with Tetra AquaSafe. (I chose AquaSafe over Prime because I was using Dr Tim’s All in One fishless cycling product). Most people said not to rinse this sand because, obviously, it is “live” and hence the high price tag. You would kill off and wash away all beneficial bacteria. Of course after installing it into the tank, it was extremely cloudy. I waited several hours before turning on a new Fluval FX4 canister filter. It was not stirring up the bottom at all, but had a nice flow. All the sand particles settled and it began to clear a bit. However, after 4 weeks it is still very milky. Looks like you poured milk in it. I began cycling the tank a couple days after installation. Using ammonium chloride and bacteria to fishless cycle. It was a couple weeks before the ammonia came down to zero and nitrites were appearing, and I was prepared to continue the cycling a few more times because I need to have this tank at high stocking levels. However, the milkiness never went away. I added SeaChem Clarity with no effect. Frustrated at the four week point, I have torn down the tank and removed all the sand and begun to wash it in buckets. Hours of agitation with a hose sprayer and the water off the sand is still milky. Even left in water overnight , it appears clear until you begin to fill and rinse. UPDATE: Finally, I decided to put SMALL (5lb.) amounts of the sand into a 5 gallon bucket and TILT it at an angle while agitating the hose and rinse water, allowing a constant overflow to flush out the dust. This actually worked to clear the sand. I installed it and it looks perfectly white and mostly not too cloudy. After 3 weeks of cycling and settling in with fish, I added Chemipure blue, and the water is now crystal clear. Yay! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Be Patient! It only takes 3 days to clear up. *by B***S on March 13, 2019* We added 4 bags of sand to our 75 gallon. It gave us a base of 1.5" after everything settled. Do not wash this product as it contains everything needed to cycle the tank. Once added, it took a full 3 days with filter running to be crystal clear. After adding rocks, it stirred up the sand a little but it cleared up in 4 hours. The ph of the water after 3 days was sitting at 8.2. We did a water change to get the small shells and pieces of wood from the sand and took out 10 gallons. Once we put water back into it. The ph fluctuated down to 8.0 and was back to 8.2 in less than a day. My advice is to be patient. Its a great quality product. We found no smell in the tank after adding and it was just a waiting game to see how long it would take to clear up. It looks great now. Totally recommend for African Cichlids. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Looks nice after it settles *by J***. on January 6, 2019* I had added this 24 hours after another brand bag of black sand. It was very cloudy, which was expected, especially since I didn't rinse it, just added it as is since I wasn't sure if the beneficial stuff would get washed away if I tried to rinse it. I had stirred it up a little more after approximately 6 hours of being in there when I reached in to comb through the sands to combine the 2 colors. After 24 hours it's much clearer, still a little cloudy, but much better than it was. Water parameters were fine to move my fish into it so I was happy and know that eventually it'll be cleared up even more. The fish didn't show any issues moving directly from one tank to the other (I made sure the temperatures were about even before doing so) and have been swimming happily around. My PH is holding steady at 7.5. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/10678403-natures-ocean-bio-activ-live-natural-white-cichlid-sand-2](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/10678403-natures-ocean-bio-activ-live-natural-white-cichlid-sand-2) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-07-13*