Who is Hugo Kamishi?

Hugo Kamishi™ hails from Lake Ashinoko in the Hakone area of Kanagawa Prefecture in Honshū, Japan, famous for it’s hot springs and spectacular views of Mount Fuji. The tranquillity of the lake is often a catalyst for new designs and products.

Is Hugo Kamishi gravel inert?

Hugo Natural sand range is a safe inert sand suitable for freshwater and Saltwater aquariums offering a natural look to your tank.

Which gravel is best for aquarium?

The 7 Best Aquarium Gravels – Reviews 2021

  1. Exotic Pebbles Polished Mixed Gravel – Best Overall.
  2. Pure Water Pebbles Natural Aquarium Gravel – Best Value.
  3. Carib Sea Gemstone Creek Gravel – Premium Choice.
  4. GloFish Accent Gravel.
  5. Seachem Flourite Black Clay Gravel.
  6. Imagitarium Blue Jean Aquarium Gravel.

What is the best sand for corydoras?

Corydoras like to root around in the substrate for food. So what should we use in the aquarium to allow them to behave naturally, without damage to their barbels? Heiko Bleher explains. I strongly suggest only fine silica sand, ideally white or beige, but never black or any other colour.

Is colored gravel bad for fish?

The dye used in cheap gravel available at a low cost, can discolor tank water as well as introduce poisons to your fish community. Having colored tank gravel could be your choice, but unless it is completely cleaned, it can be a long term danger to many fish.

Is sand bad for corydoras?

They have not evolved to feed in sand as Corydoras have. It is a crime not to give Corydoras a fine substrate, whether in a shop or private aquarium. They will suffer without one and can damage their barbels feeding in gravel, sometimes resulting in infection and loss of their barbels.

Can I put river rocks in my aquarium?

The principal danger of using your own outdoor gravel and stones in an aquarium is the possibility that they contain calcium, which can. But before testing, make sure to also wash the stones thoroughly to remove all loose grit and contaminants.

Is Granite OK for aquariums?

There is absolutely no reason not to use granite in a freshwater aquarium. It is typically an inert stone, and will not affect water quality. If you collect it yourself however, make sure you sterilize it by soaking the pieces in hot water, then rinsing thoroughly and allowing to cool before use.”

Why is my fish tank cloudy after cleaning?

A cloudy freshwater aquarium is often the result of a bacterial bloom occurring because of excess dissolved organic materials in the water column. Organic material can come from fish waste or excrement, uneaten fish food, dead plants, dead fish, dead snails or other detritus or debris.

Is it better to have sand or gravel in a fish tank?

Gravel is the better choice for most freshwater aquariums. Gravel also comes in a variety of colors so you can customize your tank and make it complement your fish. The Case for Sand Substrate. Sand doesn’t allow water to flow through it as well as gravel does.

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