{"product_id":"jurassic-reef-rock","title":"Jurassic Reef Rock","description":"\u003ch3\u003eJurassic Reef Rock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_aac0a4491f20325c-23\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_aac0a4491f20325c-23\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-23 citation-end-23\"\u003eJurassic Reef Rock is an eco-friendly, premium dry rock alternative to wild-harvested live rock.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-22 citation-end-22\"\u003eNaturally fossilized and highly porous, it offers an authentic, mature reef aesthetic with rich texture and cavernous shapes.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-21 citation-end-21\"\u003eIts intricate micro-structure provides an ideal biological platform for beneficial filter bacteria, making it an outstanding choice for building stable, natural, and visually stunning aquascapes in marine, reef, and high-pH freshwater aquariums.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_aac0a4491f20325c-24\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20\"\u003eNote for Beginner Aquarists:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20 citation-end-20\"\u003e Because Jurassic Reef Rock is 100% dry and free from wild organic pests, algae, and parasites, it must undergo a \"cycling\" process.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Adding beneficial nitrifying bacteria and a nitrogen source during setup will colonize the porous rock surface, establishing the biological filter needed to keep fish and corals safe and healthy. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights \u0026amp; Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Fossilized Reef Rock (Dry Hardscape)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarine \u0026amp; Reef Aquascaping, Cichlid \/ High-pH Setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eBiological Benefit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh micro-porosity for beneficial bio-filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Chemistry Impact\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuffers pH and alkalinity (calcium-carbonate rich)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eEco Safety\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Sustainable; zero damage to natural wild coral reefs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePest Risk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZero (completely free of unwanted pests, hitchhikers, or algae)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Beginner Guide \u0026amp; Setup Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Water Chemistry \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJurassic Reef Rock consists of natural calcium carbonate. In saltwater environments, it slowly releases natural buffers that help stabilize alkalinity and keep the pH safely around \u003cb\u003e8.1–8.4\u003c\/b\u003e. It is also suitable for African Cichlid or brackish tanks that require higher pH levels. \u003ci\u003eIt is not recommended for soft-water planted aquariums that require acidic pH levels.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_aac0a4491f20325c-25\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Pre-Rinsing \u0026amp; Aquascaping Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_aac0a4491f20325c-25\"\u003eBefore placing the rock into your aquarium, rinse each piece thoroughly in warm, clean water or RO\/DI water to wash away loose dust from transport. \u003cspan class=\"citation-19 citation-end-19\"\u003eThe natural textures, crevices, and irregular contours make stacking easy.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Secure heavy structures using aquarium-safe epoxy or superglue gel (cyanoacrylate) to prevent shifting or tipping. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Biological Cycling\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike wild live rock, dry reef rock contains no live bacterial colonies. To kickstart your biological filter, place the rocks in your tank, add saltwater, and seed the system with a quality bottle of nitrifying bacteria. Within a few weeks, the porous interior will become populated with beneficial micro-organisms, supporting a healthy ecosystem for fish, corals, and invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reef Rock","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":57221368971604,"sku":"72056","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":57221369004372,"sku":"72057","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/5828\/7444\/files\/Reefrock.jpg?v=1789935387","url":"https:\/\/www.tropicalmarineaquatic.com\/products\/jurassic-reef-rock","provider":"Tropical Marine Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}