Description

Stoney River Premium Aquatic Gravel (5 lb Bag)
Product Overview
Bring a beautiful, true-to-life slice of nature into your aquarium or terrarium with Stoney River Premium Aquatic Gravel. Produced by the Clifford W. Estes Company—a trusted leader in aquatic aggregates for over 50 years—this substrate line features gorgeous, highly curated stones collected from natural landscapes like the Baja of Mexico. It is completely non-toxic and pH-neutral, allowing you to design an eye-catching, textured layout without affecting your delicate tank chemistry or water hardness.
The 5 lb bag size is perfect for desktop nano tanks, small terrariums, or as decorative top-layer landscaping and paths in larger aquascaped biotopes.
Key Features & Benefits
  • 100% Inert & Safe: Will not leach minerals or affect the pH, GH, or KH of your aquarium water. It is entirely safe for all tropical fish, marine life, and invertebrates.
  • Stunning Natural Aesthetics: Sourced directly from natural geological deposits to offer unmatched realism and a diverse variety of textures, shapes, and earthy tones.
  • Smooth, Fish-Safe Surfaces: The individual pebbles and stones feature naturally smooth, rounded edges that prevent scratches and injuries to bottom-dwelling fish or burrowers.
  • Promotes a Healthy Ecosystem: The spacing provided by the gravel size allows waste particles to settle where beneficial aerobic bacteria can break them down efficiently, promoting cleaner water.
  • Multi-Use Versatility: Highly durable and long-lasting, making it an excellent decorative element for indoor terrariums, potted plants, and vase arrangements.

Popular Premium Variations Available in 5 lb Bags:
  • Cherokee Pebbles: A beautifully varied, earthy blend of natural riverbed pebbles that mimics classic stream and creek environments.
  • Mexican Black Beach Pebbles: Smooth, deep black stones that offer high-contrast drama, making your fish and lush green plants stand out intensely.
  • Beach Pebblies: Small-grade (~1/4 inch) naturally smooth coastal pebbles ideal for smaller fish or finer accents.
  • Jumbo Natural Gems: Distinctly larger, smooth, and robust accent stones designed to break up flat horizons and add physical depth to your hardscape.

Product Specifications
  • Weight: 5 lbs (2.27 kg)
  • Material: Sourced natural stone aggregates.
  • Compatibility: Perfect for freshwater, saltwater marine tanks, and terrariums. Safe for canister, sponge, or hang-on-back filtration.
  • Preparation: Always give the gravel a quick, gentle rinse with clean, temperature-matched water prior to placing it in your aquarium to clear away transit dust.