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Oliver Knott Peat 2L
Oliver Knott Peat 2L
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Oliver Knott Shrimp Scoria Black Substrate 2L
Oliver Knott Organic Peat Moss is a premium natural substrate that effectively lowers pH levels in freshwater shrimp aquariums. Sourced from 100% organic Canadian sphagnum moss bogs, this high-quality peat moss is recognized for its ability to soften water and release acid-rich tannins, creating the perfect environment for shrimp. By binding calcium and magnesium ions while breaking down bicarbonates, it reduces water hardness and lowers pH, mimicking the natural conditions of shrimp habitats.
Key Benefits:
- Naturally Lowers pH: Perfect for freshwater shrimp, as it gradually reduces pH levels and softens the water for optimal shrimp health.
- Acid-Rich Tannins: Releases tannins that promote a healthy environment, enhancing the natural look and feel of your aquarium.
- Reduces Hardness: Acts to bind calcium and magnesium ions, effectively reducing water hardness.
- 100% Organic: Made from pure Canadian sphagnum moss bogs, providing a natural, chemical-free solution for water quality.
- Promotes Healthy Shrimp: Helps create an ideal habitat for freshwater shrimp by replicating their natural acidic, soft-water environment.
How to Use:
Gradual Introduction: It’s recommended to use Oliver Knott Shrimp Peat in small amounts, gradually increasing the quantity as needed to lower the pH to your desired levels. Avoid reducing the pH by more than 0.2 per 24 hours to prevent stress on your shrimp.
Using in a Filter: For best results, place the required amount of Shrimp Peat inside a filter sock and position it within your filter system, typically between the filter pad and other media. This allows the Peat to gently release tannins and soften the water efficiently.
Placing in the Aquarium: Alternatively, you can place the filter sock directly in the aquarium near the filter water current. This ensures that the tannins are evenly distributed throughout the tank.
Care & Maintenance
Regular Monitoring: As the peat decomposes over time, its beneficial properties will diminish. Regularly monitor the pH levels and replace the Shrimp Peat as needed to maintain optimal water conditions.
Gentle Adjustments: Always make gradual adjustments to the pH, avoiding rapid changes that could stress your shrimp.
Oliver Knott Organic Shrimp Peat is a natural, effective solution for creating the perfect water conditions in shrimp aquariums. By lowering pH, softening water, and releasing beneficial tannins, it provides a healthy, thriving environment for your shrimp.
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How to Acclimate your fish and shrimp
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How to acclimate your fish and shrimp
Fish and Shrimp will be stressed and will not show normal colours right out of the bag from shipping. They will need to acclimate in their new home for several days in stress-free conditions to begin to show true colours
We acclimate fishes or shrimp from shipping to prevent losses due to changing water conditions, it is necessary to carefully acclimate your new fishes and shrimp to their new homes to ensure your success
If your fish were packed in Breathing Bags, do not float the bags in your aquarium or pond.
The Breathing Bags cannot breath in water, only in air. If you have Breathing Bags, there will be no air in the bags and they will have writing on them that says they are Breathing Bags. Non-breathing bags will have air in them that the fish are using to get oxygen. Follow the breathing or non-breathing instructions as needed for your shipment:
Method for Breathing Bags
Do not float the Breathing Bags in the aquarium or pond. The fish will not have sufficient oxygen if the Breathing Bags are floated. Open the bags and pour out 1/3 of the water into a clean bucket. You may use an aquarium net to prevent the fish or shrimp from falling out of the bag. Replace the water removed from the bag with water from your aquarium or pond. After five minutes, repeat the 1/3 volume replacement procedure. After another five minutes, replace 1/3 of the volume again. Finally, after waiting five more minutes, the fishes or shrimp can be moved from the bags to the aquarium or pond.
Method for non- breathing bags
After turning the lights off to reduce stress, Place the fish or shrimp in their plastic bags in the aquarium where they will reside. Allow the bags to float in the tank for about 15 - 30 minutes. If the fish appear distressed, open the bags and roll down the top of the bags so that they are open and floating at the surface. A small portion of tank water may be added to the bags. After 15 - 30 minutes, the fish can be released into the aquarium.
If you need any additional help with acclimating your new fish, just ask. Email us at support@handpickedaquatics.com
Sustainability Statement
We care about the environment, the animals in our care, the ethical sustainability of our business.
As a small business I have taken the following actions to ensure your purchases to not needlessly add to the global carbon footprint.
- Our location is 100% powered by the Queensland sun
- Water is recycled and reclaimed where practical
- Packaging, where possible, is biodegradable
If you have suggestions on how we could do more, or have ideas on we can further reduce dependence on single use plastics or other packaging product please contact us at support@handpickedaquatics.com
100% Live Delivery Guarantee
At Hand Picked Aquatics we offer a 100% live delivery guarantee on all our fish, plants, and other aquatic life. If something in your order arrives dead or is missing, please take a photo of the shipping bag. We'll arrange for a refund or replacement, freight and postage costs are non-refundable & are not able to be claimed.
Please e-mail your photograph and details of your claim within 24 hours of your order arriving to support@handpickedaquatics.com so that we can process your claim