Shortened cycling - long-term stable microclimate
Until now, there was no alternative to live rock. Then came the CaribSea LifeRocks. Fossil aragonite rock with a bacterial coating that shortens the cycle even compared to living rock and creates a long-term stable microclimate. And all this without ecological concern, with a lower nutrient load and an incredible freedom of design. CaribSea LifeRock Originals are left in shape and size as they occur in nature. This unique variety of shapes means you will find exactly the stones you need for your individual reef build. For example, rocks can serve as a base, complete or stabilize arches. Additionally, you can combine the rocks with appropriate composites to create your own designs and shapes.
Each stone is unique - for individual construction
CaribSea LifeRocks are aragonite rocks of fossil origin, which are extracted from dry reefs. Formed by nature, no stone is like another. Each captivates with its very own character. This makes LifeRocks ideal for building spectacular, individual reef aquariums.
No destruction of ecosystems - for the protection of nature
Although few people say it out loud: the amount of living rock available on the market exceeds the amount that can be legally mined. LifeRocks are sustainably mined and guaranteed to not destroy existing ecosystems. Therefore, using CaribSea LifeRocks as an alternative to live rock is an active contribution to environmental protection.
Inclusive microcosm - for an active ecosystem
LifeRocks are covered with a reddish bacterial film. This gives them the appearance of living rock with a coating of calcareous red algae. More importantly, however, the LifeRocks become revitalized living rocks thanks to the bacterial coating. The biofilm, made up of permanent layers of different bacterial strains, allows transport and storage in a dry state. Aquascaping also offers completely new design possibilities: you can fully concentrate on the construction without having to ensure that the stones do not dry out.
As soon as the LifeRocks have arrived in the water, they come to life. This makes it more than just a visual eye-catcher for fascinating reefs - it is a reef that lives and filters and provides invertebrates, corals and fish with the optimal microclimate. The cycling period can even be shortened compared to live rock! And all this without any unwanted guests. This makes LifeRocks from CaribSea not only an optical alternative to live rock, but also functional!
No traces of chemicals - clean and safe for invertebrates, corals and fish
The extraction of LifeRocks from fossil reefs makes them perfect not only outdoors. Their chemical and structural composition is also natural. LifeRocks are absolutely silicate free and bring no other chemical surprises into the water. Compared to live rock, they also have a lower nutrient load!
Optimal habitat conditions - for unique reef aquariums
The aragonite rock has developed within a functioning ecosystem. The high macro- and microporosity developed naturally and provides exactly the structure that microorganisms and invertebrates are used to and need from nature. This makes a stable, colorful and healthy ecosystem, from microorganisms to shimmering fish, a breeze!
A nudge to start the process
LifeRocks are pre-infused with dormant bacteria until the rocks are placed in the aquarium, allowing for dry transport and storage. Once activated, the bacteria work to bring the ammonia levels in the water down to zero. The result is a living, breathing reef that creates the perfect microclimate for marine life.
Product information
Available in a range of shapes and sizes, LifeRocks meet all your aquascaping needs. LifeRock Original, for example, is a versatile product that can be placed or stacked in simple and complex configurations for exceptional biological filtration. Shelf Rock and Arches let you create dramatic caves, ledges, and arches, while Belize Branches mimics the look of stony reefs. The LifeRock Shapes, Arch, XL Arch, Mega Arch and MegaCave provide you and your animals with arches, rings and tunnels that optimally recreate natural habitats. Life Rocks can even be broken up and added to a refugium, sump or overflow for additional filtration.
