{"product_id":"live-filter-media-spheres-500ml-can-copy","title":"Live Filter Media - Spheres 500ml Can","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLive Spheres – 500ml Can\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive Spheres are a premium biological filter media designed to maximise the growth of beneficial nitrifying bacteria, helping maintain exceptional water quality and a stable aquarium ecosystem. Their highly porous spherical design provides an extensive surface area, allowing beneficial bacteria to efficiently convert harmful ammonia and nitrite into less toxic nitrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for freshwater, marine and planted aquariums, Live Spheres are compatible with most canister filters, sump systems and internal filters with biological media chambers. Their durable construction ensures long lasting biological filtration for both new and established aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eHighly Porous Biological Media\u003c\/strong\u003e – Spherical design provides a large surface area for beneficial bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eSupports a Healthy Aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps break down harmful ammonia and nitrite through biological filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Most Filters\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ideal for canister filters, sumps and internal filters with media compartments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eLong Lasting Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Durable filter media designed for continuous biological filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse gently with aquarium water before first use to remove any loose dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the spheres into a filter media bag or directly into your filter's biological media chamber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition after mechanical filtration for optimal biological performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen cleaning, rinse only in removed aquarium water to preserve beneficial bacteria. Avoid rinsing with untreated tap water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine Live Spheres with mechanical and chemical filtration media to create a complete filtration system that supports crystal clear, healthy aquarium water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biological filtration requires time to establish. Allow several weeks for beneficial bacteria to colonise the media fully. Avoid replacing all biological media at once to maintain a stable bacterial colony.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"South West Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52701145563423,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/4120\/9375\/files\/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZWItbmluamEtaW1hZ2VzIiwia2V5IjoicGlzY2VzZW50XC9pbWFnZXNcL3Byb2RpbWdcLzM1ODFfMS5wbmciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjQ4MCwiaGVpZ2h0Ijo0ODAsImZpdCI6Imluc2lkZSIsInd.webp?v=1784804141","url":"https:\/\/www.southwestaquatics.com.au\/products\/live-filter-media-spheres-500ml-can-copy","provider":"South West Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}