Aqua Natural

Aqua Natural Galaxy Sand 10lb Substrate for aquascaping Aquariums vivariums and terrariums Black

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About this item

  • Sparkling fine black sand that catches the light in your aquarium
  • Ethically and sustainably sourced under license in the USA
  • Black is a great color to build a dramatic aquacape on, your plants and décor will be highlighted on this darker background
  • Country of origin: US
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Technical specifications
item_weight4.5 Kilograms
manufacturerPisces USA
item_model_numberGALAXY010
date_first_availableMay 19, 2022
item_package_dimensions_l_x_w_x_h12.94 x 8.68 x 2.9 inches
item_dimensions_lxwxh13.39 x 2.36 x 8.66 inches
brand_nameAqua Natural
target_audience_keywordFish, Reptiles, fish, reptile-and-amphibian-pets
directionsRinse in bucket until water runs clear. Place in base of aquarium.
model_nameGalaxy Sand
colorBlack
size(Pack of 1)
age_range_descriptionAll Life Stages
included_components1 x 10lb bag of Galaxy Sand
specific_uses_for_productActive
product_dimensions13.39 x 2.36 x 8.66 inches; 9.92 Pounds
best_sellers_rank#7,015 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #10 in Terrarium Substrate

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Customers find the aquarium sand looks stunning with lots of subtle sparkle and appreciate its quality.

★★★★★

Beautiful, Clean Substrate That Elevates Any Aquascape

Beau DriverJanuary 21, 2026✓ Verified purchase

Aqua Natural Galaxy Sand is an excellent substrate for aquascaping. The color is absolutely beautiful in person, a natural blend that adds depth and contrast without overpowering the tank. It gives a clean, modern look and really makes fish colors and plants stand out. One of the biggest positives is how clean this sand is right out of the bag. It required minimal rinsing and didn’t cloud my tank like many other sands I’ve used. The grain size is perfect, fine enough for a smooth, natural appearance but heavy enough that it stays in place and doesn’t constantly get kicked up. It works great for planted tanks, bettas, and bottom-dwelling fish, and it’s gentle on fins and barbels. The sand also holds its shape well for aquascaping, making it easy to create slopes and contours. Overall, this is a high-quality substrate that looks amazing, is easy to work with, and performs exactly as expected. If you’re looking for a reliable, attractive sand for aquascaping, this is a fantastic choice and well worth. Read more

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Good looking sand

JesseJanuary 25, 2026✓ Verified purchase

Really nice sand that looks really good in my tank. The only issues I had is that there was a good amount of particles floating on the very top of the water. I bought 10lbs for a 20-gallon long tank and I way underestimated how much I needed. I ordered another 20lb bag and think that should be perfect. The sand is very consistent in particle size. Would buy again in the future. Read more

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love the look

CustomerJanuary 21, 2026✓ Verified purchase

This sand is very dark black, just what I wanted. Rinsed many times and still made the rinse water dirty and the aquarium water cloudy but not too bad. It does look awesome though. Would recommend and buy again. Read more

★★★★★

Very pretty!

NokisFebruary 3, 2026✓ Verified purchase

Gorgeous sand, i rinsed it out once before applying to my tank and had no mess at all Read more

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Shiny black sand

Jacob DockeryFebruary 23, 2026✓ Verified purchase

Looks good was bit of a mess when arrived but did ship with driftwood so bad luck on it poking the sand packaging. Read more

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Perfect!

Alicia MunsonJanuary 6, 2026✓ Verified purchase

As described. Great color, dont be silly like me and forget to rinse it before adding to the tank or you'll color your water everytime the sand gets stirred up. A few water changes cleared it up though. Easy. Two bags covered my 29 gal well. Read more

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★★★★★

So clean! Great substrate!

Kayla SigmonDecember 15, 2025✓ Verified purchase

I didn’t have to wash or rinse this sand and for that reason alone, it would get 10 stars if possible. I added this to an already established tank, and it truly didn’t cloud the tank at ALL. I even left the filter on, oops. It settled within 30 mins, looks great, is clean, had zero hitchhikers. My loach is loving it! Read more

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★★★★★

Small bag

mchavez3February 20, 2026✓ Verified purchase

The media could not be loaded. Not Alot of aquarium sand, would maybe nicely do a 10 gallon or smaller tank Read more

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