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WIO - Tigris Sand

WIO - Tigris Sand

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A warm, natural-toned sand inspired by riverbanks and floodplains, featuring a refined grain mix for authentic depth and texture. Its soft beige–ochre palette creates a harmonious, biotope-accurate foundation that enhances plants, stones, and fish with effortless natural beauty.
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Size : 4.4 lb

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Color: Warm pale-yellow sand with soft earthy tones that mimic natural lowland riverbeds.

Composition: 100% natural silica sand, pre-washed for clarity and purity.

Size Mix: 0.004"–0.15" (0.1–4 mm) fine-to-medium grains for smooth, realistic riverbank texture.

Matching: Complements warm-toned hardscapes such as Bumblebee Stone, Elderly Stone, and driftwood-rich layouts.

Results: Creates a soft, warm, nature-inspired riverbed ideal for lowland biotopes, planted tanks, and calm, earthy aquascapes.

Ready to Use: Fully pre-washed — minimal rinsing recommended.

Safety: Completely inert and pH-neutral — safe for all fish, shrimp, snails, and plants.

Worry-Free: Will not alter water hardness; suitable for sensitive species and planted setups.

Versatile: Ideal for aquariums, paludariums, and terrariums; use alone or mix with other natural sands for layered realism.

Packing: Available in 4.4 lb (2 kg) and 11 lb (5 kg) bags.

SHIPPING INFO

Fast and free shipping within the U.S. and Australia.

Worldwide free shipping on orders over $599!

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Carefully selected, washed, and screened for impurities and contaminants. pH neutral, will not affect water chemistry.

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Tigris Sand – Your Ready-to-Scape Warm Riverbed Foundation

Tigris Sand brings soft, natural warmth to your aquascape with its pale yellowish tones inspired by lowland riverbanks and floodplains. This premium natural silica sand creates an inviting, earthy aesthetic that enhances plant color, softens hardscape lines, and delivers a beautifully authentic riverbed look for both aquariums and terrariums.

Pre-washed, pH-neutral, and safe for all aquatic life, Tigris Sand offers a clean, easy-to-use substrate with fine-to-medium grains that form smooth gradients, natural slopes, and gently textured surfaces. Its organic color palette blends seamlessly with woods, stones, and rooted plants, making it a versatile choice for warm, nature-inspired layouts.

Available Sizes
4.4 lb (2 kg)
11 lb (5 kg)

Each Bag Includes
A natural, pre-washed silica sand blend with warm, pale yellowish tones and mixed 0.1"–0.15" (0.1–4 mm) grains for realistic riverbank texture

Why You’ll Love It
✓ Soft, warm tones perfect for natural and lowland biotopes
✓ Fine-to-medium grains create realistic riverbed transitions
✓ Enhances the colors of plants, fish, wood, and stone
✓ Clean, pre-washed, and ready to use straight from the bag
✓ pH-neutral and safe for all fish, shrimp, and snails
✓ Works beautifully in aquariums, paludariums, and terrariums

Design Tip
Use Tigris Sand as a base layer and softly blend its edges into slightly darker sands to mimic real floodplain transitions. Bury the base of roots or stones slightly to create a naturally embedded, river-worn appearance.

Specs & Care
Material: Natural silica sand
Color: Pale yellowish base with earthy muted tones
Texture: Fine-to-medium grains
Grain Size: 0.004"–0.15" (0.1–4 mm)
Effect on Water: Inert — will not affect pH or hardness

Pre-washed for convenience. Optional light rinse may remove residual dust. When filling the tank, pour water gently onto a hard surface (plate, plastic bag, or stone) to prevent disturbance.

Safe for all fish, shrimp, snails, plants, amphibians, and terrarium species.