Dragon Rock – Sold per Kg
Add dramatic texture and a striking focal point to your aquarium with Dragon Rock. Known for its rugged, jagged surfaces and natural crevices, this rock is perfect for aquascaping, creating caves, or building natural layouts for fish and shrimp.
Features:
Natural, aquarium-safe rock
Unique jagged surfaces and crevices for visual interest
Ideal for aquascaping and biotope-style layouts
Provides hiding spots for fish and shrimp
Suitable for freshwater aquariums and terrariums
Sold: Per kilogramNote: Each piece is unique in shape and size. Rinse thoroughly before use to remove dust.
Seachem Stability – Biological Starter and Filter Support
seachem stability is a concentrated blend of beneficial bacteria designed to establish and maintain a strong biological filter in both freshwater and marine aquariums. it helps process ammonia, nitrite and nitrate, creating a safer and more stable environment for fish and invertebrates.
stability is ideal for new setups, after water changes, filter cleaning, medication treatments or any time the biological filter needs support. it works quickly, is safe for all tank inhabitants and does not require refrigeration.
what it does
introduces reliable beneficial bacteria
supports new tank cycling
helps reduce ammonia, nitrite and nitrate
strengthens biological filtration in established tanks
safe for freshwater and marine systems
available sizes (select your size above)
stability 50 ml
stability 100 ml
stability 250 ml
stability bonus 325 ml
stability 500 ml
stability 1 l
stability 2 l
stability 4 l
Red Cherry Shrimp
Overview
Add vibrant color and lively movement to your aquarium with the Red Cherry Shrimp. Known for its striking red and white marbled patterns, this freshwater shrimp is both eye-catching and fascinating to watch. Perfect for community tanks, planted aquariums, or shrimp-specific setups, Red Marble Shrimp also helps maintain a healthy tank by grazing on algae and detritus.
Ideal for hobbyists of all levels, these hardy shrimp are easy to care for and bring natural beauty and activity to your aquascape.
Key Features
Striking coloration: Red color creates a vibrant focal point.
Algae grazers: Helps keep tanks clean by eating algae and organic matter.
Community-friendly: Can coexist with other small, peaceful fish and invertebrates.
Hardy and adaptable: Suitable for freshwater and planted aquariums.
Compact size: Perfect for nano tanks, shrimp tanks, and larger aquascapes.
Specifications
Species: Red Cherry Shrimp
Type: Freshwater ornamental shrimp
Size: Approx. 2–3 cm adult size
Water parameters: pH 6.5–7.5, Temp 22–28°C
Diet: Algae, biofilm, sinking shrimp pellets, and vegetable matter
Benefits
Adds bright color and natural movement to your aquarium.
Helps maintain clean water surfaces and substrate naturally.
Encourages a balanced and thriving aquascape ecosystem.
Easy to care for and great for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike.
Care Tips
Maintain stable water parameters for optimum health and coloration.
Provide plenty of plants, moss, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Feed high-quality shrimp food and occasional blanched vegetables.
Avoid aggressive tankmates that may prey on shrimp.
💡 Aquatic Pets SA Tip: Pair your Red Marble Shrimp with live plants like Java Moss or Anubias and natural decor like tree stumps or lava rock for a beautiful, dynamic aquascape full of activity and color.
🌿 Echinodorus Major ‘Martii’ – Elegant Ruffled Sword Plant for Large Aquariums
Echinodorus Major ‘Martii’, also known as the Ruffled Amazon Sword, is a beautiful, large background plant admired for its unique ruffled, wavy leaves and vibrant green coloration. Native to South America, this plant adds texture, height, and elegance to medium to large freshwater aquariums.
It’s an excellent choice for aquarists looking to build a bold, natural centerpiece or a lush background in their aquascapes.
✅ Quick Specs:
Scientific Name: Echinodorus major (formerly E. martii)
Common Names: Ruffled Sword, Major Sword
Height: 40–60+ cm
Lighting: Medium to High
CO₂: Optional (beneficial for faster growth)
Temperature: 22–28°C
Placement: Background
Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
🌱 Why You'll Love It:
Distinctive wavy leaves for added texture and motion
Grows tall—perfect for background or center placement
Hardy and adaptable to most freshwater setups
Makes an eye-catching specimen plant
Great for community tanks and Amazon-style aquascapes
💡 Care Tips:
Prefers a nutrient-rich substrate or root tabs
Allow space for expansion—can grow wide as well as tall
Trim older leaves to encourage fresh, compact growth
Can grow emersed and may flower in open-top tanks
Avoid placing in small tanks due to size potential
📦 Sold Individually – Strong, Rooted, and Ready to Plant!Ideal for planted tanks, display aquascapes, or Amazonian biotope layouts.
Add height, beauty, and natural balance to your aquascape with the Tall Assorted Amazon Sword. Known for their long, broad leaves and hardy nature, these live aquatic plants are perfect for the background of larger tanks or as a striking centerpiece in medium aquariums.
Each plant is sold individually and comes from a mix of tall-growing Amazon Sword species such as Echinodorus bleheri and Echinodorus amazonicus, known to reach impressive heights under the right conditions. Their dramatic presence not only enhances the visual appeal of your tank but also provides excellent cover and enrichment for fish and invertebrates.
Key Features:
✅ Tall growing variety – ideal for background planting
✅ Assorted live plants – sold individually
✅ Lush green foliage – excellent for natural aquascapes
✅ Helps improve water quality and reduce algae growth
✅ Suitable for beginners and experienced aquarists
Specifications:
Plant Type: Tall-growing freshwater plant
Variety: Assorted Amazon Sword species
Height Range: 20–50 cm (8"–20") depending on care and conditions
Placement: Background
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
Light Requirement: Moderate to high
Water Conditions:
pH: 6.5–7.5
Temperature: 22°C–28°C (72°F–82°F)
Care Instructions:
Plant directly into nutrient-rich substrate
Provide adequate lighting (8–10 hours per day)
Supplement with root tabs or liquid fertilizer for best results
Trim yellow or old leaves to encourage new, healthy growth
What You’ll Receive:
1 x Tall Amazon Sword (Assorted Variety) – Live Aquarium Plant
Assorted Mollies – Colourful, Peaceful, and Perfect for Any Aquarium
Add a splash of colour, life, and personality to your freshwater tank with our Assorted Mollies – a beautiful mix of one of the most popular and beginner-friendly tropical fish species. Mollies (Poecilia sphenops) are well-loved for their vibrant colours, peaceful nature, and active behavior, making them a fantastic choice for both new and experienced aquarists.
Each order includes a random selection of healthy, high-quality mollies in various colours and fin types – including black, dalmatian, gold, silver, marble, and more!
🎨 What You’ll Receive:
A mixed variety of mollies chosen from:
Black Mollies
Gold Mollies
Dalmatian Mollies
Marble Mollies
Silver & White Mollies
Colours and types are assorted and chosen at random for a diverse and exciting mix.
🐟 Species Overview:
Scientific Name: Poecilia sphenops
Common Name: Molly / Assorted Molly
Adult Size: 6 – 10 cm (size varies by type)
Lifespan: 3 – 5 years
Minimum Tank Size: 60L (larger if keeping a group)
🌿 Key Features:
Vibrant Variety: A stunning mix of colours and patterns to brighten your aquarium
Peaceful & Social: Great community fish that thrive in groups
Livebearers: Mollies give birth to live fry—great for hobbyists interested in breeding
Hardy & Adaptable: Tolerate a wide range of water conditions, perfect for beginners
💧 Water Requirements:
Temperature: 24°C – 28°C
pH: 7.0 – 8.2
Hardness: Moderate to hard water preferred
Tank Setup: Planted areas with open swimming space and hiding spots
Mollies also enjoy a small amount of aquarium salt in their water, but it’s optional in community tanks.
🍴 Feeding:
Mollies are omnivores and enjoy a varied diet:
High-quality flakes or pellets
Vegetable-based foods (like spirulina or blanched spinach)
Frozen or live treats (brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms)
🤝 Compatible Tank Mates:
Mollies are peaceful and do well with other non-aggressive species such as:
Guppies
Platies
Tetras
Swordtails
Corydoras
Danios
Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping species.
🛍️ Why Buy Mollies from Aquatic Pets SA?
✔️ Strong, healthy, and colourful stock✔️ Mixed varieties for a unique tank display✔️ Fast & safe live delivery throughout South Africa✔️ Expert support for tank setup, care, and compatibility
Brighten up your aquarium with the beautiful, easy-going nature of Assorted Mollies. Whether you’re starting your first tropical tank or adding new life to a community setup, these fish offer colour, activity, and charm in one affordable package.
👉 Order your Assorted Mollies today from Aquatic Pets SA – your trusted source for quality tropical fish!
Hygrophila difformis (Water Wisteria)
Transform your aquarium with the lush greenery of Hygrophila difformis, commonly known as Water Wisteria. This hardy, fast-growing aquatic plant is perfect for beginners and experienced aquarists alike. Its delicate, lace-like leaves create a beautiful, natural look while improving water quality by absorbing excess nutrients.
✅ Ideal for: Freshwater aquariums✅ Light Requirement: Low to Medium✅ Growth Rate: Fast✅ CO₂ Requirement: Optional (grows well without CO₂)✅ Placement: Midground or Background
Care Tips:
Plant in nutrient-rich substrate for best growth.
Trim regularly to maintain shape and prevent overgrowth.
Propagate easily from cuttings.
Bring life and vibrant green to your tank with this easy-to-care-for aquatic plant!
Alternanthera Sessilis is a bold and fast-growing stem plant known for its vivid red to purple foliage. Popular in both aquascaping and emersed (above-water) settings, this plant creates stunning color contrast in freshwater aquariums when provided with the right conditions. It's ideal for hobbyists looking to add vibrant color and vertical interest to their aquascapes.
Key Features:
🌿 Scientific Name: Alternanthera sessilis
📏 Growth Height: 20–40 cm (8–16 inches)
💡 Lighting Requirements: High for best color
💧 CO₂ Requirement: Strongly recommended
🌡️ Temperature Range: 22–28°C (72–82°F)
⚙️ Placement: Midground to Background
🐠 Aquarium Suitability: Best for high-tech, well-maintained planted tanks
Care Notes:
While Alternanthera sessilis can grow submerged, it thrives best in high-light, CO₂-injected tanks. Without strong lighting and nutrients, the plant may struggle to maintain its intense coloration and upright form. Frequent trimming encourages bushy, compact growth and prevents overshadowing of neighboring plants.
Why Choose Alternanthera Sessilis?
Eye-catching red-purple leaves add instant visual impact
Excellent for Dutch-style and contrast-heavy aquascapes
Encourages natural fish behavior and hiding
Can be grown emersed in paludariums or ripariums
⚠️ Note: This species is more demanding than other Alternantheras and may not be suitable for low-tech aquariums.
A Colorful Male Fancy Guppy is a bright and attractive freshwater fish known for its vivid colors, flowing tail, and energetic swimming. Male guppies are especially popular in aquariums because they display more intense colors and patterns than females.
Appearance
🌈 Bright Colors: Males often show red, blue, yellow, orange, green, or mixed patterns.
🪶 Large Decorative Tail: Their tails can be fan-shaped, sword-shaped, or delta-shaped.
📏 Small Size: Usually about 3–5 cm (1–1.5 inches) long.
✨ Unique Patterns: Spots, mosaics, snakeskin, or metallic colors.
Personality
🏊 Active and playful swimmers
🤝 Peaceful community fish that live well with other small fish
👀 Often swim around the tank showing off their colorful fins.
Care Requirements
💧 Water temperature: 22–28°C
🌿 Tank: At least 20 liters (5 gallons) with plants or hiding spots
🍽 Diet: Flakes, pellets, and occasional live or frozen food like brine shrimp
🧼 Clean water: Regular water changes keep them healthy.
Why People Love Them
🌈 Extremely colorful and eye-catching
🐟 Easy to care for, great for beginners
🧬 Breed easily, producing many baby guppies
Example Website Description
Colorful Male Fancy Guppy – Premium Aquarium Fish
This vibrant male fancy guppy features bright colors and a beautiful flowing tail. It is healthy, active, and perfect for community aquariums. Ideal for both beginner and experienced fish keepers.
Black Dragon Rock – Sold per kg
Black Dragon Rock is a striking natural aquascaping stone with deep black tones and rugged, textured surfaces. Its dramatic appearance makes it perfect for creating bold, high-contrast layouts, mountain-style aquascapes, or nature-inspired planted tanks.
The intricate textures and sharp edges of Black Dragon Rock provide excellent attachment points for mosses and epiphytic plants, allowing your aquascape to develop naturally over time. Each piece is uniquely formed, ensuring every layout is one-of-a-kind.
Key Features
Natural dark stone with rugged texture and dramatic appearance
Ideal for mountain-style, nature-style, and planted aquascapes
Excellent surface for moss and plant attachment
Adds depth, contrast, and visual impact to hardscape layouts
Each piece is unique in size, shape, and surface detail
Usage
Suitable for freshwater aquariums, planted tanks, paludariums, and aquascaping displays
Can be used as a focal stone or combined with smaller supporting rocks for layered designs
Important Notes
Sold per kilogram (kg)
Natural product – variations in colour, texture, and shape are expected
Rinse thoroughly before use
May slightly influence water parameters depending on aquarium conditions
Black Dragon Rock is a premium choice for aquascapers seeking bold, textured hardscapes that bring natural drama and character to any aquarium.
Bloodworm Blister Pack 100g
The bloodworm blister pack is a convenient, high-quality frozen food option designed to support the natural diet needs of a wide range of freshwater and tropical fish. Packed with essential proteins, fats, and nutrients, these bloodworms provide excellent nourishment that helps fish maintain strong colours, healthy growth, and active behaviour.
Each blister cube is easy to portion, allowing fish keepers to feed only what their tank needs without unnecessary waste. This makes it suitable for both small home aquariums and larger setups. Bloodworms are especially loved by bettas, discus, tetras, barbs, cichlids, and many other community species that naturally hunt small aquatic invertebrates in the wild.
Frozen bloodworms are also ideal as a supplementary food source, adding valuable variety to regular feeding routines. Offering different food types can help improve appetite, keep fish stimulated, and support overall tank health. The 100g pack size provides great value and is simple to store in any freezer until needed.
This product is easy to use: simply pop out the required number of cubes, thaw if preferred, and add directly to the aquarium. Always feed in moderation and remove any uneaten food to maintain good water quality.
Whether you are feeding young fish that need high protein or treating your tank to a nutrient-rich snack, this bloodworm blister pack is a reliable choice for everyday aquarium care.
Hillstream Loach (Borneo Sucker)
Unique, Algae-Eating Freshwater Fish for Aquariums
The Hillstream Loach, also known as the Borneo Sucker, is a fascinating freshwater fish prized for its algae-eating ability and unusual, flattened body shape. Native to fast-flowing streams in Southeast Asia, it is perfect for aquariums with strong water movement and plenty of smooth rocks.
Key features
Algae eater: Helps control algae growth on rocks and aquarium surfaces
Unique appearance: Flattened, sucker-like body and patterned fins for a striking look
Active and hardy: Thrives in well-oxygenated, fast-flowing water
Peaceful community fish: Compatible with small, non-aggressive tank mates
Natural behavior: Attaches to rocks and surfaces using its sucker mouth
Care requirements
Tank type: Freshwater, preferably with strong water flow
Temperature: 20–26°C
pH range: 6.5–7.5
Diet: Algae, biofilm, and supplemental sinking foods
Size: Up to 8 cm
Behavior: Prefers to be kept in groups or pairs
Why choose Hillstream Loaches?
Hillstream Loaches are excellent for algae control while adding a unique, eye-catching element to freshwater aquariums. Ideal for planted tanks with rocks and flowing water, they bring natural beauty and activity to your setup.