Aquavitro Synthesis (350ml)
Aquavitro Synthesis is a specialized nutrient and trace element supplement formulated for freshwater planted aquariums. It provides essential elements that support balanced plant growth, enhance coloration, and improve overall plant health.
Synthesis is ideal for aquascapers seeking a complete and easy-to-use solution for maintaining nutrient-rich water, ensuring vibrant and thriving plants while keeping the aquarium ecosystem stable.
Features & Benefits:
Supplies essential nutrients and trace elements
Supports balanced growth and healthy plants
Enhances plant coloration and vitality
Suitable for freshwater planted aquariums
Safe for fish, shrimp, and other invertebrates
Easy-to-use liquid formula
Premium Aquavitro formulation
Trusted quality by Seachem
Available Size:
Synthesis – 350ml
Use as directed. Best used regularly as part of a complete plant fertilization and maintenance program for optimal results.
Aquavitro Vibrance – Iron Supplement for Marine Plants and Macroalgae
aquavitro vibrance is a high-quality iron supplement formulated to support healthy growth and colour in marine plants and macroalgae. iron is an essential nutrient that helps drive photosynthesis, encourages strong tissue development and promotes natural, vibrant colouration.
vibrance uses a highly bioavailable form of iron that is easily absorbed without clouding the water. it is ideal for refugiums, macroalgae systems and marine aquariums that need reliable nutrient support.
what it does
provides essential iron for healthy plant and macroalgae growth
supports natural colour and vitality
promotes strong photosynthetic activity
helps maintain a balanced marine nutrient environment
available sizes
150 ml – great for nano tanks and small refugiums
350 ml – suitable for most home marine systems
1 l – convenient for large tanks or continuous dosing schedules
AquaVitro™ Alpha – Premium Water Conditioner for Marine & Freshwater Aquariums
Available in 150 ml • 350 ml • 1 L
AquaVitro Alpha is a professional-grade water conditioner designed to make tap water instantly safe for aquarium use. Formulated for both freshwater and marine environments, Alpha removes chlorine, chloramine, detoxifies ammonia, and protects fish during water changes, transport, or new tank setups.
Key Features
Instant Chlorine & Chloramine Removal: Makes tap water safe immediately.
Detoxifies Ammonia, Nitrite & Heavy Metals: Helps protect fish during stress or cycling periods.
Highly Concentrated Formula: Stronger than standard conditioners, offering better value per dose.
Safe for Marine & Freshwater: Suitable for reef systems, planted tanks, and community aquariums.
Fish-Safe: Helps reduce stress during water changes or after maintenance.
Premium AquaVitro Quality: Manufactured with laboratory-grade ingredients for consistent performance.
Size Breakdown
Alpha™ 150 ml
Perfect for nano tanks, small aquariums, shrimp tanks, and hobbyists who need a compact bottle with powerful conditioning.
Alpha™ 350 ml
Great for medium-sized aquariums and regular water changes, offering excellent value and convenience.
Alpha™ 1 L
Ideal for large aquariums, multiple tanks, breeders, marine systems, and heavy water-change routines. Maximum value per dose.
Why You’ll Love It
Alpha simplifies water conditioning and protects your fish from harmful contaminants. With its concentrated formula, you use less product while ensuring your aquarium stays safe, stable, and healthy — whether freshwater, marine, or reef.
AquaVitro™ Balance – pH & Alkalinity Stabilizer for Planted Aquariums
Available in 350 ml • 1 L
AquaVitro Balance™ is a premium pH stabilizer designed specifically for planted freshwater aquariums. Its unique formula gently raises carbonate hardness (KH) without increasing general hardness (GH), helping maintain stable pH levels essential for plant health and CO₂-rich environments.
Key Features
Stabilizes pH: Prevents dangerous pH swings in planted tanks, especially those running CO₂.
Raises KH, Not GH: Adds valuable buffering capacity without affecting calcium or magnesium levels.
Supports Healthy Plant Growth: Stable pH ensures more consistent CO₂ availability and nutrient uptake.
Gentle & Safe: Designed for delicate freshwater plants and fish communities.
Highly Concentrated: Efficient dosing for prolonged stability.
Premium AquaVitro Quality: Made with high-purity ingredients for precision and consistency.
Size Breakdown
Balance™ 350 ml
Ideal for small to medium planted aquariums. Easy to store and perfect for routine maintenance dosing.
Balance™ 1 L
Best for larger planted systems, aquascapes, aquarium rooms, and hobbyists who perform frequent water changes. Offers the best value per dose.
Why You’ll Love It
A stable pH is essential for a thriving planted tank—especially when running CO₂. AquaVitro Balance™ helps you maintain that stability effortlessly, supporting stronger plant growth, healthier fish, and a more resilient ecosystem.
AquaVitro™ Calcification – Calcium Supplement for Reef Aquariums
Available in 150 ml • 350 ml • 1 L • 4 L
AquaVitro Calcification™ is a premium, highly bioavailable calcium supplement designed to support strong skeletal growth in corals, clams, and other reef-building invertebrates. Its unique formulation provides ionic calcium that is rapidly absorbed, helping to maintain stable levels in marine systems without altering pH.
Key Features
Highly Bioavailable Ionic Calcium: Supports fast coral growth and healthy skeletal development.
Reef-Safe Formula: Ideal for SPS, LPS, soft corals, and other calcifying invertebrates.
Does Not Affect pH: Supplies clean calcium without shifting water chemistry.
Promotes Coral Health: Encourages strong polyp extension, coloration, and vitality.
Premium AquaVitro Quality: Produced with laboratory-grade ingredients for unmatched consistency.
Ideal for Daily or Automated Dosing: Works well in all reef systems, from nanos to large SPS tanks.
Size Breakdown
Calcification™ 150 ml
Perfect for nano reefs, small aquariums, or hobbyists testing and fine-tuning calcium supplementation.
Calcification™ 350 ml
Great for standard-sized home reef tanks, offering convenience and excellent dosing control.
Calcification™ 1 L
A cost-effective option for medium to large reef aquariums and regular supplementation routines.
Calcification™ 4 L
Best value for big reef systems, coral farms, marine shops, and high-consumption tanks. Ideal for automated dosing setups.
Why You’ll Love It
A stable calcium level is essential for a thriving reef. AquaVitro Calcification™ makes it easy to maintain strong coral growth and vibrant health with a clean, reliable, and highly effective formula trusted by advanced reef keepers.
AraGAMIGHT Calcium‑Boost Supplement 454 g
Product Description
AraGAMIGHT 454 g is a high‑quality calcium supplement formulated for reef aquariums. Designed to help maintain optimal calcium and alkalinity levels, it supports strong coral growth, vibrant colours, and overall tank health. Easy to dose and fast‑acting, AraGAMIGHT is ideal for hobbyists looking to stabilise water chemistry without frequent complex testing.
Key Features
Calcium‑rich formulation for reef aquariums
Fast‑dissolving powder for easy dosing
Helps support stable alkalinity and carbonate levels
Complements daily dosing routines
Suitable for use with dosing pumps
Benefits
✅ Supports stronger skeletal coral growth✅ Helps stabilise calcium and alkalinity levels✅ Improves overall water chemistry✅ Easy to dose and integrate into routines✅ Complements coral health and colouration
Instructions for Use
Shake container before use
Measure recommended dose according to aquarium size
Add directly to aquarium water or dosing container
Distribute evenly throughout the tank
Use consistently as part of your daily routine
Adjust dosage based on test results and livestock needs
AraGAMILK Reef Calcium & Trace Elements Supplement (237 – 473 ml)
Product Description
AraGAMILK is a concentrated liquid calcium and trace elements supplement designed to support healthy coral growth in marine and reef aquariums. Easy to dose and fast‑absorbing, it helps maintain stable water chemistry and keeps your tank’s calcium levels balanced for vibrant corals and overall reef vitality.
Key Features
Liquid calcium and essential trace elements
Quick and easy dosing
Helps stabilise reef aquarium water chemistry
Suitable for daily or routine supplementation
Available in multiple sizes (237 ml and 473 ml)
Benefits
✅ Supports strong coral skeletal development✅ Helps maintain balanced calcium levels✅ Enhances overall reef health✅ Simple to dose and use regularly✅ Complements regular testing and maintenance
Instructions for Use
Shake the bottle well before use
Measure the recommended dose based on aquarium volume
Add the supplement directly to the aquarium or dosing pump
Dose consistently as part of your routine
Monitor calcium levels with test kits
Adjust dosage as needed to maintain stable levels
Tired of nuisance snails taking over your aquarium? Meet the Assassin Snail (Clea helena) – a striking freshwater snail known not only for its unique appearance but also for its incredible ability to control pest snail populations naturally. With their bold yellow-and-brown striped shells, these snails add visual interest while helping maintain a balanced aquarium ecosystem.
🐌 Key Features:
Scientific Name: Clea helena
Size: Grows up to 2–3 cm
Temperament: Peaceful toward fish, but predatory to pest snails
Lifespan: 2–3 years under proper conditions
Diet: Feeds primarily on other snails (pond, ramshorn, bladder snails) and will also consume leftover fish food
Behavior: Slow-moving, fascinating to watch, and highly effective as a natural snail population controller
🌿 Tank Requirements:
Tank Size: Minimum 20 litres
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 22–28°C
pH: 7.0–8.0 (prefers neutral to slightly alkaline)
Medium to hard water is ideal
Substrate: Sand or fine gravel where they can burrow
Environment: Provide hiding spots and a stable food source. Compatible with most community fish but avoid keeping them with other valuable snails you wish to keep.
✅ Why Choose Assassin Snails?
Natural pest control – keeps nuisance snail populations in check
Hardy and low maintenance – easy to care for, perfect for beginners
Peaceful with fish and shrimp – only preys on snails, not other tank inhabitants
Unique appearance – their striped shells make them a beautiful addition to any aquarium
💡 Care Tip: Assassin Snails reproduce slowly (unlike pest snails), so you don’t have to worry about overpopulation. They do best in tanks where pest snails are present or when supplemented with protein-rich sinking foods.
✨ Ideal for aquarists looking to control unwanted snails while adding an intriguing species to their tank!
Angelfish are beautiful freshwater fish popular in home aquariums. Their scientific genus is Pterophyllum, and they belong to the Cichlidae family.
Where they come from
Angelfish naturally live in slow-moving rivers and floodplains of the Amazon River basin in Brazil, Peru, and Colombia. They like warm water with plants and hiding places.
Size and lifespan
Size: Usually 15 cm (6 inches) long, but with tall fins they can look bigger.
Lifespan: About 8–10 years in a well-kept aquarium.
Types of angelfish
Common aquarium varieties include:
Silver angelfish
Marble angelfish
Gold angelfish
Koi angelfish
Black angelfish
These varieties are mostly bred from the species Pterophyllum scalare.
What they eat
Angelfish are omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and animals. Typical foods include:
Flake or pellet fish food
Frozen or live foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp
Small insects or larvae
Aquarium care basics
Tank size: At least 75–100 liters (20–30 gallons)
Water temperature: 24–28 °C
pH: 6.5–7.5
Tankmates: Peaceful fish like tetras, but avoid very small fish they might eat.
Breeding
Angelfish can lay hundreds of eggs on flat surfaces like leaves or rocks. Both parents often guard the eggs until they hatch.
Assorted Comet Goldfish 50 mm
Common Name
Assorted Comet Goldfish
Scientific Name
Carassius auratus
Overview
The Assorted Comet Goldfish is a hardy and popular freshwater species known for its graceful flowing tail and vibrant assortment of colours. These active fish are ideal for both aquariums and outdoor ponds, making them a favourite among beginner and experienced fishkeepers alike.
This listing is for approximately 50 mm-sized Comet Goldfish, offering hobbyists a healthy juvenile fish that will continue to develop and grow into a beautiful adult specimen.
Fish are sold individually (per fish).
Features
Attractive assortment of colours and patterns
Long, elegant single tail
Hardy and easy to care for
Suitable for aquariums and ponds
Peaceful temperament
Excellent choice for beginners
Size
Current size: Approximately 50 mm.
Adult size: Approximately 15–30 cm, depending on environment and care.
Water Parameters
Temperature: 18–24°C
pH: 6.5–8.0
Ammonia & Nitrite: 0 ppm
Nitrate: Below 40 ppm
Diet
Comet Goldfish are omnivores and thrive on a varied diet including:
High-quality goldfish pellets or flakes
Sinking foods
Frozen foods such as bloodworms and brine shrimp
Fresh vegetables including peas, spinach, and zucchini
Compatibility
Comet Goldfish are best kept with:
Other goldfish varieties
Peaceful pond fish with similar water requirements
Avoid keeping them with tropical species that require warmer temperatures or aggressive fish.
Aquarium Setup
Comet Goldfish require spacious aquariums with efficient filtration due to their active swimming behaviour and relatively high waste production. They also perform exceptionally well in suitably sized outdoor ponds.
Important Information
Fish are sold individually.
Colours and patterns will vary as these are assorted specimens.
Images are for illustration purposes only and represent the appearance of fully grown adult fish.
The photographs are intended to show what the fish will look like as adults. Juvenile fish may have less developed colours and finnage.
Due to stock availability, we may occasionally supply younger specimens close to the advertised size.
All live fish should be introduced to a fully cycled aquarium or pond.
Acclimate livestock slowly to minimise stress.
Why Buy from Aquatic Pets SA?
At Aquatic Pets SA, we are committed to supplying healthy, quality livestock and providing exceptional customer service. Every fish is carefully selected and cared for to ensure you receive thriving aquatic pets for your aquarium or pond.
Bring life, color, and natural beauty to your aquarium with our Assorted Freshwater Shrimp! These active little creatures are not only fascinating to watch but also help maintain a cleaner, healthier tank by feeding on algae and leftover food.
Our assorted selection may include a mix of popular shrimp species such as Cherry Shrimp, Blue Velvet Shrimp, and other vibrant varieties—perfect for adding diversity to your aquatic setup. Each shrimp boasts its own unique color pattern, making your tank a lively underwater display.
✅ Benefits:
Natural algae control and tank cleaning
Peaceful and community-friendly
Easy to care for – perfect for beginners and experts alike
Adds a splash of color to any aquarium
Care Requirements:
Temperature: 20–26°C
pH: 6.5–7.5
Diet: Algae, biofilm, and high-quality shrimp food
Tank Size: Minimum 10L with plants and hiding spots
💧 Price: Only R55 each – stock up and create a thriving shrimp colony!
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!