{"product_id":"cichlid-lake-salt-4kg","title":"Cichlid Lake Salt 4kg","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"150\"\u003eCichlid Lake Salt\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"172\"\u003eCichlid Lake Salt\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialised blend of mineral salts formulated to \u003cstrong data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"291\"\u003ereplicate the natural water conditions of African Rift Lakes\u003c\/strong\u003e where many cichlids come from. It’s made to provide essential minerals without harmful additives often found in generic aquarium salts. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"489\"\u003eWhy It’s Used\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"990\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"685\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eAdds \u003cstrong data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"519\"\u003eessential minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"570\"\u003emagnesium, calcium, potassium, and sodium\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus trace elements like iron and iodide — all important for fish health. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"837\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eHelps mimic the \u003cstrong data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"732\"\u003ehard, mineral-rich water\u003c\/strong\u003e cichlids evolved in, which can reduce stress and support health. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"990\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eUnlike some other salts, it’s \u003cem data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"906\"\u003enot just Epsom salt or baking soda\u003c\/em\u003e—it’s specifically balanced for cichlid needs. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eHow It’s Used\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eYou add it when:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eSetting up a new tank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eDoing water changes\u003c\/strong\u003e (to maintain mineral levels)\u003cbr data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eIt’s \u003cem data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e for replacing evaporated water. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eDosage (per ~40 L of water):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eTanganyika cichlids:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~11 g (about 1.5 tsp)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eMalawi cichlids:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~5.5 g (¾ tsp)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eVictoria cichlids:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~3.6 g (½ tsp)\u003cbr data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003eThese amounts help adjust general hardness (GH) closer to natural levels. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003e Important Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003eIt adjusts \u003cstrong data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003ehardness\u003c\/strong\u003e but \u003cem data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003edoesn’t buffer pH\u003c\/em\u003e so you might need a separate buffer if you want to hit specific pH target. Best dissolved in freshwater before adding to your tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003eGreat for hobbyists keeping \u003cstrong data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003eAfrican cichlids\u003c\/strong\u003e (e.g., Malawi, Tanganyika, Victoria species) who want water chemistry closer to their natural habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquatic Pets SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43070005805099,"sku":"ZSEA0731","price":2133.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4676\/6123\/files\/81ePEE28yIL._AC_SL400.jpg?v=1770725934","url":"https:\/\/aquaticpetssa.com\/products\/cichlid-lake-salt-4kg","provider":"Aquatic Pets SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}