Live Rock
What is Live Rock?
Live rock is pieces of reef rubble that have broken off during
storms or through wave action. A renewable resource, this material is
found in great quantities in most reef areas and is typically colonized
Benefits in a marine tank
* Live rock is colonized by a wide variety of marine
organisms. When placed in the home aquarium the live rock adds
biodiversity to the system.
* Live rock adds sufficient surface area for nitrifying
bacteria to colonize, and provides biological filtration.
* Anaerobic zones within its core that house other types of bacteria that
convert nitrate to harmless nitrous oxide.
* Live rock creates a natural look for the tank, and provides a more
natural home for fish.