Aqua One Ornament Cave Round Diabase S 9.5x9.5x5cm h

The Aqua One Diabase Round Cave Small (9.5 × 9.5 × 5cm) is a natural rock cave from Aqua One's Natural Ornaments range, ideal for aquascaping water bowls, patio ponds and small water features. It is fish safe and plant safe, so you can use it with pond fish, shrimp and aquatic plants.

Diabase is a dense, hard igneous stone with a fine grain, which makes these caves heavy, stable and long-lasting underwater. The small size suits water bowls and small fish such as White Cloud minnows.

Features

• Natural stone from the Aqua One Natural Ornaments range
• Approx. size: 9.5 × 9.5 × 5cm (L × W × H)
• Fish safe and plant safe
• Suits water bowls, patio ponds, small ponds and aquariums
• Round cave with an opening for fish and shrimp to shelter in
• Creates a natural hiding spot that helps fish feel secure
• Every natural piece is unique, so colour and shape vary slightly from the photo

How to Use It in Your Water Bowl or Patio Pond

• Rinse the rock in clean water before use
• Place it on the base first, then build plants and substrate around it
• Lower heavier pieces gently to protect ceramic bowls and pond liners
• Face the cave opening towards the front so you can watch your fish come and go
• Finish with aquatic plants to soften the edges and give fish cover

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Aqua One Diabase Round Cave Small (9.5 × 9.5 × 5cm) safe for fish and plants?
Yes. It is fish safe and plant safe and suitable for pond fish, shrimp and aquatic plants in water bowls, patio ponds and aquariums.

What size water bowl or patio pond does it suit?
At around 9.5 × 9.5 × 5cm, this is a small piece. Allow room around it for plants and for fish to swim freely.

Do I need to prepare the rock before use?
Give it a rinse in clean water to remove any dust, then place it gently on the base of your bowl or pond before adding plants and water.

What fish use a rock cave?
Small pond and bowl fish such as White Cloud Mountain minnows, as well as shrimp, use caves for shelter and rest. Hiding spots help reduce stress, especially in a new setup.

Explore our full Rock & Stone range for aquascaping, and pair your rocks with Water Bowl & Patio Pond Plants or Aquarium Plants for Water Bowls to complete your scape.