{"title":"Fish Water Care Natural Botanicals","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"maritime-aquatics-almond-leaves-10pk","title":"Summit Pets Almond Leaves ~ 10pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndian almond leaves are known to have slight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eantibacterial and anti-fungal properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. In nature, tannins help to protect plants from attacks by bacteria, fungus, and other pathogens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAs the Indian almond leaf soaks in water, microorganisms begin to consume and break it down. They rapidly reproduce and grow into a layer of \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm and infusoria\u003c\/strong\u003e. This microfauna is an excellent food for tiny fry and shrimp and is sometimes the only thing small enough for them to consume during their earliest stages of life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Summit Pets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43557467455706,"sku":"73000152","price":8.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/2220\/0282\/files\/SingleProduct_ebd9434d-acb5-492b-986c-4576b6ff55e7.png?v=1733512501"},{"product_id":"seachem-catappa-leaves","title":"Seachem Catappa Leaves","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTannins, found in substances like Catappa leaves, offer several benefits in aquariums, making them a popular choice among hobbyists. They have plenty of advantages!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTannins help to prevent fungal and bacterial infections in fish and their eggs, reducing the risk of disease in the aquarium. By influencing water chemistry, tannins can slow down or even eliminate algae growth, keeping your aquarium cleaner and reducing maintenance. Tannins can also help manage populations of pest snails and crustaceans, which can otherwise become problematic in aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish species that thrive in low pH and soft water conditions will benefit from tannins, often showing more vibrant colours and increased spawning behaviours, and enjoying the shade provided by the leaves. Fry, shrimp, and other small inhabitants find shelter among the leaves, enhancing their survival rates. Many ornamental shrimp species consume biofilm that grows on the decaying leaves, providing a natural food source.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seachem Laboratories","offers":[{"title":"Small (12 Pack)","offer_id":46407585595610,"sku":"41862","price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (12 Pack)","offer_id":46407585628378,"sku":"41863","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/2220\/0282\/files\/41862.jpg?v=1745436811"},{"product_id":"seachem-catappa-tea-bags","title":"Seachem Catappa Tea Bags","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fullbar withleftproductsidebar product_details\" id=\"maincontent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"contentwrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"category-product-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_description_container float-left width100\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_description_single float-left width100 padded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mainSelDesc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTannins, found in substances like Catappa leaves, offer several benefits in aquariums, making them a popular choice among hobbyists. They have plenty of advantages!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTannins help to prevent fungal and bacterial infections in fish and their eggs, reducing the risk of disease in the aquarium. By influencing water chemistry, tannins can slow down or even eliminate algae growth, keeping your aquarium cleaner and reducing maintenance. Tannins can also help manage populations of pest snails and crustaceans, which can otherwise become problematic in aquariums. Fish species that thrive in low pH and soft water conditions will benefit from tannins, often showing more vibrant colours and increased spawning behaviours, and enjoying the shade provided by the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem Catappa Tea Bags bring these benefits in a convenient, mess-free format. They contain whole leaves but are packaged in a small, filter-friendly bag, allowing for easy application and continuous release of tannins into the aquarium without the hassle of dealing with loose leaf debris. 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