CaribSea Rubble Zone 1 Gallon
CaribSea Rubble Zone 1 Gallon
Rubble Zone - 1 gal
CaribSea's Rubble Zone is a premium-quality aragonitic material that is ideal for use in a variety of freshwater and marine applications. Limited only by your imagination, this ultra-versatile product will help you anchor coral frags, craft breathtaking visual displays, create filtration-enhancing cryptic zones, and much more! Each container of Rubble Zone contains a random selection (approximately 6 pounds) of 1" to 4" easily managable fragments.
A Few Rubble Zone Applications:
Creating Displays - Place Rubble Zone pieces as desired on the bottom of your aquarium. Surround a large live rock centerpiece with a cluster of Rubble Zone fragments to create a stunning aquatic display.
Refugium Use - Place Rubble Zone fragments along the bottom of your refugium. Makes an excellent substrate for macro algae holdfasts, and a superb growing area for copepods and other benthic food sources.
Cryptic Zones - In a crowded refugium, Rubble Zone can be used right in its container! Simply remove the label and drill several 1/4" to 1/2" holes. Refill the container with Rubble Zone and situate in an area of your sump with good water flow.
Entertaining Burrowing Fish & Inverts - Place Rubble Zone fragments in an empty aquarium, then add fine grain sand to fill the voids for a total depth of 3" to 4". Cover the entire aquarium bottom or create a dedicated section.
African Cichlid Aquariums - Place Rubble Zone as desired on the bottom of your aquarium. It provides stress-reducing cover for smaller fish, and helps prevent larger fish from disturbing finer substrates. Can also be used inside your filter to provide biological and pH support.
Pond Use - Rubble Zone provides exceptional biological and pH support in pond filters. Also provides similar support in aquarium filters.
Feeding & Diet
Feeding & Diet
An opportunistic omnivore, the Pithos Crab will scavenge detritus, uneaten food, and algae — making it a natural cleanup crew member. Supplement with small meaty foods like mysis shrimp or pellets 2–3x per week if natural food sources are limited.
Care & Water Parameters
Care & Water Parameters
The Pithos Crab thrives in stable, well-maintained reef conditions. Target parameters: temperature 72–78°F, salinity 1.025–1.026 SG, pH 8.1–8.4, and alkalinity 8–12 dKH. A mature, established tank of at least 20 gallons is recommended.
Reef & Tank Compatibility
Reef & Tank Compatibility
Generally considered reef-safe. The Pithos Crab coexists well with most corals and peaceful fish. Use caution with very small invertebrates or slow-moving tankmates. Provide ample rockwork and hiding spots to reduce territorial behavior.
Size & Growth
Size & Growth
Pithos Crabs are typically shipped at 0.5–1.5 inches. They are slow-growing and generally remain small, making them well-suited for nano and mid-size reef systems.
Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee
Shipping & Live Arrival Guarantee
All livestock ships with heat or cold packs as needed and is packaged for safe transit. We stand behind a live arrival guarantee — if your animal arrives DOA, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with a clear photo. See our full DOA policy for claim details.
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