Create a clean, high-contrast aquascape with Black Lava Gravel, a natural volcanic substrate sized between 5–7mm. Its deep black color and porous texture make it ideal for aquariums, planted tanks, and terrariums.
This lightweight gravel enhances plant growth while adding depth and a modern look to your setup.
Why Choose Black Lava Gravel?
• Deep black color creates strong contrast in aquascapes • 5–7mm size ideal for substrate and top layers • Highly porous surface supports beneficial bacteria • Lightweight and easy to work with • Helps anchor plants and hardscape elements
Perfect For
• Aquarium substrate or top layer • Planted tanks • Shrimp and freshwater aquariums • Terrariums and reptile enclosures • Drainage layers in planted setups
Gravel Details
• Type: Natural volcanic lava gravel • Color: Black / dark charcoal • Size: 5–7mm • Texture: Porous and lightweight • Water safe: Will not significantly alter water parameters • Preparation: Rinse thoroughly before use
Available Sizes
Sold by weight: • 2 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 20 kg
Larger quantities are ideal for full substrate coverage and offer better value.
Custom Requests
Need a specific size range or larger quantities? Send us a message and we’ll do our best to help.
Shipping & Natural Variation
Each batch is natural material. Color and texture may vary slightly.
Hermit crabs love having options! We recommend offering
3–5 shells slightly larger than their current shell
so they can find their perfect fit.
📏 Important Sizing Information
All shell sizes are measured at the
outer edge of the opening,
not deeper inside the shell. Shells naturally vary in shape
and overall dimensions, even when their opening measurements
are the same.
Round and oval openings fit differently!
Oval openings generally need a larger width measurement
than round openings to accommodate a similarly sized
hermit crab.
Please refer to our
Shell Sizing Guide
before ordering to ensure the best fit for your hermit crabs.
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