Description
Lifegard Dragon Ohko Rock - 44 Lbs Box (Medium Size)
Artistic Architecture: The Crown Jewel of Iwagumi
Dragon Ohko Rock is a world-renowned hardscape material, prized by professional aquascapers for its incredible organic detail and prehistoric aesthetic. Known for its distinct "dragon-scale" appearance, this sedimentary rock is formed from hardened clay, resulting in a deeply pitted, jagged texture that adds immediate age and character to any layout. This 44 lb box of medium-sized rocks provides the perfect structural components for medium to large aquariums.
Featuring a rich, natural color palette of warm tans, ochres, and subtle greenish-browns, Dragon Rock offers a soft, earthy look that beautifully contrasts with the vibrant greens of aquatic plants. These medium pieces are large enough to serve as primary focal points while remaining versatile enough to be stacked or combined for larger formations.
Key Features:
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Spectacular Pitted Texture: Dramatic holes and jagged ridges provide a massive surface area for mosses to attach and for beneficial bacteria to thrive.
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Warm, Natural Tones: Earthy tans and browns create a sun-drenched, natural aesthetic that feels more organic than traditional gray stones.
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Versatile Composition: Being a clay-based rock, these pieces can be carefully chiseled or broken to create specific shapes or to fit perfectly into your desired layout.
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Completely Inert: 100% natural and safe; it will not alter your water’s pH or hardness, making it ideal for planted tanks and sensitive shrimp.
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Structural Medium Scale: Ideally sized for 20- to 40-gallon aquariums or as secondary structural elements in much larger displays.
Aquascaping & Design:
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Mountain Scapes: Stack and layer these medium stones to create the appearance of soaring, weathered mountain ranges or deep canyon walls.
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Epiphyte Pocket Planting: The natural "craters" in the rock serve as perfect planting pockets for Anubias nana petite, Bucephalandra, or mosses.
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Complex Hardscaping: Use the jagged edges to interlock pieces, creating stable and complex caves and overhangs for fish to explore.
Product Specifications:
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Total Weight: 44 lbs
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Stone Size: Medium (typically 5" to 9" in length; sizes vary naturally)
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Color: Warm Tan, Ochre, and Greenish-Brown
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Brand: Lifegard Aquatics
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SKU: R480025
Preparation & Cleaning: Because of its unique formation, Dragon Rock often arrives with natural clay and soil trapped within its deep pits. To achieve the best look and maintain water clarity, we recommend soaking the rocks and using a soft brush or water pressure to clean out the holes before adding them to your aquarium.
Setup Tip: To create a sense of professional depth, place your largest medium pieces at the front-center of your arrangement and use smaller pieces (sold separately) towards the back to create a forced perspective of a receding landscape.
Complete Your Scape: Looking for more variety? Pair these medium rocks with Lifegard Dragon Ohko Rock Small for detail work or Large for massive, monolithic focal points.
