Nature Pets & Aquariums

02/11/2026

Meet the stunning Betta coccina, also known as the W**e Red Betta! 🍷🐟

Unlike your typical Betta splendens, this little beauty is a wild species that thrives in soft, acidic, tannin-rich blackwater environments. With its deep red colouration and striking iridescent eyes, it's a real standout!

🌿 Looking for something a little different for your aquarium? Come chat with our team in-store!
https://www.natureaquariums.com.au/products/betta-coccina

02/11/2026

🌿 Dial in the details. Push your plants further.

When your aquascape demands more, PHAT Traces Plant Fertiliser delivers the precision boost your plants need to stay healthy, vibrant, and growing strong.

✨ A targeted micronutrient supplement designed to correct deficiencies and fine-tune plant health.

🌱 Packed with essential traces including:
• Iron
• Manganese
• Boron
• Zinc
• And more

💪 Helps restore nutrient balance when plants show signs of stress or slow growth

🌈 Supports:
✅ Richer plant colour
✅ Stronger growth
✅ Healthy photosynthesis
✅ Improved plant resilience

Perfect for:
🌿 High-tech CO₂ aquariums
💡 High-light planted tanks
🏞️ Plant-heavy aquascapes
🏆 Aquascapers chasing that extra level of detail

Use alongside PHAT Pro or PHAT Fundamental Fertiliser to create a complete nutrient strategy tailored to your aquarium.

Simply dose 5ml per 100L once or twice weekly based on your plant load and growth response.

Because the best aquascapes are won in the details.

Shop PHAT Traces Plant Fertiliser today! 👇
https://www.natureaquariums.com.au/products/phat-traces

01/11/2026

🏇WE ARE OPEN TOMORROW for the Melbourne Cup Public Holiday🏇

💙Nature Pets & Aquariums ⁠
🦄190 Whitehorse Rd Blackburn
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📞03 9898 8432⁠
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01/11/2026

Think your aquarium is peaceful? Think again.

From tongue-eating parasites and fish with hidden blades to bizarre mutations and horrifying true stories, we're uncovering the darker side of the underwater world.

Some of these stories are so disturbing, you'd swear they were made up.

🎬 Watch our Halloween special now on YouTube… if you dare. 👻

There's something sinister lurking beneath the surface… 💀🐟From to...

01/11/2026

🦐 Strong shrimp. Vibrant plants. A healthier ecosystem.

Your shrimp tank is more than just plants and livestock—it’s a delicate balance where every detail matters. PHAT Shrimp Plant Fertiliser is designed to support lush plant growth while helping your shrimp colony thrive.

🌿 Potassium & micronutrients for healthy, steady plant growth
🦴 Calcium boost to support strong shrimp exoskeletons and successful moults
🦐 100% shrimp-safe formula with no copper or toxic additives
💧 Perfect for low to mid-energy planted shrimp tanks
✨ Helps promote vibrant plants, healthy shrimp, and a balanced aquarium ecosystem

Ideal for:
🦐 Shrimp tanks with live plants
🌱 Nano aquariums & natural setups
🏆 Breeders focused on growth, colour & health
🌿 Aquascapers who want plants and livestock thriving together

Easy to use—simply dose 5ml per 100L, 1–2 times per week depending on your plant load.

Because the best shrimp tanks aren’t just beautiful… they’re balanced.

Shop PHAT Shrimp Plant Fertiliser today! 👇
https://www.natureaquariums.com.au/products/phat-shrimp-ferts

31/10/2026

💀🎃 Happy Halloween from the Grim Re**er!
A friendly reminder to test your water, cycle your tank and keep an eye on those parameters… or you might be getting a visit from this creature. 👀

31/10/2026

🌿 Everything your plants need. Nothing they don't.

Looking for a simple, effective fertiliser for your planted aquarium? PHAT Fundamental Fertiliser delivers complete nutrition in one easy-to-use formula—perfect for everyday planted tanks.

💧 Complete all-in-one formula with Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium & essential trace elements

🌱 Supports healthy growth, vibrant colour, and stronger root development

🐠 Ideal for newer aquariums and planted tanks with higher fish populations

✨ Perfect for community aquariums, nano tanks, beginner aquascapes, and low to medium-tech planted systems

🗓️ Simple dosing—just 5ml per 100L once or twice a week

Rather than complicated dosing schedules or multiple bottles, PHAT Fundamental provides balanced nutrition that keeps your plants growing consistently while helping maintain a healthy, stable aquarium.

Healthy plants start with the right foundation.

Shop PHAT Fundamental Fertiliser today! 👇
https://www.natureaquariums.com.au/products/phat-fundmental

30/10/2026

🎃👻 Things are getting a little freaky a Nature Pets!
These 5 creepy-looking aquarium fish look like they've crawled straight out of a horror movie!

Which one would you dare to keep in your aquarium? 👀

29/10/2026

🐌🐌Nerite snails are fantastic little algae eaters, helping keep your aquarium glass, rocks and decorations clean. They’re peaceful, plant-safe and won't overrun your freshwater tank with babies.

A brilliant little addition to your aquarium clean-up crew! 🌿

Shop online or visit us in-store ➡ https://www.natureaquariums.com.au/products/nerite-snails

29/10/2026

🫧 BIG SKIMMING POWER. NANO REEF SIZE! 🪸🌊

Keep your nano reef cleaner and healthier with the PS2 Mini Protein Skimmer! Compact yet powerful, it helps remove dissolved organic waste before it breaks down and affects your aquarium's water quality.

🫧 32 Needle-Wheel Impeller — improves air-to-water contact for effective protein collection
⚙️ Adjustable Airflow — fine-tune bubble production to optimise skimming
💧 Water-Level Control — adjust skimming performance to suit your setup
👀 Clear Collection Cup — easily monitor and remove collected waste
🔧 Flexible Mounting Options — includes an adjustable hanging bracket and suction cups
🧽 Easy to Maintain — modular design makes cleaning and access simple

🐠 PERFECT FOR NANO REEFS

✅ Suitable for saltwater aquariums from 5–20 US gallons (approximately 19–76 litres)
✅ Compact design for smaller marine systems
✅ Pump and mounting accessories included

Small footprint. Powerful filtration. Better water quality for your reef! 💙

Shop the PS2 Mini Protein Skimmer at Nature Pets & Aquariums! 👇
https://www.natureaquariums.com.au/products/fluval-sea-mini-protein-skimmer