{"product_id":"aoqivis-aquarium-bio-balls-filter-media-500-black-1-02-inch-balls-with-mesh-bags","title":"AOQIVIS Aquarium Bio Balls Filter Media, 500 Black 1.02-Inch Balls with Mesh Bags","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAOQIVIS bio balls are biological filter media for aquarium and pond filters, supplied as 500 black balls measuring 1.02 inches (2.59 cm) in diameter.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive included mesh bags — keep the media together and make it easier to position inside a filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal ball structure — provides additional attachment points for biological filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion-resistant material — made for use around fish, shrimp, plants, and other aquatic life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad filter compatibility — fits most standard aquarium and pond filter types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePorous design — allows straightforward cleaning and maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape-retaining construction — resists crushing and deformation during long-term use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilter media needs to suit the system it will be used in and stay contained as water moves through the filter. AOQIVIS bio balls are intended for biological filtration in aquariums, fish tanks, ponds, water gardens, and other aquatic systems. The included mesh bags help prevent the balls from scattering while allowing water to flow through the media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat kinds of filters can these bio balls be used in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are compatible with most standard filter types, including canister filters, hang-on-back filters, and pond filter systems. Use them in an aquarium or fish tank, or in a pond or water garden filtration setup. Their purpose is biological filtration, with an internal structure that offers more attachment points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor aquariums and fish tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor ponds and water gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor other aquatic systems with compatible filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you place the bio balls in a filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut the balls into one of the included mesh bags, then position the bag in your filter. This simple placement keeps the media together, helps prevent loose balls from scattering, and allows water to pass through smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo complicated setup is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bags support organized placement inside the filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a position that fits your filter system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the bio balls made to withstand?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe corrosion-resistant material is suitable for aquatic systems containing fish, shrimp, plants, and other aquatic organisms. The balls are constructed to resist crushing or deformation, helping them retain their shape and filtration performance over long-term use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack bio balls with an internal structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for use around aquatic organisms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape-retaining construction for continued use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the porous design affect maintenance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe porous design makes the media easier to clean and maintain. Its structure is intended to reduce how often filter media needs replacement, helping limit routine maintenance effort while keeping the balls usable in the filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePorous design supports easy cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to reduce replacement frequency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMesh bags keep the media contained during handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese bio balls suit aquarium and pond keepers who need biological filter media for a compatible system and want the media held in bags for easier placement. They are designed for biological filtration in aquatic systems, with a porous structure and corrosion-resistant construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Which filter types are compatible with AOQIVIS bio balls?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: AOQIVIS bio balls work with most standard filter types, including canister filters, hang-on-back filters, and pond filter systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How do I use AOQIVIS bio balls in a filter?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Place AOQIVIS bio balls in one of the included mesh bags, then position the bag inside your filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AOQIVIS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67867672379783,"sku":"B0FBW1B3G4","price":65.08,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1108\/7619\/7255\/files\/aoqivis-bio-balls-front-view.jpg?v=1793539349","url":"https:\/\/ardentpets.co.uk\/products\/aoqivis-aquarium-bio-balls-filter-media-500-black-1-02-inch-balls-with-mesh-bags","provider":"ArdentPets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}