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Exo-Terra Moss Ball
Description
Designed to resemble it natural counterpart, the Exo-Terra Moss Ball contains a special absorption resin that helps reduce many of the compounds that encourage unsightly organic matter accumulation.
- - Traps phosphate, nitrite and nitrate
- - Easy and effective deodorizer
- - Reduces organic matter accumulation
- - Resembles a marimo ball
Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.
Specifications
| SKU | 1416413 |
|---|---|
| Primary Brand | Exo-Terra |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
| Primary Color | Green |
|---|---|
| Personalized Item flag | No |
Description
Designed to resemble it natural counterpart, the Exo-Terra Moss Ball contains a special absorption resin that helps reduce many of the compounds that encourage unsightly organic matter accumulation.
- - Traps phosphate, nitrite and nitrate
- - Easy and effective deodorizer
- - Reduces organic matter accumulation
- - Resembles a marimo ball
Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.
Specifications
| SKU | 1416413 |
|---|---|
| Primary Brand | Exo-Terra |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
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Customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise these moss balls for dramatically improving water clarity and eliminating tank odor within days, with many noting reduced nitrates and extended filter life. Users appreciate the natural appearance and ease of use—simply dropping them in requires no maintenance. Most express high satisfaction and repurchase regularly. However, some customers feel misled by the artificial material, expecting live moss instead. A small number report concerns like floating or minimal long-term effectiveness, and rare cases link the product to fish mortality, though these appear isolated and often involve pre-existing tank issues.
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WORKS GREAT!
Lolalika
8 years ago
I HAVE A RED EAR SLIDER AND HIS LIL CHUNKY BUTT CAN GET HIS ROOM TO SMELL LIKE A...
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Not a real moss ball
Rong one
7 years ago
If you read the fine print it is really a fake moss ball ... should have bought ...
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7 Ratings-Only Reviews
Reduced odor
Yes, I recommend this product.
Never buy
No, I do not recommend this product.
Disappointed Customer
Yes, I recommend this product.
KILLED MY BETTA!
No, I do not recommend this product.
Moss “beach” ball
Yes, I recommend this product.
Killed my Betta
No, I do not recommend this product.
Moss Ball
No, I do not recommend this product.
Great!
Yes, I recommend this product.
Questions
Are these edible?
- No. They are (furry) . But it does work well. However, my local Petco has not had this item in stock for quite some time. I am disappointed with that.
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Can this be used as a base for a JAVA Moss ball?
Will my turtle eat it?
- Mine never tried to eat it
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is this real or artificial?
- It is a fake ball used to control odor and algae
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is this good for babies to hide in
Can you use this in a terrarium without water?
- I think the whole point of the Moss Ball is to be used in an aquarium.
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Can i use it in a fish tank
- Yes, It is for fish tanks.
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Do you have to change this? And of so how often?
- It should be changes every 2 months. :)
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Is it a live Morimo ball or fake? I can’t tell
- Hi Fisher777777777777, It is not a live morimo ball but it resembles it. Thanks,
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Is this a Marimo Moss Ball? I can't tell from the picture of the package. Thanks
- No, it is not. As stated in the description, it only resembles a marimo moss ball. This is synthetic.
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