{"product_id":"tropical-ketapang-extract","title":"Tropical Ketapang Extract","description":"\u003cp\u003eTropical Ketapang Extract is a concentrated sea almond leaf extract (\u003cem\u003eTerminalia catappa\u003c\/em\u003e) designed to replicate blackwater conditions in vivariums, aquariums, and bioactive setups. Available in two sizes, it suits everything from small breeding tanks to larger systems where consistent water chemistry is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat It Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKetapang extract releases natural tannins and humic acids into the water, recreating the soft, acidic conditions found in tropical blackwater habitats. These compounds are well established in ornamental fish and shrimp keeping for their role in supporting water quality and animal health.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBreeding and Egg Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeepers breeding ornamental fish or shrimp use this extract specifically for its protective effect on eggs, with reported improvements in hatch rates and early-stage survival. The antifungal and antibacterial properties of tannins are widely recognised as a contributing factor in reducing disease occurrence during spawning cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition and Colouration\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports the regeneration of skin, mucus coatings, and fin tissue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes natural colouration in species sensitive to water chemistry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages spawning readiness in fish kept under appropriate conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for regular ongoing use as a water supplement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoosing Your Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTropical Ketapang Extract is available in two sizes to suit different setup scales — select your preferred option from the variants above. Regular use is straightforward to incorporate into routine water maintenance regardless of tank volume.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"30ml","offer_id":54176463389009,"sku":"1VTT165","price":2.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"250ml","offer_id":54176463421777,"sku":"1VTT170","price":10.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/tropical-ketapang-extract","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}