Originally Posted by MichaelTX
base rock is the same thing as live rock with the exception it has NO life in or onit and it cheaper. some places sell live base rock all this is, is the base rock that has been put into a system to allow bacteria to populate the rock but there will be little to no LIFE on the rock on the form of algae, pods, and worms, and other micro fauna.
Mike
Yes base rock is a good filler but do not over pay for it , I wouldnt pay more tha a 1.50 lb