how often does this have to be changed?

I use it for my aquatic turtle (red eared slider) in an FX5 canister filter as the first stage filtration. I change it approx. every 2-3 months. Keep in mind I have 4 of them in there at one time in stage 1. For fish tanks, I am not sure.

Why does it say " ; Use carefully when keeping live plants" in the last sentence above where the benefits are listed at the top?

Carbon can absorb the plant food & leave plants malnourished Your live plants should do a good job of filtering your water. It's up to you , use carbon or substitute other filter media in your filter system. There is pro & con .

Are the particles large enough to take out of the bag? i have a small tom filter and they no longer make the cartidges, so i just need a small amount

Hi: This is a subjective question. They come in a mesh bag, something similar to the screen in a coffee pot. Not the filter, the screen. I would describe them as about 1/2 the size of an okra seed. It is ground to a consistent size, definitely not a powder or the size of a flake of black pepper. Not that small. About the size of a small pebble of sand, much smaller I would call a grain of sand. I hope this helps.

I have a fluval 406 canister filter any want who recomended me this product to keep the water clean?? Or any good product for a turtle tank??

Fluvals are the best. I use it plus a over the top fluval to keep the top of the water clean. They're expensive but cannot imagine a better product for turtles. Also for the canister I use carbon, zeolite and also zeolite pellets

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💧 Elevate your aquarium’s clarity and health with Fluval Carbon – because your fish deserve the best!

ECONOMICAL 3 PACK - Stock up and save with a convenient triple pack for monthly replacements.
PLANT FRIENDLY CAUTION - Use carefully with live plants to avoid nutrient adsorption and maintain growth.
CRYSTAL CLEAR AQUARIUMS - Premium activated carbon traps impurities for sparkling water clarity.
OPTIMIZED FOR AQUATIC LIFE - Supports beneficial bacterial colonies while being safe for most aquatic environments.
ODOR HEAVY METAL ELIMINATOR - Effectively removes odors and harmful heavy metals to keep your tank fresh.

Fluval Carbon is a premium, research-grade activated carbon designed to improve aquarium water clarity and color by removing odors, heavy metals, and discolorations. Ideal for both fresh and marine tanks, it supports beneficial bacterial growth but should be removed during medication and used cautiously with live plants. Sold in an economical 3-pack, it ensures monthly replacement for optimal performance.

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Brand	Fluval
Item Weight	0.32 Kilograms
Item Form	Liquid
Manufacturer	Rolf C. Hagen (USA) Corp.
UPC	015561114400
Global Trade Identification Number	00015561114400
Country of Origin	USA
Item model number	A1440
Product Dimensions	6.6 x 11.18 x 16 cm; 319 g
ASIN	B0002AQKIO

Fluval Carbon, 100 g (Pack of 3)

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