Become a credit card member today!Zoo Med Aquatic Natural Mopani Wood
Description
Two color African hardwood that will not rot.
- - A beautiful two color African hardwood for aquariums.
- - Use with aquarium plants to create the "naturalistic" aquarium look.
- - One of the hardest and densest woods available; sinks immediately in aquariums and unlike driftwood, will not rot!
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 | 1055801 |
|---|---|
| Primary Brand | Zoo Med |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
| Primary Color | Brown |
|---|---|
| Personalized Item flag | No |
| Size | Medium |
| Length | 12 IN |
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All natural wood products leach tannins, which discolor water and reduce pH levels. To minimize this effect, soak wood in a separate container, and change water daily to remove excess tannins. When the water color goes from dark brown to a very light "tea" color (or clear), the wood is ready for your aquarium. Adding extra carbon to your aquarium filter can help to remove any remaining discoloration.
Description
Two color African hardwood that will not rot.
- - A beautiful two color African hardwood for aquariums.
- - Use with aquarium plants to create the "naturalistic" aquarium look.
- - One of the hardest and densest woods available; sinks immediately in aquariums and unlike driftwood, will not rot!
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 | 1055801 |
|---|---|
| Primary Brand | Zoo Med |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
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Customers overwhelmingly praise the driftwood for its natural aesthetic and ability to transform aquariums into stunning environments. Most find it a beautiful, high-quality addition that enhances tank appearance significantly. However, many note substantial tannin release that turns water brown, requiring extensive soaking or boiling for preparation. Some customers accept or prefer the tint for its pH-lowering benefits, while others find the discoloration frustrating. A few report receiving pieces smaller than expected or inconsistent with product images. Despite these preparation challenges and occasional sizing concerns, most customers consider it worthwhile for the visual impact.
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forever13
13 years ago
Ignore the people comlaining about "harmful tannins" because for many fish(not a...
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FrizzKitty
14 years ago
I ordered 2 large pieces for my 75 gal aquarium. They are both visually beautifu...
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Gorgeous and larger than expected!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Recommend Mopani Wood
Yes, I recommend this product.
Stained water
No, I do not recommend this product.
Beautiful Piece Of Wood
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great wood
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Questions
Can I get a size estimate on the wood
Hello, I bought 2 pieces of Mopani wood. They didn’t have any strict ion and the item number was written on the wood. I just put it in my fish tank and water is brown. Can I boiled them after being in the fish tank? What can I do thank you.
- The color change in the water is due to the tannins being released from the wood. Mopani is a denser wood, so it generally sinks, but I'd still boil it. You can boil the wood at any time before or after placing it for a couple of instances. Boiling for 5-10 min on a high setting should take out most of the tannins, but these also don't harm the fish btw.
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Is mopani wood safe to use for a bearded dragon enclosure the way it is? Thank you
What are the dimensions?
- Each piece is unique but the mediums are generally appropriate for a 15 gallon tank or larger. I have three mediums in a 75g with a lot of room to spare, but an extra large is all that will fit in my 36g without overwhelming the tank, to give you an idea.
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How big is the medium size piece of wood? And which size would be best for a 29 gallon aquarium?
Do I need to boil it or any pre cleaning step before putting into a fresh water tank?
- boil it for 5 - 10 minutes to clean the wood and prevent the water from getting too brown
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Can I put this in my Betta tank? Does it grow a lot of algae?
- no but it might get biofilm which doesn't harm ur fish just scrape it off
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Would a typical medium piece fit in a 10 gallon tank?
- Yes but it may be too big, they are very nice. a 10 gallon with a 12 inch or so piece of wood is ging to look large in thre may want to get the small, its a good size as well.
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What is the width of the various sizes?
- If you just measured across it would 3 to 4 inches or wider in places, each one is different.
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How long does it take MOPANI DRIFTWOOD to stop causing the water to become acidotic
- Thank you for your question. If you have had the driftwood in your aquarium for a year, it should no longer be effecting your water chemistry and more than likely something else is causing the pH.
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