Cholla wood is a favorite for freshwater tanks, especially with shrimp and other small aquatic life.
Hiding spots: The hollow logs and numerous holes offer safe and natural hiding places for shrimp, small fish, snails, and other invertebrates.
Food source: The wood breaks down slowly over time, promoting the growth of biofilm, which is a key food source for shrimp.
Benefits; water quality: Like Indian almond leaves, cholla wood releases beneficial tannins into the water, which have mild antibacterial and antifungal properties. The tannins can also slightly lower the water‘s pH, which many tropical fish prefer.
Aquascaping: It can serve as a natural decorative feature and an anchor for live aquatic plants like anubias and java moss.
