Is driftwood safe for discus?

Is driftwood safe for discus?

No, but they like them for security. It makes them feel more secure. If you can afford to decorate your tank and you are not trying to breed your discus, I would recommend putting driftwood and live plants in your tank.

Are tannins good for discus?

Ideal Water Condition Discus fish come from several parts of the Amazon drainage. These acids lower the pH of the river water, making it acidic. The tannins give the water a tea or diluted cola color. In captivity, discus need these conditions replicated, including soft, acidic water.

What driftwood is not safe for aquariums?

However, any piece of wood cannot be used for aquarium driftwood. Aquarium driftwood needs to be cured & submersible, else it may leak tannins and discolor the water.

How does driftwood lower pH?

Driftwood Adding some natural Driftwood to your aquarium will safely lower its pH levels. Like Peat Moss, driftwood will release tannins into your tank’s water, reducing the pH. You can also boil it in salt water to sterilize it, this will also help stop the Driftwood from coloring your tank water too much.

Is too much tannins bad for fish?

Tannin is not harmful to fish. The only caveat is the appearance of the aquarium, and mainly, depending on the quantity, it can lower the pH levels of the water.

What do Almond leaves do for fish?

Indian almond leaves are said to help combat fungus and bacterial problems like fin rot and can further help prevent fish from getting stressed by mimicking the water they are naturally found in. The Terminalia catappa tree grows throughout the tropical regions of Asia, Australia, and Africa.

Should I boil driftwood before putting in tank?

Driftwood is boiled to sterilize it before adding it into the aquarium. Typically, you can boil smaller pieces of driftwood that are less than a foot long for about 15-20 minutes. Larger pieces of driftwood sometimes need more boiling time which can vary between 1-2 hours.