Driftwood is a natural and functional addition to reptile enclosures (as well as turtle/fish tanks), offering both aesthetic appeal and practical benefits. Its textured surface provides an ideal climbing structure, promoting physical activity and enrichment. Reptiles also use driftwood for basking, helping them regulate body temperature.
Additionally, driftwood creates natural hiding spots, reducing stress and encouraging natural behaviors. Safe, durable, and visually striking, driftwood enhances the habitat while supporting your reptile’s well-being.
These pieces of wood are great for attaching plants such as anubias and mosses to give your aquarium a more natural look.
Driftwood is also beneficial to your water. It releases natural tannins in the water which can slightly discolour your water but lowers your pH. Tannins are good for your aquarium for several reasons:
- Help prevent fungal and bacterial infections
- Natural uric acid is released causing a lower pH
- Lower pH helps with plant growth
- Softens your water over time
- Creates a place for biofilms to grow leading to natural grazing surfaces for fish or shrimp
To reduce the discolouring of your water you can soak the wood in a separate container and continue to change the water until it slows down or stops altogether. Adding additional activated carbon to the aquarium filter after you add it to your tank can remove any excess tannins and clear up your water.
*Please Note: No two pieces are the same. Photo is a guide only.*
Sizes: Small (10cm-30cm), Medium (30cm-60cm) & Large (60cm-80cm)









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