{"title":"Decor \u0026 Hardscape","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"aquavitro-shrimp-tall-hut","title":"Aquavitro Shrimp Tall Hut","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn upright ceramic tower a shrimp can vanish into.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Aquavitro Shrimp Tall Hut is a 3.8 x 4 x 9 cm perforated ceramic hide from Seachem's aquavitro shrimp care range. Its upright shape tucks neatly between plants and hardscape where a low, wide hide wouldn't fit. Shrimp use it as cover straight after moulting, when the new shell is soft, and while carrying eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3.8 x 4 x 9 cm upright tower\u003c\/strong\u003e - fits into narrow gaps a low-profile hide can't.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerforated ceramic walls\u003c\/strong\u003e - water passes through freely while the interior stays shaded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelters shrimp during moulting\u003c\/strong\u003e - cover for the vulnerable window after a shell change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeclusion for berried females\u003c\/strong\u003e - a retreat for shrimp carrying eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoubles as a grazing surface\u003c\/strong\u003e - grows biofilm and fine algae for shrimp to feed on as it establishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and saltwater safe\u003c\/strong\u003e - aquavitro states there are no concerns using it in saltwater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.8 x 4 x 9 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic, perforated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRinsing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse under tap water before first use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7077\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e freshwater and saltwater shrimp aquariums, planted tanks where a tall narrow hide suits the layout, breeding setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e tanks with fish slim enough to work through the perforations - the openings that let shrimp pass also let a slim-bodied predator try.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSetting it up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse under tap water, then stand it wherever suits the scape. No cycling or curing is needed - biofilm and fine algae build up on the ceramic naturally over the following weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-small-hut\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Small Hut\u003c\/a\u003e - the low-profile companion piece for foreground placement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-stacks-3-pcs\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Stacks\u003c\/a\u003e - smaller pipes to scatter around the base of the hut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-stars-5-pcs\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Stars\u003c\/a\u003e - interlocking pieces for building out a bigger refuge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquavitro does not publish a warranty term for its ceramic shrimp decor. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply regardless. Ships as a standard parcel item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to rinse it before adding it to my tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Aquavitro's instructions are to rinse under tap water, then place the hut in the aquarium as desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it safe for a saltwater or reef tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Aquavitro states there should be no concerns using the Tall Hut in saltwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill the Tall Hut tip over in a lightly-scaped tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing upright and narrow, it sits more securely nestled against hardscape, substrate or plant roots than free-standing on open sand. Aquavitro doesn't publish a weight figure, so treat placement the same way you would any tall, narrow ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I combine it with other aquavitro shrimp decor?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It's designed to sit alongside the rest of the aquavitro shrimp range, including the Small Hut, Pipes, Stacks and Stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"AquaVitro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54773853192483,"sku":"725162-7077","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/7077-shrimp_tall_hut-package-scaled.png?v=1772063637"},{"product_id":"aquavitro-shrimp-stacks-3-pcs","title":"Aquavitro Shrimp Stacks 3 pcs.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree ceramic pipes shrimp can stack into their own hideout.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquavitro Shrimp Stacks are a set of three ceramic tubes, each 2 x 2 x 6 cm, from Seachem's aquavitro shrimp care range. Lay them flat, stack them into a pyramid or scatter them through the scape - shrimp use the tubes as a bolt-hole when moulting or carrying eggs, and the ceramic surface grows the biofilm and fine algae they graze on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree 2 x 2 x 6 cm ceramic pipes\u003c\/strong\u003e - a shorter run than the 5-piece Shrimp Pipes set, sized for smaller layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStack any way you like\u003c\/strong\u003e - flat, pyramid or scattered, and rearranged whenever you rescape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelters shrimp during moulting\u003c\/strong\u003e - cover for the window when a soft new shell leaves them exposed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeclusion for berried females\u003c\/strong\u003e - a retreat for shrimp carrying eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoubles as a grazing surface\u003c\/strong\u003e - the ceramic grows biofilm and fine algae shrimp feed on as it establishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and saltwater safe\u003c\/strong\u003e - aquavitro states the pipes may be used in fresh and saltwater with no concerns noted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 ceramic pipes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePipe dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x 2 x 6 cm each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRinsing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse under tap water before first use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich pipe set do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePipe size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-stacks-3-pcs\"\u003eShrimp Stacks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 pipes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x 2 x 6 cm each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-pipes-5-pcs\"\u003eShrimp Pipes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 pipes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.3 x 1.3 x 5 cm each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStacks is the larger-diameter, shorter-count option; Pipes is the smaller-diameter, higher-count option. Both stack together, so a mixed set gives more configurations than either alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e freshwater and saltwater shrimp aquariums, nano and planted tanks, breeding setups where berried females need seclusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e tanks housing fish large or determined enough to hunt shrimp through an open-ended tube - the pipes offer refuge, not protection from a predator that can reach in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSetting them up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse under tap water before placing them in the aquarium, then arrange as desired. No cycling or curing is needed - biofilm and fine algae develop naturally on the ceramic surface as the tank matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-pipes-5-pcs\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Pipes\u003c\/a\u003e - the larger 5-piece set, for mixing pipe diameters in one stack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-small-hut\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Small Hut\u003c\/a\u003e - an enclosed hide to pair with the open-ended pipes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-stars-5-pcs\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Stars\u003c\/a\u003e - interlocking pieces that combine with the pipes into a larger structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquavitro does not publish a warranty term for its ceramic shrimp decor. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply regardless. Ships as a standard parcel item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to rinse the pipes before adding them to my tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Aquavitro's instructions are to rinse under tap water, then place the pipes in the aquarium as desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's the difference between Shrimp Stacks and Shrimp Pipes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStacks is three pipes at 2 x 2 x 6 cm each; Pipes is five pipes at 1.3 x 1.3 x 5 cm each. Stacks has the larger diameter and shorter length per piece, Pipes has more pieces to arrange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use these in a saltwater or reef tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Aquavitro states the ceramic pipes may be used in fresh and saltwater with no concerns noted for either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill they need cleaning once they're in the tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot for the shrimp's sake - they're designed to grow biofilm and fine algae as a grazing surface, so a light coating is the product doing its job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"AquaVitro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54773853225251,"sku":"725167-7084","price":36.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/7084-shrimp_stacks-package-scaled.png?v=1772063639"},{"product_id":"aquavitro-shrimp-cubes-5-pcs","title":"Aquavitro Shrimp Cubes 5 pcs.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFive stackable ceramic dens shrimp actually use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquavitro Shrimp Cubes are a set of five small hollow ceramic cubes from Seachem's aquavitro shrimp care range, each about 2 x 2 x 2 cm. Stack them into towers, walls or scattered dens - every cube is a bolt-hole for a moulting or berried shrimp, and every ceramic surface grows the biofilm and fine algae shrimp graze on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet of 5 hollow ceramic cubes\u003c\/strong\u003e - each approximately 2 x 2 x 2 cm, small enough to use several per nano tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStackable in any configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e - rebuild the layout any time without committing to a fixed aquascape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrows biofilm and fine algae\u003c\/strong\u003e - the ceramic surface becomes a grazing ground shrimp return to on its own, on top of working as a hide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium-safe ceramic\u003c\/strong\u003e - inert in both freshwater and saltwater, so it won't affect water chemistry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoubles as moulting and breeding cover\u003c\/strong\u003e - shrimp are at their most vulnerable just after moulting and while carrying eggs, and a hollow cube gives them somewhere to retreat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 ceramic cubes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCube dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 2 x 2 x 2 cm each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquarium-safe ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePreparation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse under tap water before use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSetting them up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse each cube under tap water before adding it to the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStack them as towers, scatter them individually, or build a wall - there's no fixed way to arrange them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive the biofilm a few weeks to establish on the ceramic surface before expecting to see shrimp grazing on it regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e shrimp and nano tanks, breeding setups where berried females need seclusion, and any freshwater or saltwater aquarium wanting extra hard-surface area for biofilm and grazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e tanks with large or boisterous fish likely to knock a stack over, since these are lightweight and freestanding rather than fixed in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Dome, for a mix of enclosed and low-profile hides in the same tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fine leaf litter or botanicals layer, which grows biofilm alongside the ceramic surfaces for extra grazing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA sponge filter, which is gentle enough for a shrimp-only tank stocked with these hides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic is inert and doesn't carry a manufacturer warranty term as such; your rights under the Australian Consumer Law cover faults regardless. Standard parcel freight applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to cycle these before shrimp use them?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo cycling is required for the cubes themselves - just rinse before adding them. The biofilm that shrimp graze on builds up naturally over the following weeks once the cubes are in the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill these raise my pH or hardness?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The ceramic is inert and won't affect water chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use these in a saltwater tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, AquaVitro markets these for both freshwater and saltwater use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow many cubes does a nano tank need?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquaVitro doesn't publish a stocking guide for this. As a general rule, more hides reduce stress in a colony of shrimp, so a full 5-cube set stacked into two or three small groups suits most nano setups.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaVitro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54773853258019,"sku":"725168-7085","price":37.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/b14.jpg?v=1782101644"},{"product_id":"aquavitro-shrimp-dome","title":"Aquavitro Shrimp Dome","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA shaded hide shrimp can see out of.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Aquavitro Shrimp Dome is a low, perforated ceramic mound from Seachem's aquavitro shrimp care range, about 5.5 x 5.5 x 2.75 cm. Randomly sized holes let water flow through and shrimp come and go freely, while the shade underneath gives a quiet retreat during moulting and breeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-profile dome, approx. 5.5 x 5.5 x 2.75 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e - sits flat on the substrate without taking up much footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRandomly perforated shell\u003c\/strong\u003e - gives shrimp several entry and exit points rather than a single tunnel, and keeps water moving through underneath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade and seclusion\u003c\/strong\u003e - reduces stress and predation risk, and gives extra protection right after a moult when shrimp are softest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrows biofilm on the ceramic surface\u003c\/strong\u003e - an ongoing grazing source, not just a hide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium-safe ceramic\u003c\/strong\u003e - inert in freshwater and saltwater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5.5 x 5.5 x 2.75 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquarium-safe ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePreparation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse under tap water before use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSetting it up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse under tap water before placing it in the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet it directly on the substrate wherever shrimp activity is highest, or near cover where a berried female is likely to retreat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave it in place for a few weeks to let biofilm establish before expecting shrimp to graze on it regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e shrimp and nano tanks, breeding setups, and any freshwater or saltwater aquarium wanting a low-profile hide that doesn't block the view of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e tanks where larger fish are likely to flip or dislodge a lightweight, freestanding piece of decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Cubes, stacked nearby for a mix of enclosed and open shelter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine substrate, which lets the dome sit flush rather than rocking on an uneven base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA sponge or low-flow filter suited to shrimp-only tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic is inert and doesn't carry a manufacturer warranty term as such; your rights under the Australian Consumer Law cover faults regardless. Standard parcel freight applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill the holes let shrimp escape and get stuck?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe openings are sized for shrimp to pass through freely rather than get trapped in; the dome is designed as an open-access hide, not an enclosed trap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this with fish as well as shrimp?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, though it's designed and marketed around shrimp care specifically. Small fish that appreciate cover can use it too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it affect water chemistry?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The ceramic is inert in both freshwater and saltwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow is this different from the Shrimp Cubes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cubes are hollow and stackable into towers or walls; the Dome is a single low mound that sits flat with multiple openings. 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It gives shrimp somewhere to retreat during moulting and the breeding cycle — the two moments they're most exposed to tank-mates — while the open ends and perforated walls keep water moving through rather than creating a stagnant dead end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerforated ceramic tunnel\u003c\/strong\u003e — open ends and side perforations give shelter with flow-through, not a dead-end box shrimp can get trapped in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoulting and breeding refuge\u003c\/strong\u003e — somewhere to retreat when shrimp are at their softest and most exposed to tank-mates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiofilm surface\u003c\/strong\u003e — the ceramic grows biofilm and fine algae over time, which shrimp graze on, doubling as a feeding station.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same tube suits a freshwater shrimp tank or a marine nano.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3.75 x 3.75 x 7 cm suits nano and shrimp-specific tanks without dominating the aquascape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.75 x 3.75 x 7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShrimp shelter and moulting\/breeding hide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRange\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eaquavitro (Seachem)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for freshwater shrimp (Neocaridina, Caridina and similar) and marine nano shrimp, in tanks sized to suit a nano hide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot designed as a hide for large or boisterous fish — it's sized and shaped for shrimp, not general aquarium decor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse under tap water before placing it in the aquarium. No ongoing maintenance is needed beyond normal tank cleaning — biofilm builds up naturally on the ceramic surface over time in an established tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther pieces in the aquavitro shrimp range (huts, stacks, cubes and stars) combine with the Shrimp Tube to give a shrimp colony more retreat options, alongside shrimp-safe substrate and fine-leaved plants for grazing surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by the standard consumer guarantees under Australian Consumer Law, in addition to any manufacturer assurance. Ships as a small ceramic item under standard freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the Shrimp Tube work in a saltwater nano tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — aquavitro states it may be used in both freshwater and saltwater setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to rinse it before use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a quick rinse under tap water is all it needs before going into the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill biofilm grow on it automatically?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven time in an established tank, yes — the ceramic surface is porous enough for biofilm and fine algae to colonise, which shrimp then graze on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use more than one in the same tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — several tubes, or a mix of other pieces from the aquavitro shrimp range, can be combined to give a colony more retreat options.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaVitro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54773853552931,"sku":"725163-7078","price":21.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/b18.jpg?v=1782101645"},{"product_id":"aquavitro-shrimp-stars-5-pcs","title":"Aquavitro Shrimp Stars 5 pcs.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcave ceramic stars shrimp interlock into their own reef.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquavitro Shrimp Stars are a set of five concave, 4 x 4 x 1.25 cm ceramic pieces from Seachem's aquavitro shrimp care range. Their shape lets them interlock into small stacked structures full of gaps and hollows - exactly the seclusion shrimp look for when moulting or carrying eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive 4 x 4 x 1.25 cm concave ceramic stars\u003c\/strong\u003e - low-profile pieces that interlock rather than simply stack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEndless configurations\u003c\/strong\u003e - build a low scatter or a taller interlocked reef, and rearrange whenever you rescape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelters shrimp during moulting\u003c\/strong\u003e - cover for the window when a soft new shell leaves them exposed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeclusion for berried females\u003c\/strong\u003e - a retreat for shrimp carrying eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoubles as a grazing surface\u003c\/strong\u003e - the ceramic grows biofilm and fine algae shrimp feed on as it establishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and saltwater safe\u003c\/strong\u003e - aquavitro notes no concerns using them in either.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 ceramic stars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePiece dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 x 4 x 1.25 cm each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConcave, interlocking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRinsing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse under tap water before first use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7082\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e freshwater and saltwater shrimp aquariums, nano and planted tanks, breeding setups, aquascapers who want a sculptural rather than tube-shaped hide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e tanks housing fish large or determined enough to hunt shrimp out of shallow, open hollows - the stars offer visual cover, not a sealed refuge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSetting them up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse under tap water, then interlock and arrange as desired. No cycling or curing is needed - biofilm and fine algae develop naturally on the ceramic surface as the tank matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-pipes-5-pcs\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Pipes\u003c\/a\u003e - open-ended tubes to combine with the interlocking stars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-stacks-3-pcs\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Stacks\u003c\/a\u003e - a larger-diameter pipe set for mixing shapes in one structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-small-hut\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Small Hut\u003c\/a\u003e - a fully enclosed hide to pair with the more open star structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquavitro does not publish a warranty term for its ceramic shrimp decor. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply regardless. Ships as a standard parcel item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to rinse the stars before adding them to my tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Aquavitro's instructions are to rinse under tap water, then place them in the aquarium as desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do the stars interlock?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is concave, so pairs and stacks nest into each other to form small hollows and gaps rather than sitting as flat, separate ornaments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use these in a saltwater or reef tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Aquavitro states the ceramic stars may be used in fresh and saltwater with no concerns noted for either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I combine these with other aquavitro shrimp decor?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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Stand them on end, lay them flat or scatter them through the scape - shrimp use the tubes as a bolt-hole when moulting or carrying eggs, and the ceramic surface grows the biofilm and fine algae they graze on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive 1.3 x 1.3 x 5 cm ceramic pipes\u003c\/strong\u003e - small enough for shrimp and nano fish, too small for anything that could crush them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStack any way you like\u003c\/strong\u003e - flat, pyramid or scattered, and rearranged whenever you rescape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelters shrimp during moulting\u003c\/strong\u003e - a soft new shell is the most vulnerable a shrimp gets, and a tight tube keeps it out of sight while it hardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeclusion for berried females\u003c\/strong\u003e - egg-carrying shrimp seek cover, and the pipes give them somewhere to retreat to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoubles as a grazing surface\u003c\/strong\u003e - the ceramic grows biofilm and fine algae shrimp feed on as it establishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and saltwater safe\u003c\/strong\u003e - aquavitro states the pipes may be used in either.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 ceramic pipes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePipe dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.3 x 1.3 x 5 cm each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRinsing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse under tap water before first use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7083\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e freshwater and saltwater shrimp aquariums, nano and planted tanks, breeding setups where berried females need seclusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e tanks housing fish large or determined enough to hunt shrimp through an open-ended tube - the pipes offer refuge, not protection from a predator that can reach in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSetting them up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse under tap water before placing them in the aquarium, then arrange as desired. No cycling or curing is needed - biofilm and fine algae develop naturally on the ceramic surface over the following weeks as the tank matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-small-hut\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Small Hut\u003c\/a\u003e - an enclosed hide to pair with the open-ended pipes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-stacks-3-pcs\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Stacks\u003c\/a\u003e - a smaller companion pipe set for building a bigger interconnected refuge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-stars-5-pcs\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Stars\u003c\/a\u003e - interlocking pieces that combine with the pipes into a larger structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquavitro does not publish a warranty term for its ceramic shrimp decor. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply regardless. Ceramic pieces of this size ship as a standard parcel item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to rinse the pipes before adding them to my tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Aquavitro's instructions are to rinse under tap water, then place the pipes in the aquarium as desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use Shrimp Pipes in a saltwater or reef tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Aquavitro states the ceramic pipes may be used in fresh and saltwater with no concerns noted for either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill the pipes need cleaning once they're in the tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot for the shrimp's sake - they're designed to grow biofilm and fine algae as a grazing surface, so a light coating is the product doing its job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I combine these with other aquavitro shrimp decor?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The pipes are designed to interconnect with the rest of the aquavitro shrimp range, including the Stacks, Stars, and the Small and Tall Hut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"AquaVitro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54773853651235,"sku":"725166-7083","price":47.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/b22.jpg?v=1782101646"},{"product_id":"aquavitro-shrimp-small-hut","title":"Aquavitro Shrimp Small Hut","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA dark, perforated hideaway for a shrimp that needs to disappear.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Aquavitro Shrimp Small Hut is a 5.75 x 3.3 x 5 cm perforated ceramic hide from Seachem's aquavitro shrimp care range. Shrimp seek out dark, enclosed spots to lower stress and avoid predation, especially straight after moulting, when the new shell is soft, and while carrying eggs. The perforations let water and shrimp move freely while keeping the inside shaded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5.75 x 3.3 x 5 cm low-profile hide\u003c\/strong\u003e - sits comfortably in the foreground of a nano or planted tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerforated ceramic walls\u003c\/strong\u003e - water flows through so the interior doesn't stagnate, while shrimp stay hidden from view.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelters shrimp during moulting\u003c\/strong\u003e - cover for the period when a soft new shell leaves them exposed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeclusion for berried females\u003c\/strong\u003e - a retreat for shrimp carrying eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoubles as a grazing surface\u003c\/strong\u003e - the ceramic grows biofilm and fine algae as it establishes, a food source in its own right.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and saltwater safe\u003c\/strong\u003e - aquavitro states there are no concerns using it in saltwater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.75 x 3.3 x 5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic, perforated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRinsing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse under tap water before first use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7076\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e freshwater and saltwater shrimp aquariums, nano tanks, breeding setups, foreground placement in a planted scape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e tanks with fish able to reach through the perforations - the openings that let shrimp and water pass also let a slim-bodied predator try its luck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSetting it up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse under tap water, then place wherever suits the layout. No cycling or curing is required - biofilm and fine algae develop on the ceramic naturally as the tank matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-tall-hut\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Tall Hut\u003c\/a\u003e - the upright companion piece, for a taller hide elsewhere in the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-pipes-5-pcs\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Pipes\u003c\/a\u003e - open-ended tubes to pair with the enclosed hut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-stars-5-pcs\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Stars\u003c\/a\u003e - interlocking pieces to build out a larger refuge around the hut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquavitro does not publish a warranty term for its ceramic shrimp decor. 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Where a smaller reptile or a nano aquascape needs a more modest hide, the 25.5 × 9 × 7.5 cm medium size is the better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium (BIS436)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.5 × 9 × 7.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmaller lizards, geckos and juvenile snakes; nano to standard aquascapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge — this product (BIS435)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32.5 × 14 × 8 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger lizards and snakes; bigger display tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for reptile and amphibian enclosures where a secure, dry hide is needed, and for freshwater or marine aquariums and aquascapes as a shelter or ornament. 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As with any natural stone, it's worth bucket-testing a piece in a container of your tap or RO water for a few days and checking KH, GH and pH before and after if you're running a sensitive soft-water or Caridina shrimp setup — composition can vary slightly between batches, and we'd rather you check than assume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered against being not as described under Australian Consumer Law. As a natural product, the mix of pieces you receive will vary from the listing photo in exact shape, size and colouring — that's expected, not a fault. At 20 kg, this is a heavier parcel than most hardscape orders; freight is calculated on weight at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this raise my water hardness?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot by much. 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It's sold and priced by weight, and because it's a natural product the individual piece sizes, shapes and exact colouring inside any given box will vary — we're not printing a size-grading figure that isn't published.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 20 kg spread across mixed pieces, this suits scaping a full display tank rather than one accent point. If you only need one or two pieces, the single-piece Black Seiryu Rock listing is the better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for freshwater and marine aquascapes, Iwagumi and Japanese-style layouts, terrariums and paludariums, and reptile or frog enclosures. Not a good match for soft, acidic setups — like all seiryu-style stone, it's calcareous and will gradually raise KH, GH and pH as it weathers, which suits hard-water and African cichlid-style tanks better than soft-water biotopes, wild-caught shrimp or plant layouts that depend on low mineral content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse pieces thoroughly before use — washing helps reduce, though doesn't eliminate, the stone's effect on pH. Because the rock is calcareous, bucket-test a piece in a container of your tap or RO water for a few days and check KH, GH and pH before committing it to a soft-water display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo ongoing maintenance once it's in the tank. 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Not suitable for reef or marine tanks — this piece is sold and rated for freshwater only. Not suitable if the tank needs to stay perfectly clear immediately; expect tannin tinting while the wood cures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all natural driftwood, these pieces float until they waterlog. Submerge the batch in a bucket or tub and change the water every few days until each piece sinks on its own and stops tinting it — with twenty pieces, stagger the soak if you don't have a container large enough for all of them at once. Boiling speeds up waterlogging and clears surface organic matter before the wood goes into the display. Weigh floaters down temporarily with rock while they're still soaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural material, sold as pictured but not to an exact shape — Bioscape doesn't warrant colour, taper or grain, since no two pieces are alike, but you're covered against a mis-described or transit-damaged order under Australian Consumer Law. 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Choose Large where you want two or three branches doing the visual work of a whole aquascape, rather than building density from many smaller pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for freshwater planted and shrimp tanks that need structural branch wood, nano aquascapes, and dried-wood terrarium builds. Not suitable for reef or marine tanks — this piece is sold and rated for freshwater only. Not suitable if you need a tank to stay perfectly clear from day one; expect tannin tinting while the wood cures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all natural driftwood, these pieces float until they waterlog. Fully submerge them in a bucket or spare container and change the water every few days until they sink on their own and stop tinting it — thicker pieces can take weeks to fully waterlog. 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Each branch carries the fine, twisting, root-like structure spider wood is known for, suited to tall hardscapes, paludariums and pieces that break the water surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong branch format\u003c\/strong\u003e — 90 cm pieces for tall scapes and installations that need height, not just footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrade box of 22\u003c\/strong\u003e — buy the volume in one order instead of selecting pieces individually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic spider wood structure\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same fine, twisting branch character as Bioscape's smaller Spider Wood pieces, in a longer format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvery piece unique\u003c\/strong\u003e — natural driftwood varies in shape, thickness and colour; the box you receive won't exactly match a photo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium and terrarium use\u003c\/strong\u003e — suited to both, per Bioscape's own product listing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePiece length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 pieces per box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural spider wood (driftwood)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquariums and terrariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e90 cm is longer than the internal width of most standard aquariums under roughly the 3-foot (90 cm) mark — check your tank's internal length before ordering, particularly if you want branches to sit fully submerged rather than arching above the waterline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for large aquascapes, big hardscape installations, retail counters restocking loose wood, and paludariums or terrariums with the internal height to take a 90 cm branch. 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Any issue on arrival is covered under your consumer guarantee rights under Australian Consumer Law.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill this piece really sink on its own?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it's sold as self-sinking, unlike generic driftwood that can float for weeks. Occasionally a piece needs a day or two, or a temporary weight, before it settles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat size tank does this suit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt an average 50 x 15 cm, it works well as the centrepiece in a 60–90 cm tank, or as a secondary feature alongside rock in something larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill I receive the exact piece in the photo?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — every piece is a unique natural shape and colour. 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Large, this listing, suits a standard to larger tank wanting the branching to read as a dominant feature rather than an accent. For a smaller footprint, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/spider-wood-small\"\u003eSpider Wood Small\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/spider-wood-medium\"\u003eSpider Wood Medium\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for freshwater aquascaping in standard to larger tanks, and also used in reptile enclosures and terrarium or paludarium builds. Bioscape doesn't publish a marine-safe claim for Spider Wood, so treat it as a freshwater and terrarium product rather than a reef-safe one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew Spider Wood is dried for shipping and floats. Larger pieces generally take longer to waterlog than Small or Medium — weighting it down for a week or more is typical, and denser pieces can take longer still. Presoaking or boiling speeds up sinking and helps reduce tannin release. A harmless white biofilm sometimes forms on new wood underwater — it isn't dangerous, and shrimp, snails and some fish will graze it off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered against manufacturing and packing defects under Bioscape's warranty, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many pieces do I get?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne piece, in the Large, 40-50 cm grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill it turn my water brown?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome tannin release is normal with any natural wood, but Bioscape's Spider Wood releases noticeably less than Mopani or Malaysian driftwood. Presoaking or boiling reduces it further.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs there a bigger size?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot as a single piece. 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Medium, this listing, is the size most aquascapers reach for first — big enough to read as a real structural feature, small enough to still suit a nano or standard tank. Step down to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/spider-wood-small\"\u003eSpider Wood Small\u003c\/a\u003e for a shrimp-tank accent, or up to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/spider-wood-large\"\u003eSpider Wood Large\u003c\/a\u003e if the tank runs bigger than about 60 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for freshwater aquascaping, from nano tanks through to standard community setups, and also used in reptile enclosures and terrarium or paludarium builds. Bioscape doesn't publish a marine-safe claim for Spider Wood, so treat it as a freshwater and terrarium product rather than a reef-safe one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew Spider Wood is dried for shipping and floats. Weighting the piece down for about a week is usually enough for it to waterlog and sit on its own, though denser pieces can take longer. Presoaking or boiling speeds up sinking and helps reduce tannin release. A harmless white biofilm sometimes forms on new wood underwater — it isn't dangerous, and shrimp, snails and some fish will graze it off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne piece of Medium, 30-40 cm Spider Wood. If a layout needs several pieces, order multiples of this listing, or see Bioscape's Spider Wood Medium 10-piece box pack for a bulk option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered against manufacturing and packing defects under Bioscape's warranty, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many pieces do I get?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne piece, in the Medium, 30-40 cm grade. 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If you don't want the tea-coloured water, run activated carbon and do slightly more frequent water changes until the leaching settles; if you do want it, this is exactly the look blackwater and biotope tanks are going for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActivated carbon media\u003c\/strong\u003e — for keeping water clear if you don't want the tannin tint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquascaping weights or mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e — to hold the piece down while it waterlogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA smaller Spider Wood piece\u003c\/strong\u003e — to build a layered branch structure around the XLarge centrepiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered against being not as described under Australian Consumer Law. As a natural product, the piece you receive will vary from the listing photo in exact shape, branching and colour — that's expected, not a fault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill it float when it arrives?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost certainly, at first. Spider wood is light and dry when new, and a piece this size can take several weeks to waterlog and sink on its own. Weighing it down or soaking it speeds this up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill it turn my water brown?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, especially in the first weeks. That's tannin release, and it's normal — not a sign anything is wrong. Activated carbon and water changes will keep it under control if you'd rather not have the tint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it reef or marine safe?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt isn't intended for reef or marine display tanks. 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