{"product_id":"bioscape-bioscape-hide-cave-l-diameter-8-12cm-20-30cm-length","title":"Bioscape Hide Cave L Diameter 8-12cm 20-30cm length","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA shelter fish and shrimp will actually use.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bioscape Hide Cave L is a tube-shaped aquarium hide, 8–12cm in diameter and 20–30cm long, sized for plecos, cichlids and other cave-dwelling fish that want a snug, defensible space rather than open water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8–12cm diameter, 20–30cm length\u003c\/strong\u003e — a genuine tunnel a mid-to-large cave-dweller can retreat into, not a shallow ornament.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen at both ends\u003c\/strong\u003e — gives a territorial fish an escape route as well as a hiding spot, which reduces cornering and aggression compared with a dead-end hide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoubles as a spawning cave\u003c\/strong\u003e — suits cave-spawning cichlids and other species that breed in an enclosed tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne shelter per territorial fish\u003c\/strong\u003e — adding a hide each for territorial tankmates does more to reduce aggression than adding tank volume alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVINE20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–12cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–30cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen tube, both ends open\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHide, territory marker, spawning cave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is a natural-form item, so exact diameter and length vary within the stated ranges piece to piece. Bioscape doesn't publish an exact material composition or weight for this product on their AU site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLarge or medium — which do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVINE20 – Large\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVINE19 – Medium\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–12cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–7cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–30cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–40cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlecos, larger cichlids and other bigger cave-dwellers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmaller fish, shrimp and crayfish, or a longer, narrower tunnel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGo by the width of the fish you're housing, not just its length — a hide has to be wide enough for the fish to turn around comfortably inside, which is where the L's 8–12cm diameter earns its size over the M's narrower 6–7cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e plecos, larger cichlids, catfish and other mid-to-large cave-dwelling freshwater and marine fish; shrimp and crayfish will also use the space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e very small fish or fry as their sole hiding option — a tube this size suits a larger occupant better than a nano species, which is better served by the smaller Hide Cave M.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse before adding to the tank. As with any new hardscape or ornament, watch water clarity for the first day or two after adding it and be prepared to do a water change if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered against manufacturing defects on arrival, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Standard parcel delivery applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat fish is this cave sized for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 8–12cm diameter and 20–30cm length suit plecos, larger cichlids and other mid-to-large cave-dwelling fish that need room to turn around inside, not just fit lengthwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill it work as a breeding cave?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the open-tube shape suits cave-spawning cichlids and other species that breed inside an enclosed tunnel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it come in a smaller size?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the Bioscape Hide Cave M (VINE19) is 6–7cm diameter by 30–40cm, for smaller fish and shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is it made from?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBioscape doesn't publish the exact material composition for this piece on their AU site — contact us if you need that confirmed before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bioscape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54774342385955,"sku":"VINE20","price":67.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/VINE20_1_fa1f08fc-7748-435b-b18d-3d6dfc082284.jpg?v=1782869096","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/bioscape-bioscape-hide-cave-l-diameter-8-12cm-20-30cm-length","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}