Bioscape Shrimp Wood XL
Water type
Freshwater
Bioscape Shrimp Wood XL
The biggest single branch piece Bioscape sells, for a show tank that needs one real centrepiece. Bioscape Shrimp Wood XL is a single piece of natural branch-form driftwood in the 40–50 cm range — the largest size sold individually rather than in a multi-piece box.
Key features
- Largest single-piece size — at 40–50 cm, this is the top of the individual-piece range; anything bigger means moving to the multi-piece boxes.
- Built for large tanks — sized to anchor a 90 cm-plus aquarium as a genuine centrepiece rather than getting lost in the scape.
- Grows biofilm across a big surface area — more branching surface than Medium or Large for shrimp and shrimplets to graze across.
- Strongest tannin release of the three sizes — the most wood mass of the single pieces, so expect the deepest blackwater tint and the longest settling-in period.
- Every piece unique — hand-selected from natural stock, so shape, branching and colour vary piece to piece; the piece received won't match a photo exactly.
Specifications
| Size | Quantity | Material | Water type |
|---|---|---|---|
| XL, 40–50 cm | 1 piece | Natural branch driftwood | Freshwater |
Which size do I need?
Bioscape sells this branch wood as single pieces in three sizes, and as multi-piece boxes for anyone furnishing several tanks or one large aquascape at once.
| Product | Size | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp Wood Medium | 20–30 cm | 1 piece |
| Shrimp Wood Large | 30–40 cm | 1 piece |
| Shrimp Wood XL (this piece) | 40–50 cm | 1 piece |
| Shrimp Wood XL 40–50 cm box | 40–50 cm | 6 pieces |
XL is the size for a 90 cm-plus show tank where the wood needs to carry the whole layout on its own. Medium and Large suit smaller aquariums where a piece this size would overwhelm the scape. The 6-piece box is the better buy where more than one large piece is needed for a single aquascape, or where several tanks are being furnished at once.
Suitable for, and not suitable for
Suitable for large freshwater show tanks, aquascaping displays and shrimp colonies wanting one dominant branch structure with a strong blackwater tint. Not tested or sold for marine or reef use — treat it as a freshwater piece only. Not intended for nano or small tanks, where Medium or Large will sit better.
Care and maintenance
New wood floats, and a piece this size takes the longest of the three to waterlog. Soak it in a bucket or tub of water for three to four weeks, changing the water every few days to reduce the initial tannin release, or boil it in batches across more than one session. Expect a strong tannin tint in a new tank for the first several weeks; it's cosmetic, not a water quality issue, and fades as the wood settles in. Use a black-water conditioner or activated carbon if a clearer tank is wanted sooner.
Warranty and delivery
As a natural product, Bioscape Shrimp Wood is sold as-is rather than under a manufacturing warranty, though your rights under Australian Consumer Law still apply if a piece arrives damaged or not as described. Given the size, ships by standard parcel post but may attract a larger parcel size than the Medium or Large pieces.
Common questions
Is XL too big for my tank?
At 40–50 cm, it's built for 90 cm-plus show tanks. In a smaller aquarium it will dominate the scape — Large or Medium are the better fit there.
How long does it take to sink?
Longer than the smaller sizes. Budget three to four weeks of soaking, changing the water regularly, or boil it in batches to speed the process up.
Will the piece I receive look like the photo?
Not exactly. Each piece is hand-selected from natural stock, so shape, branching angle and colour vary — the photo shows the style and size range, not the individual piece.
Is it safe for shrimp?
Yes — this is the intended use. The branching surface develops biofilm that shrimp and shrimplets graze on, and the wood itself doesn't affect water chemistry beyond the tannin tint.
