Mopani Wood
Zoo Med Laboratories AZMMAM Mopani Wood Medium 10 to 12-Inch 5 out of 5 stars 8 8 product ratings - Zoo Med Laboratories AZMMAM Mopani Wood Medium 10 to 12-Inch.
Mopani wood. Popular for woodwind instruments Mopani is favored for its warm rich tone. Mopani wood is a natural wood packed with nutrients and perfect for natural set ups. Smooth surface textured detail and unique mottled color adds interest and enrichment to habitats.
Always thoroughly soak mopani wood before adding it to your aquarium. Raw branches come in interesting shapes and its density means it sinks easily and lasts a long time as aquatic decor. The mopane worm is also rich in crude fats and contains vitamins and minerals such as iron calcuim and phosphorus.
We obtained a harvesting permit and it is renewed every 3 months through inspections from the authorities. Adding extra carbon to your aquarium filter can help remove any remaining discoloration. For use in aquariums remember all natural wood leaches tannins which discolor water and reduce pH levels.
There is nothing more ideal for aquarium and terrarium livestock than real elements to provide a realistic setting. Mopani Wood Aquarium. Our wood is harvested from dead Mopane Mopani trees in the Kamenjab area in Namibia.
Logs chunks of wood roots and fallen trees are all part of a natural environment and help to enhance the living conditions of you. The Mopani or Mopane tree is an exotic species from Southern Africa. The permit is only for the harvesting of dead trees which means the process has no negative impact on the environment.
It is a very dense wood and not easy to work with but turns and finishes with a high sheen. Mopani Wood has been sandblasted clean and is ready to be added to your terrarium. This is an all Natural Item sizes may vary.