Cholla wood or Malaysian Driftwood?

[fishguy123456]

I am thinking about setting up a shrimp tank and I am wondering which is the better option: Cholla wood or Driftwood. I am going to be putting in Red Cherry Shrimp.

Thanks!

 

[Nils]

I'd say cholla wood. Has tons of little holes and hiding spots. Way more than driftwood. Driftwood also releases tannings, cholla does not. Cholla may take a few days to sink, but after that you're good to go!

 

[TheresaM]

I've kept both with shrimp along the way and they definitely seem to prefer cholla. I do soak mine outside the tank before adding it.

Another plus-at least for me-is that cholla is considerably less expensive.

 

[Fresh2o]

Regarding cholla, does it eventually break down like grapewood? I've only had it a few years at best. No signs of deterioration.


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[brennae]

Cholla for sure.

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[Coursair]

Cholla does break down. I keep DW in my tanks for decor and biofilm and cholla for Shrimp fun.
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