Distinctive cholla cactus skeleton: Provides unique texture and visual appeal for aquariums
Natural holes: Offers excellent hiding spots for shrimp, reducing stress and promoting natural behavior
Biofilm support: Encourages beneficial bacteria growth for a healthy aquarium ecosystem
Tanin release: Enhances water quality by supporting beneficial bacteria activity
Sinks quickly after boiling: Ensures effective use in aquariums without floating issues
Cholla wood is the skeleton of a Cholla Cactus, it is harvested after the Cactus dies. Each piece is unique and it's distinctive holes provide great hiding spots for shrimp and provide a media for biofilm to grow on. It also releases tanins into the water which is beneficial to all shrimp types. The wood will disintegrate over many months
Material
Natural cholla wood
Length options
4 inches or 6 inches
Color
Brown
Pattern
Textured with natural holes
Recommended use
Boil before placing in aquarium
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It is 100% the accurate size.
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Anonymous · 6 days ago
Perfect for our tank. Took a while for the wood to get waterlogged. But all the new babies love hiding in it.
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Joy · September 13, 2026
Cholla wood is exactly what I expected it to be. Can recommend!