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Featuring warm amber to golden-brown colouring and intricate branching shapes, this natural wood is ideal for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaquariums, reptile enclosures, terrariums and invertebrate setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall size measures approximately 15–20cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making these pieces particularly versatile for smaller setups or for combining multiple pieces to create larger, more complex displays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause Spider Roots are a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural product, every piece is unique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with variations in shape, branching, texture, thickness and colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eNatural \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmber\/Gold Spider Root wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall size: approximately 15–20cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive amber and golden-brown colouring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntricate natural branching and root-like shapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat for aquariums, reptile enclosures and terrariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for freshwater aquascaping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat for planted aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides natural climbing structure in suitable reptile setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent decorative wood for terrariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for many invertebrate enclosure designs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUseful for creating branches, elevated areas and natural-looking features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat for attaching suitable aquarium plants and mosses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be combined with rocks, substrate and other natural décor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEach piece is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecompletely unique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMultiple pieces can be combined to create larger displays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for Aquariums \u0026amp; Aquascaping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe twisting branches and irregular structure of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBioScape Spider Roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provide an excellent way to introduce depth, height and visual interest to freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a single piece as a feature in a smaller aquarium or combine several roots with rocks, substrate and aquatic plants to create a more elaborate aquascape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe numerous branches and textured surfaces also provide useful attachment points for appropriate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaquarium mosses and epiphytic plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat for Reptile Enclosures \u0026amp; Terrariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpider Roots aren't limited to aquariums. Their natural branching structure makes them an excellent decorative feature for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereptile enclosures and terrariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepending on the species and enclosure setup, the branches can be incorporated to provide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural-looking climbing structures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevated areas within the enclosure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional usable enclosure space\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttachment points for plants and décor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturalistic hardscape features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBranching structures for suitable arboreal and climbing species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral pieces can also be arranged together to create more complex climbing structures and natural-looking displays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways ensure wood is positioned \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esecurely and cannot fall or shift\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when being used as a climbing structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBioScape Amber\/Gold Spider Roots can be used in a wide variety of setups, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshwater aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanted aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquascapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReptile enclosures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTerrariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInvertebrate enclosures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturalistic displays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable arboreal setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBioactive-style enclosure layouts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery Piece Is Unique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, every Spider Root is different.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural variations include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of branches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBranch positioning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTexture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood grain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExact dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–20cm measurement is an approximate size guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, so individual pieces will not have identical dimensions or shapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparing for Aquarium Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRinse the wood thoroughly before placing it into an aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural wood may initially float and can release tannins into the water. Tannins can produce a yellow or tea-coloured tint and are a normal characteristic of natural timber.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-soaking can help the wood become waterlogged and reduce initial tannin release. Some pieces may need to be temporarily weighed down until sufficiently saturated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA light biofilm can also occasionally develop after natural timber is first submerged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BioScape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Amber\/Gold Spider Roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Small\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 15–20cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Amber \/ Gold \/ Golden Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aquariums, aquascaping, reptile enclosures, terrariums and suitable invertebrate setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs each piece the same as the photograph?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. This is natural wood, so \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eevery piece will have its own individual shape, branches, texture and colouring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow large is the Small Spider Root?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach piece is approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–20cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although exact dimensions and proportions vary naturally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use it in an aquarium?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Spider Roots make excellent natural aquarium and aquascaping wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it be used in reptile enclosures?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its branching structure makes it particularly useful for creating \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural-looking décor and climbing structures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in suitable reptile enclosures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for terrariums?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It can be incorporated into naturalistic and planted terrarium layouts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use several pieces together?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Combining several Spider Roots is an excellent way to create larger hardscapes, branching structures and more complex natural-looking displays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill it float in an aquarium?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural wood may initially float. Pre-soaking can help it become waterlogged, or it can be securely weighed down until saturated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it release tannins?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. 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