{"product_id":"wyld-spider-wood","title":"WYLD Spider Wood","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout WYLD Spider Wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWYLD Spider Wood is a natural, highly branching aquarium wood designed to create dramatic structure and depth in aquascapes. Its long, twisting branches have an organic root-like appearance, making it ideal for creating natural-looking layouts, tree-style aquascapes and detailed planted aquarium compositions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe intricate branching provides excellent areas for fish and shrimp to explore while giving aquascapers plenty of opportunities to attach plants such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnubias, Bucephalandra and Java Fern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It can also be positioned vertically to add height and visual movement to an aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpider Wood is particularly effective when combined with aquatic plants, rocks and mosses. Each piece is naturally shaped, so individual pieces will vary in branch structure, thickness and overall appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wood is suitable for planted freshwater aquariums and can also be used in terrarium-style setups. Like many natural aquarium woods, it may initially release tannins and slightly tint the water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e WYLD Scapes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spider Wood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural aquarium wood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Freshwater aquariums \u0026amp; aquascaping\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Branching\/root-style wood\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e S 20–30cm | M 30–40cm | L 40–50cm | XL 50–60cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for all levels\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlants:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent for attaching mosses, Anubias, Bucephalandra and ferns\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish \u0026amp; Shrimp:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provides natural structure and shelter\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Tint:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e May temporarily release tannins\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rinse thoroughly before use\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuoyancy:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e May initially float until fully waterlogged\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe WYLD Scapes range currently lists S, M, L and XL sizes covering approximately 20–60cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Spider Wood sink straight away?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot necessarily. Some pieces contain trapped air and may initially float. Weighing the wood down with a rock or other aquarium-safe object can help until it becomes waterlogged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill Spider Wood turn my aquarium water brown?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can release tannins, particularly when first introduced. This may give the water a light tea-coloured appearance. Tannins can be reduced with water changes and activated carbon if desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I attach plants to Spider Wood?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its extensive branching makes it particularly suitable for attaching mosses, Anubias, Bucephalandra and Java Fern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Spider Wood safe for shrimp?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Once properly rinsed and prepared, it provides excellent natural surfaces and shelter for freshwater shrimp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill every piece look the same?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Natural wood is individually shaped, so branch arrangement, thickness and overall form will vary from piece to piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow should I prepare Spider Wood?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRinse the wood thoroughly with freshwater before placing it into the aquarium. If it floats, secure it with an aquarium-safe weight until it becomes water logged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot securing floating wood:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Some pieces need time to become waterlogged.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpecting identical shapes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural pieces vary considerably.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot rinsing before use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Always rinse away loose debris and dust.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorrying about initial tannins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A temporary tint is normal with many natural woods.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing too much wood:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large branching pieces can quickly take up valuable swimming space.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurying the wood unnecessarily:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Positioning and securing it above the substrate can create a more natural aquascape.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aqua Blue Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Small (20-30CM)","offer_id":50589865902219,"sku":"WYDR08-1YS","price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium (30-40CM)","offer_id":50589865934987,"sku":"WYDR08-1YM","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (40-50CM)","offer_id":50589865967755,"sku":"WYDR08-1YL","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Extra Large (50-60CM)","offer_id":50589866000523,"sku":"WYDR08-1YXL","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/wyld-spider-woodapex-aquatic-1647434.png?v=1791072259","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/wyld-spider-wood","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}