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Is it advisable to have some drift wood in a zebra only tank? I know that it is unlikely that they would come across this in their wild habitat. However I have read elsewhere that a number of people still add it to their tank just in case it is required by the zebras. I am aware that driftwood is essential for some Loricariids as it makes up a significant part of their diet, especially royals or so I hear.

I did have a bit of drift wood in the tank however I removed it when it became "mouldy", it has since been boiled for the second time but was put in my community tank instead.

What does everybody think?

I have never seen my Zebras "rasp" on my driftwood and have never seen any marks left on any of it. They just like to hide in it as far as I know. I heard it is not required.

Hi Wandj,

Like you I didn't notice the zebras rasping at the driftwood while it was still in their tank, they just used it as another hiding place. Seeing that it doesn't appear essential I may just leave it out unless someone offers up a compelling argument. At least there will be one less obstacle to navigate around when cleaning the tank.

Thanks