sjlchgo

I have been treating my tank for fungus. I've attached a pic of the piece of driftwood that's in the tank. Is this normal? Should I remove the driftwood. I have Plecos and they like/need the wood. Yes, I boiled the wood prior to putting it in the tank. Yes, the LFS said it was already for the tank but I boiled it anyway. Using rid fungus in the tank presently.

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MagpieTear

I'd say that's not normal looking. if in doubt, boil it again, it can't hurt...

Chief_waterchanger

It can't hurt to boil it again, I agree, but I think that piece looks just fine.

sjlchgo

So all the "stuff" on it is ok....not fungus? Or a contributor to fugus growth?

Butterfly

Probably just algae on the wood.
Carol

Chief_waterchanger

Your fish will probably nibble on the "stuff" if they want a snack. The algae growth on our driftwood is enjoyed by a couple juvenile angelfish, brokis (big cories basically), kuhlis, bn plecos, and cherry shrimp.

sjlchgo

OK....thanks everyone.....I took it out as a precaution and boiled it again. Looked in today and the pleco was enjoying it!