{"product_id":"ecorce-ronde-de-catappa-50g-catappa-round-bark-50g","title":"Round Catappa Bark (50g)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eRound Catappa Bark (50g)\u003c\/b\u003e (also called Indian almond bark) comes in the form of small rolls or tubes of natural, sturdy bark. An ideal complement to Catappa leaves, this bark version releases the same active ingredients in a \u003cb\u003emuch slower and more concentrated\u003c\/b\u003e way, while providing unique three-dimensional textures for wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt allows to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProvide natural, cylindrical hiding spots\u003c\/b\u003e: Its naturally rolled shape creates perfect micro-tunnels and protective tubes for microfauna (isopods, springtails), baby shrimp, bottom-dwelling fish, and small amphibians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eServe as a long-lasting grazing surface\u003c\/b\u003e: Its textured surface promotes optimal biofilm growth, which is the main food source for shrimp and detritivores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImprove water quality\u003c\/b\u003e: It gradually releases powerful tannins and beneficial humic acids that recreate tropical water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages of La Swamp Round Catappa Bark:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% natural and raw\u003c\/b\u003e, cleaned and cut without any chemical treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal for tropical bioactive terrariums and freshwater aquariums\u003c\/b\u003e (especially shrimp tanks, bettas, or blackwater fish tanks).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePowerful therapeutic action\u003c\/b\u003e: It has strong \u003cb\u003eantibacterial and antifungal\u003c\/b\u003e properties that help protect animals’ skin\/shells, promote wound healing, and limit mold growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExceptional stability and durability\u003c\/b\u003e: Unlike leaves that degrade in a few weeks, the bark maintains its rigid structure for many months in water or moist soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended use:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn terrariums:\u003c\/b\u003e Place the bark rolls directly on the moist substrate, in shaded areas or under leaf litter, to form true humid tunnels for your isopods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn aquariums:\u003c\/b\u003e Add directly to the tank (about 1 piece per 50 to 100 liters of water depending on desired coloration intensity). The bark may float for a while; to submerge it quickly and remove initial dust, you can boil it or soak it for 10 to 15 minutes before adding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLongevity:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatappa bark is highly woody and rigid. It takes \u003cb\u003eseveral months to decompose\u003c\/b\u003e, providing a living support, cleansing properties, and ultra-durable shelter to your ecosystem before being slowly consumed by microfauna.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Swamp - Grossiste","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47310709555456,"sku":"BARK-CAT-50","price":7.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0799\/8980\/1216\/files\/CatappaRoundBark.jpg?v=1784052301","url":"https:\/\/www.laswamp.ca\/en\/products\/ecorce-ronde-de-catappa-50g-catappa-round-bark-50g","provider":"La Swamp - Grossiste","version":"1.0","type":"link"}