Description
xThe Zoo Med Floating Aquarium Log Small is a naturalistic, water-friendly shelter designed to enrich daily life for your aquatic pets. Its lifelike silhouette and gentle texture help it blend into most aquascapes, while offering a quiet refuge that supports natural behavior between feeding, playing, and exploring. Crafted to float in a mid-water zone, it creates a familiar hiding spot that can invite shy individuals to emerge and investigate their surroundings with renewed curiosity.
Why this log feels like a natural habitat
With a shape inspired by real tree branches, the log provides more than just concealment. In a busy tank, a sheltered corner can help fish and amphibians regulate their activity, reduce perceived threat, and settle into a rhythm that mirrors life in the wild. While not a guarantee of specific outcomes, many keepers notice animals using the log for resting, gentle play, and even vertical climbing as they explore the surface and water column.
- Naturalistic design blends with décor, creating a believable hideaway.
- Security and comfort may support calmer behavior during feeding and interaction.
- Bottom-weighted construction helps keep the log in place when inhabitants climb on top.
- Suitable for a range of species, including fish, newts, frogs, and mudskippers.
How to use and care
Place the log in the tank so it floats stably in the middle or near a preferred feature. As your animals approach, observe how they use the log to sleep, explore, feed, or incubate in sheltered space. The log’s size is appropriate for smaller setups and can be paired with plants and smooth rocks to create a balanced microhabitat.
- Rinse before first use and inspect for rough edges.
- Avoid placing near aggressive tank mates to keep it safe.
- Check periodically for algae or buildup and clean gently.
Why Zoo Med
Zoo Med designs aquatic habitat products with both aesthetics and behavior in mind. The Floating Log Small offers a versatile, low-profile shelter that can complement many tank themes while supporting natural activities. It’s a durable option for hobbyists seeking enrichment without taking up unnecessary space.
FAQ
Q: What animals can use the Zoo Med Floating Aquarium Log Small?
A: The log is suitable for fish, newts, frogs, and mudskippers.
Q: How does the log stay in place in the tank?
A: Its bottom-weighted design helps prevent rolling so occupants can climb on top.
Shipping & Return
xReturns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
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