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Do you prefer tannins in your water or for it to be crystal clear?

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Do you like the look of tannins?

Jul 12, 2020 OP
Thread Starter #1
For those of you who have either almond leaves, or driftwood in your tanks - do you guys like the way that the color changes from crystal clear to more of a dark yellow tea (tannins)? If you do or don’t, what is your reasoning behind your answer since from just talking with others it appears to be an almost 50-50 split on the choice.

I personally love the color of tannins, plus it makes some fish really become more active since that is what they are used to (such as some tetras and maybe cichlids).

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Aug 13, 2020
#2
I say yes since it honestly it adds beneficial things to most fish, makes them feel super secure, and the color doesn’t even look bad unless people assume if the water isn’t crystal clear it’s a horrible thing.
Aug 24, 2020
#3
I think that tannins look really good for those dark water tanks and if you do some type of natural effect with the natural species that live there.

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Feb 23, 2021
#5
I have tannins in my tank but in terms of pure aesthetics I think I like the clear look better.
Jan 26, 2022
#6
They really recreate the natural look and moreover tannis also softens the water which would be great for the fish.
May 6, 2022
#7
From my research so far on tannins, all my findings have been in support of it being that it's even more healthy for the fishes, so it's what helps me with my decision making in having my fish water be that way.
May 9, 2022
#8
It makes the water environment very comfortable and relaxing for the fishes and that helps them to feed well and be healthy.

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