Copper decorations?

[Cellitti]

I'm thinking about using copper to make shelters and caves for hiding places for my tank. don't know if it would release anything harmfil for the fish. i do know ppl use rusty nails to increase iron. i havent seen copper in any tanks and think it would be a nice different look. any info would be appreciated. thx

 

[joe jaskot]

Copper decorations in a fish tank = DEATH FOR FISHES. Don't even think of using it.

 

[Cellitti]

thanks for the reply. do you know why the copper is harmful to the fish???

 

[Dan F]

Copper is very toxic to invertebrates. Most fish tolerate it fairly well, but it would still be pretty stressful. Plus it will turn your water green...

 

[Cellitti]

thanks for the info. it was a thought i had. wanted to do something different that i havent seen before... now i know why