Metal decorations

[Dakota Darkwolf]

I have a cute little 5 gallon tank, and I was wondering if it was okay to use metal decorations in an aquarium. Just asking, because I want to put a metal or plastic D20 in there. Which would be safer? Thanks!

~Dakota

 

[GIS Guy]

Plastic.

The metal will most likely corrode releasing toxins.

 

[big54bob]

sharp metal could hurt your fish

 

[usacutie81]

When in doubt, go with plastic.

 

[MissFishy]

I wouldn't put metal in your tank. Stick with decorations that are MADE to be put in fish tanks, anything else and you risk the chance of tank contamination.

Example: When I was very young with my small 5 gallon, I put a glass horse figurine in my tank figuring it was glass and would be ok. All the fish died as the paint on the figurine dissolved in the water overnight. Very sad.

 

[Fuzz16]

just watch out for sharp edges that might cut the fish

 

[Adanvdo Waya]

I'd avoid using any metal, plastic is just much safer.

 

[calico_]

metal= no, no no.
plastic... well, I guess it's safe as long as it's in decorations meant for aquarium purposes... otherwise it may release painting and glue and what not. I would stick to natural decorations, like river rocks and safe wood. prettier and safer.

 

[Mountain Dewd]

Brings up the question then of metal objects coated in plastic! (but not painted!)

(just kidding by the way!)