in and are not just for decorative purposes. They play an important role in determining the microclimate in the terrarium. Burrowing and hiding reptiles and amphibians have different needs than tree-dwelling species, while desert animals prefer a different type of substrate. Thermal conductivity is important when using a substrate heater such as the Heat Wave and the absorption capacity contributes to overall humidity. Exo Terra has developed a range of substrates for natural dry, wet and aquatic terrariums, all made from natural materials. Substrate made from 100% natural Douglas spruce fir bark. It binds moisture, absorbs easily and releases moisture. The substrate is perfect for reptiles that love moisture. Controls humidity. Stimulates natural digging and hiding behavior. Absorbs waste. In addition, it is decorative.

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Coco Husk: The Coco Husk from Exo Terra is a made from pressed pieces of coconut shell Terrarium substrate and comes from the plantations of tropical Asia. This ecological substrate is ideal for keeping the humidity in Increase terrariums and is completely safe for frogs, salamanders and animals that like to dig or hide. Stimulates natural Burying and hiding behavior. 100% natural substrateIdeal for natural terrariumsIncreases the humidity in terrariumsStimulates natural digging and hiding behavior Forest Moss: The Exo Terra forest moss is a real, compressed moss from tropical Asia. This Environmentally friendly substrate is ideal for increasing humidity in the terrarium and is completely safe for frogs, salamanders and yourself hiding or burrowing animals. The Exo Terra forest moss is very absorbent and is used to moisten protective caves such as the Exo Terra Snake cave or the reptile cave is recommended. Besides, it is an ideal medium for egg laying or incubation. 100% natural forest moss (without dyes or chemicals!)Ideal for wetland reptiles and amphibiansIdeal for moistening shelter burrowsExcellent for use in egg-laying or incubation containers

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Plantation soil — Brick / tropical terrarium substrate. The plantation soil was made from and comes from the plantations of tropical Asia. This ecological substrate is ideal for use in terrariums and is completely safe for frogs, salamanders and animals that like to dig or hide. This substrate can be used for laying eggs during the breeding season thanks to its moisture-binding properties. This 100% natural substrate can also be used as a nutrient substrate for live plants in terrariums. 100% natural substrate Ideal for natural terrariums Increases the humidity in terrariums Stimulates natural digging and hiding behavior Nutrient substrate for living plants

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Exo Terra substrates are dust-free and heat treated in our state-of-the-art European manufacturing facility. The Exo Terra substrate for rainforest terrariums is a 100% natural, biodegradable terrarium substrate made from a mixture of maritime pine & Peat moss is made from sustainable cultivation. The Exo Terra substrate for rainforest terrariums is the ideal, decorative substrate in naturally planted terrariums for moisture-loving reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates from tropical forests. The substrate for rainforest terrariums regulates the moisture in the terrarium in a natural way: it absorbs and then slowly releases the moisture again. Hygroscopic properties are maximized by adding natural peat moss to the mix. Adequate humidity levels support molting and help prevent respiratory infection. The unique size and shape of the bark particles in combination with the natural peat moss enable frequent watering of the plants and ensure healthy root growth with good aeration in the substrate. Exo Terra Rain Forest is heat treated to avoid bacterial contamination. Instructions for use: Spread a 5-10 cm thick layer of bark on the terrarium floor. Moisten the substrate as needed to achieve the required moisture level and use an Exo Terra hygrometer to check. To increase the humidity in well-ventilated terrariums or in terrariums where very high humidity is required, a substrate heater should be installed under the terrarium. Remove heavily soiled substrate selectively every day. Replace the substrate completely as needed.

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