Zoo Med Eco Earth Coconut Fibre Substrate is a natural compressed coconut husk brick designed for reptile, amphibian and invertebrate terrariums. When water is added, the brick expands to produce several litres of soft, natural substrate that supports burrowing behaviour and helps maintain humidity inside the enclosure.
This eco-friendly substrate is made from renewable coconut fibre and is highly absorbent, helping control odours while creating a naturalistic environment for your animals. It can be used damp for tropical species or allowed to dry slightly for species that require lower humidity.
Eco Earth is widely used in naturalistic and bioactive terrariums and can also be mixed with sand, bark or soil substrates to create customised digging and burrowing environments.
Quick Facts
- Natural compressed coconut fibre substrate
- Expands when water is added
- Produces approximately 7–8 litres of substrate
- Helps maintain humidity in terrariums
- Ideal for burrowing reptiles and amphibians
- Biodegradable and compostable
Key Features
- Made from renewable coconut husk fibre
- Highly absorbent and helps control odours
- Encourages natural burrowing behaviour
- Suitable for tropical and humid terrarium setups
- Can be used alone or mixed with other substrates
- Works well in bioactive or planted terrariums
Specifications
- Material: Coconut husk fibre (coir)
- Format: Compressed brick
- Expansion volume: Approximately 7–8 litres
- Type: Natural terrarium substrate
- Brand: Zoo Med
How to Use
- Place the brick in a container or bucket
- Add warm water and allow it to expand fully
- Break apart and fluff the substrate
- Add to the enclosure to the desired depth
- Use damp for tropical species or allow to dry slightly if required
Suitable For
- Snakes and many burrowing reptiles
- Geckos and tropical lizards
- Amphibians including frogs and salamanders
- Tarantulas and other invertebrates
- Naturalistic or bioactive terrariums
Important Information
- Always expand the brick with water before use
- Spot clean regularly and replace substrate when necessary
- Adjust moisture levels depending on species requirements
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