The term “bioactive” is used to describe a miniature ecosystem created in a terrarium or vivarium. In a functional bioactive habitat, small invertebrates (aka clean-up crew) break down waste from your pet to make nutrients available for live plants to consume. This incredible living network forms a balance that can reduce maintenance of your habitat while enhancing natural appearance.
The right substrate mix is critical to a successful bioactive habitat. The contents of this kit were carefully selected. to help your pets, plants, and clean-up crew collectively flourish.
INCLUDES:
A Special Blend of Humus, Peat Moss, Sand, and Carbon
Create bioactive terrariums and tropical set-ups.
Contains coconut carbon to provide a porous surface for beneficial bacteria to colonize and reduce persistent odors.
Use in Naturalistic Terrariums® and paludariums with tropical lizards, amphibians, box turtles, hermit crabs, tarantulas, and other invertebrates.
Burrowing and egg laying substrate allows for natural behaviors.
Suitable for plants creating a bioactive terrarium may maintain long-term plant life.
Terrarium Moss
All natural North American sphagnum moss prevents soil compaction and slowly releases moisture to help create a stable, high-humidity environment.
Item # CF2-S
Catappa leaves provide shelter and nutrients for your clean-up crew.
Item # CT-88