Galapagos Bioactive Soil Tropical Soil Substrate Reptile Bedding, 8-qt bag

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  • Optimal balance for moisture retention and drainage in tropical enclosures.
  • Free from salt, chemicals and toxic oils.
  • Made with a blend of tree fern, fir bark, tropicoco soil, sphagnum moss and charcoal.
  • Bioactive soil means you can add microfauna and plants for a self-sustaining ecosystem.
  • Rich soil blend is ideal for growing tropical plants.

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5 Customer Questions

Can this be used for crested geckos?

Answer by Chewy • Aug 17, 2022
This Bioactive Soil Tropical Soil Substrate can be used with crested geckos.

can this be used for tarantulas?

Answer by Chewy • Feb 06, 2022
This bioactive soil is generally used with more tropical species. As long as the tarantula is one that thrives in a more humid environments, it will be suitable for them.

Is this recommended for chameleons?

Answer by Chewy • Mar 06, 2023
This bedding is suitable for chameleons.

Can I use this for a Ball/Royal Python?

Answer by Chewy • Jan 15, 2023
This bedding is suitable for use with tropical snakes including pythons.
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By Zoe on May 23, 2025

Great for bioactive habitats

This is the perfect mix for building bioactive terrariums and takes all the guess work out of it!

This is the perfect mix for building bioactive terrariums and takes all the guess work out of it!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By maria on Nov 8, 2022

Great for tree frogs

Holds moisture great and looks great in the tank. Wasnt a very big bag, so I mixed with regular potting soil for more depth.

Holds moisture great and looks great in the tank. Wasnt a very big bag, so I mixed with regular potting soil for more depth.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Dana on Jul 22, 2022

A good alternative to ABG mix

I use Atlanta Botanical Garden mix for all of my tropical bioactive systems, but I thought I'd try this as an alternative. I am pleased. It retains water well without

I use Atlanta Botanical Garden mix for all of my tropical bioactive systems, but I thought I'd try this as an alternative. I am pleased. It retains water well without getting soggy or rotting. My plants are thriving and growing in nicely even with my big fat Mossy frogs hoppin' all over them. I will be using this in the future.