Zoo Med Eco Earth Compressed Coconut Fiber Expandable Reptile Substrate
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Zoo Med Eco Earth Compressed Coconut Fiber Expandable Reptile Substrate is a compressed coconut fiber made from the husks of coconuts. It’s an eco-friendly, renewable resource that can be safely composted or recycled into potted plants and gardens. This substrate is ideal for a naturalistic terrarium setups and great for all types of reptiles, amphibians, small animals or insects. Use it damp to increase humidity in an enclosure for tropical species. Each Eco Earth brick makes 7-8 liters of substrate.
Key Benefits- The ideal substrate for naturalistic terrarium type set-ups incorporating reptiles, amphibians, or invertebrates.
- Use it damp for tropical species as it naturally absorbs and breaks down odor and waste products.
- Can be used dry for desert species or mixed with organic fertilizer for the perfect Vivaria soil.
- Made from an eco-friendly renewable resource, it can also be safely composted or recycled.
- Available in loose and compressed brick.
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Item Number96194
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Substrate TypeCoconut Husk
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Litter & Bedding TypeCoconut Fiber
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Reptile TypeTortoise, Insect, Snake, Hermit Crab, Frog, Lizard, Bearded Dragon, Newt
- Place brick in pail/bucket or sink.
- Add four quarts of water.
- Allow brick to expand for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Wring out excess moisture.
For small animals, snakes, and tarantulas, use dry by laying out moist substrate in the sun to dry before moving to your animal's enclosure.
Maintenance: Mist your Eco Earth daily to achieve the desired humidity level in your enclosure. Check your humidity gauge to confirm that you have the correct humidity levels for the species you are keeping. It helps to partially cover the top of your terrarium glass to increase humidity levels.
Cleaning: Spot clean as needed. If a foul odor persists, then remove all Eco Earth and replace. Changing all of your Eco Earth depends on the smell and number/size of animals in your enclosure but a 100% change is recommended at least every six months.
A Walk on the Wild Side
Zoo Med makes it their mission to provide reptiles and other exotic pets with the very best food, supplements and habitats. This company of passionate hobbyists knows that not all pets are furry with four paws and offers a true understanding of reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates. Whether you're new to reptile care and fishkeeping or are an experienced breeder, Zoo Med covers it all.
An Exotic Diet for an Exotic Pet
When it comes to your pet's dinner, the menu consists of worms, crickets and snails galore. Zoo Med offers a wide range of nutritious and tasty food to feed every exotic pet a special diet that's made just for them.
Turtles and Tortoises: From treats to whole diets, Zoo Med provides a nutritional boost to fit any turtle or tortoise want or need.
Lizards: For pets like bearded dragons, there's a selection of tasty options, including cans of mealies, grasshoppers and caterpillars and complete pellet diets.
Fish: Your tropical fish enjoys a treat every now and then, and Zoo Med offers a tasty variety to choose from.
Frogs: Including high-protein, sinking pellets that mimic what frogs would eat in the wild, this frog food is just what you need to keep your amphibian jumping.
Give Him an Extra Boost
Because any pet could benefit from a little extra care, Zoo Med makes supplements that will help fortify your exotic pet's health and environment. Feeding him a supplement, in addition to his healthful meal, can be the extra step that it takes to keep your frog, lizard, turtle or fish happy and healthy.
Rest, Relax and Thrive
Every exotic pet needs a place to call their own, and Zoo Med makes it easy to keep them comfortable and thriving.
Lighting
Mimic the true feel of a tropical or desert climate with lighting that gives reptiles the warmth of a natural habitat. The selection includes long-lasting bulbs that require minimal maintenance and infrared lights that won't disturb sleep patterns.
Bedding
With bedding made from renewable sources like coconut husks that allow animals to burrow and nest as they would in the wild, consider Zoo Med your source to create a home within your home.
About Zoo Med
Since 1977, Zoo Med has been manufacturing products for reptiles, amphibians, birds and aquatic pets. Led by experience and dedication, they provide truly innovative products, with an emphasis on efficiency and minimizing environmental impact. At Zoo Med, they are never satisfied with the status quo, which is why they constantly strive to bring the latest and greatest options right into the homes of the pet lovers that need them.
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Okay but not consistent
By Mario on Aug 7, 2021
These are good for the price but unfortunately in a 3 pack of bricks , the three bricks aren’t always consistent. What I mean by that is that sometimes one brick makes a lot of substrate/bedding for the tank and then you’ll randomly get a brick that makes noticeably less substrate than the others which is an issue because I end up with overly hydrated bedding that is more suited for a swamp environment than it is for my snake. I’m going to have to resort to weighing each brick individually before adding water, that way I don’t over hydrate
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Eco Earth ftw
By Britt on Jun 22, 2021
I love this product, I've been using it for at least 5 years and Chewy really helped me get my tanks all set up quickly and efficiently with this offering. I have two 50-gallon tanks with ball pythons, and ordering 3 of these (9 bricks total) was perfect. They keep moisture/humidity for a long time, and my ball pythons like to kind of wiggle down in the substrate. I like mixing this with Reptichip when I can, so that it's not all chips and not all desiccated coconut fiber.
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Bought this in a pinch
By Cjbarring on Jul 29, 2021
We like eco earth loose in the bag. This version, in brick form is messy use due to having soak to it in water, the wring it out before using it. Chewy, please keep the bag in stock. We would be very grateful!
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the best alternative to wood trimmings, bark, etc.
By seriesilvia on Jul 18, 2021
Sooooo much softer and better for my snakes! I’m obsessed and loveee the texture versus worrying about wood chips poking my snakes all day or getting stuck in their sensors.I’m so glad I switch to this!!
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Bought for red eared slider nesting area
By Felix on Jul 4, 2021
The substrate is incredibly high quality. My turtle has not laid eggs yet, but this Zoo Med product does its job of creating a suitable environment for her to spend time in.
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Awesome Sauce!
By Gzzzz on Jul 10, 2021
This product was perfect for my red Ackie monitor and the value of the brick version is amazing. You get so much for your buck and the process is very minimal.
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Reptile Substrate
By lajspike on Jul 14, 2021
I love this for our Anole. 3 pieces. Once water is added and it expands. You have so much to work with. It lasts for months.
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Ball Python approved
By Cassondra on Apr 17, 2021 top500Contributor
I've been using these bricks for years for my ball python. He is picky about his substrate and this is what he loves. I do dry it out for a few days after expanding it so I don't boost his humidity too high when I put it in. It keeps the humidity perfect and holds heat well. It's also really easy to clean. So far Chewy's price can't be beaten.
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Great and fast
By Twocuriousbudgies on May 30, 2021
Package came super fast and was much larger than I expected for the price! One block makes 8 liters of this stuff and it comes with three. It will last you a good while! Highly reccomended
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Love it cant wait to use it again
By Beanna on Jul 3, 2021
My snake loves this bedding i will be trying half and half latter cant wait to clean pretty girls bedding and try something new.
