Zoo Med Premium Repti Bark Natural Fir Reptile Bedding, 4-qt bag

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Details

  • 100% pure fir bark that's washable and re-useable, simply soak in hot water ever 2-3 months for fresh and clean bark
  • Smaller pieces help to prevent crickets from hiding in the substrate
  • The ideal substrate for Green Iguanas and any other humidity love reptiles as bark slowly releases moisture into the environment
  • Not heat treated so it gives the bark better moisture retention
  • Repti Bark helps to replicate your pet's natural tropical habitat and aids in shedding and respiratory functions, and is conducive to natural burrowing and digging

Instructions

Learn More About Zoo Med From Our Team of Experts

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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Questions & Answers

24 Customer Questions


For how long do we boil it to reuse it?

Answer by ChewyAug 19, 2020
To clean, remove this substrate and soak in a bucket of hot water with an added 5% solution of Zoo Med's Wipe Out 2. After 15 minutes, pour the water out and fill the bucket again with water only. Swish bark in bucket with your hand to rinse and dump the water out. Allow the bark to partially dry out (about 85% dry) leaving only a small amount of moisture and return to the terrarium.

How is it “ reusable”?

Answer by ChewyApr 23, 2018
This bedding can be reused after washing it. Simply soak in hot water ever 2-3 months for fresh and clean bark

Is the quality and size of pieces suitable for use in a soil-less potting mix for houseplants?

Answer by ChewyJul 20, 2021
Usage may vary depending on the plant(s). It can be used with planted enclosures but the manufacturer recommends using the Eco earth or Reptisoil under it where they are putting the plants. Please click on the attached photo for a visual reference of the bedding size.

Is repti bark treated for pesticides, bugs, and stuff of that nature?

Answer by ChewySep 23, 2021
The Repti Bark is not heat treated and it has not been treated for pests. Zoo Med does not use chemicals on any of their substrates.

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
339 Ratings

129 Customer Reviews



Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Laurie on Oct 18, 2025

I use this as part of the soil mixture I make for all my plants

I take a whole bag of this, a whole bag of Perlight, a bag of the crushed/small pieces of charcoal, some Leca, alot of worm Castings, add some Bio-Stratham and boom

I take a whole bag of this, a whole bag of Perlight, a bag of the crushed/small pieces of charcoal, some Leca, alot of worm Castings, add some Bio-Stratham and boom. Chunky soil mix for my plants.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Alanna on Oct 14, 2025

Unintended purposes

Does it work for reptiles? No idea, I don't have one. Is it fabulous, affordable media for orchids? Absolutely, my phals adore it.

Does it work for reptiles? No idea, I don't have one. Is it fabulous, affordable media for orchids? Absolutely, my phals adore it.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Michael on Jan 9, 2026

Quality Bedding

I use this for all my land dwelling reptiles.

I use this for all my land dwelling reptiles.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Alyssa on Jun 9, 2025

Great quality and consistency

Overall I think this is a great option for reptile type animal bedding. We have a Sulcata Tortoise and I purchased this to mix with a coconut fiber substrate for

Overall I think this is a great option for reptile type animal bedding. We have a Sulcata Tortoise and I purchased this to mix with a coconut fiber substrate for her. The only thing I was slightly disappointed with was that it came with a small piece of thin plastic in it. I’m glad I caught it right away, and for that reason I do recommend checking your bedding thoroughly as you should any new product of course. Otherwise there are no issues and I would purchase it again.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By QuestionAnswerer on Dec 10, 2025

Quality

Perfect substrate for scaleless cone snapes

Perfect substrate for scaleless cone snapes


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By John on Sep 8, 2025

Good for snakes

This with a mixture of another substrate like coconut fiber help keep the humidity levels where they need to be

This with a mixture of another substrate like coconut fiber help keep the humidity levels where they need to be


Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Crystalann on Jun 8, 2025

Good Stuff

I use this mixed with a couple other subs for my ball pythons and my baby Savannah monitor. I like that it looks natural, doesn't smell bad, is easy to scoop out

I use this mixed with a couple other subs for my ball pythons and my baby Savannah monitor. I like that it looks natural, doesn't smell bad, is easy to scoop out after they go to the bathroom, and that it comes in such large bags (a rare find for those ofnus that own a bunch of reptiles!)


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Julia on Dec 21, 2025

Ball python

Fresh smell and size of the bark

Fresh smell and size of the bark


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Suzanne on Oct 28, 2025

Perfect substrate for a box turtle

Ziggy doesn’t track it into his water dish

Ziggy doesn’t track it into his water dish


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Peyton on Aug 18, 2025

Ants

There was an ant colony inside the bad when I opened it to put into the enclosure

There was an ant colony inside the bad when I opened it to put into the enclosure