Substrates - Rock/Gravel
2.5lb (gallon) Bag - $4.99
HydroBalls Expanded Clay Terrarium Substrate can be used as a
base layer underneath Zoo Med s Eco Earth coconut fiber substrate or
other substrates to create an underground water table in
Naturalistic Terrariums. Add water to create a natural aquifer and
increase humidity levels for all tropical species. Excellent
substrate for live plant root growth in Naturalistic Terrariums.
Available in 2.5 lb bags.
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Organized by Type:
Sphagnum, Coconut Fiber, Bark, Cypress,
Hydroballs, Leaf Litter, Rock, Carpet, Aspen, & Sand
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Medium
Grade Organic Charcoal
Organic medium grade charcoal is a perfect medium for springtail
breeding or to be broken up into smaller bits to add into a vivarium
substrate mix. We prefer medium grade over fine grade when breeding
springtails because it's easy to get a bunch of springtails out by
removing a big chunk of charcoal with all the springs still on it!
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Zoo Med
Hydroballs Clay Substrate

2 bags = 10G vert
~ 3 bags = 15/20G
Vert ~
4 bags = 20H horizontal
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Hydroton Clay Balls
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Hydroton is an expanded clay medium manufactured
in Germany and is well suited for the drainage layer in vivariums.
It holds water extremely well and offers good capillary action.
Hydroton allows for proper drainage in living vivariums which is
necessary for the long-term success of all planted terrariums. Sold
in 1-gallon resealable bags.
2 bags = 10G vert
~ 3 bags = 15/20G
Vert ~
4 bags = 20H horizontal
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Zoo Med Mesh Screen Separator
Zoo Med Naturalistic Terrarium Mesh is a non-toxic mesh for use in
terrariums above the drainage (hydroton or hydroballs) layer to
allow proper water drainage which keeps substrates from mixing and
contaminating the water/filtration system. Excellent for use with
waterfall applications.
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Custom Cut Screen Separator

A simple & easy way to get a non-toxic, evenly cut,
screen separator that really fits! This is the same screen
material we've been using since we started building vivariums
commercially. Sizes are comfortably, evenly cut to an ideal size.
These are cut for All Glass, Aqueon, or Deep Blue brand terrariums.
If you have a different model with a slightly different size -
please specify in the special instructions box.
If you'd like a custom uncommon size - enter it in the
special instructions box. Be sure to choose the size closest
to the size you'd like if you want a custom cut. These are
shipped rolled - not folded. That way it's easier to lay out &
use immediately.
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Polished River Rock

Dark
Black
Asst.
Polished river rocks sold in 2lb bags. Plenty of uses!
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Pure Water Pebbles (Gravel Substrate)
5lbs

Premium gravel adds a beautiful touch to your tank. Whether
you're looking for a bright substrate or something for your natural
tank, pure water pebbles are exactly what your tank requires. 5lbs
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Pure Water Pebbles Timberlite (Larger
Rock Substrate)

Pure Water Pebbles Premium Fresh Water Substrates Natural
Gravel. Will not alter the chemistry of your aquarium.
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Zoo Med Terrarium Accents - Puka Shell

Zoo Med Puka Shell Substrate is a natural pearlescent shell
substrate with many possible uses.
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