{"id":8864007127280,"title":"Tropical Bioblend 8qt","handle":"tropical-bioblend","description":"\u003cp\u003eZoo Med’s NEW Tropical Bioblend is the perfect substrate for your Tropical Bioactive Terrarium. 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Sphagnum moss will also resist decay making this substrate long lasting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWHAT IS BIOACTIVE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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 the maintenance of your habitat while enhancing its look. The right substrate mix is critical to a successful bioactive habitat as it will be where your “Clean-Up Crew” will do their part to convert waste and where plants will root to take up the excess nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick on “Create Your Own Bioactive Habitat” below to learn more about setting up your own bioactive habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","published_at":"2024-06-07T12:50:09-04:00","created_at":"2024-06-07T12:50:09-04:00","vendor":"Zoo Med","type":"Animals \u0026 Pet Supplies","tags":["bioactive","bioblend","substrate","tropical","tropical substrate","zoo med"],"price":1399,"price_min":1399,"price_max":1399,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":46148293886192,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"TBB-8","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Tropical Bioblend 8qt","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":1399,"weight":454,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"097612 754087","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/reptilianarts.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/TBB-8_Bioblend_Rndr.jpg?v=1717779029"],"featured_image":"\/\/reptilianarts.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/TBB-8_Bioblend_Rndr.jpg?v=1717779029","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":35972340383984,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.667,"height":1800,"width":1201,"src":"\/\/reptilianarts.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/TBB-8_Bioblend_Rndr.jpg?v=1717779029"},"aspect_ratio":0.667,"height":1800,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/reptilianarts.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/TBB-8_Bioblend_Rndr.jpg?v=1717779029","width":1201}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003eZoo Med’s NEW Tropical Bioblend is the perfect substrate for your Tropical Bioactive Terrarium. Let’s break down what’s in it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e ReptiSoil™\u003c\/span\u003e base combines humus, peat moss, sand and carbon to provide a living space for your “Clean-Up-Crew” to thrive in while also providing nutrients to your plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso added to this substrate blend is\u003cspan\u003e ReptiBark®.\u003c\/span\u003e These small chips of Fir Tree bark provide drainage and aeration for the soil and prevents compaction making sure that your invertebrates can move about the substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLastly,\u003cspan\u003e Sphagnum Moss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/zoomed.com\/new-zealand-sphagnum-moss\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis added to retain moisture and boost the humidity of your tropical terrarium. Sphagnum moss will also resist decay making this substrate long lasting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWHAT IS BIOACTIVE?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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 the maintenance of your habitat while enhancing its look. The right substrate mix is critical to a successful bioactive habitat as it will be where your “Clean-Up Crew” will do their part to convert waste and where plants will root to take up the excess nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick on “Create Your Own Bioactive Habitat” below to learn more about setting up your own bioactive habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e"}