Zilla Reptile Terrarium Bedding Substrate Coconut Husk Brick For Tropical Habitats And Egg Incubation
Why you'll like it
- Natural Humidity Control — Highly absorbent organic coconut husk fibers effectively retain and maintain optimal moisture levels required for tropical terrariums
- Encourages Burrowing Bliss — Soft and loose texture promotes natural digging behaviors, providing a comfortable habitat that supports your reptile's wellness
- 100% Organic Substrate — Crafted entirely from fully biodegradable and sustainable coconut fiber, ensuring a clean and eco-friendly environment for your pets
- Maximum Enclosure Coverage — Compact compressed brick expands up to five times its packaged size when hot water is added to easily layer a 55-gallon terrarium
- Ideal For Incubation — Provides a gentle, non-abrasive, and moisture-stable nesting medium perfectly suited for reptile egg laying and fragile egg incubation
Product details
Description
Create the perfect tropical paradise for your exotic pets with the Zilla Reptile Terrarium Bedding Substrate Coconut Husk Brick. Specially crafted for reptiles, amphibians, and arachnids that thrive in high-humidity environments, this premium bedding is an essential addition to your pet care routine.
Made entirely from 100% organic coconut fiber, it offers a sustainable, non-abrasive, and completely biodegradable setup for your terrarium. When soaked in hot water, this highly compressed brick effortlessly expands up to five times its original size, providing ample loose material to thoroughly cover the bottom of a 55-gallon enclosure.
Its exceptional water retention capacity makes it a natural humidity hero, equalizing moisture levels without significant decay to perfectly mimic rainforest conditions. The soft, loose texture serves as a gentle landing cushion for active jumping species while encouraging natural digging and burrowing behaviors that enhance overall animal well-being.
Furthermore, it provides an ideal, stable medium for safe egg laying and fragile egg incubation, protecting your future hatchlings. Whether you are setting up a home for chameleons, rainforest geckos, frogs, or toads, this premium imported substrate delivers unparalleled habitat performance and safety.
How to use
- Place the compressed brick into a large bucket and add hot water to initiate expansion.
- Allow the material to fully expand, then mix thoroughly to break up any remaining clumps.
- Spread the loose substrate evenly across the bottom of the terrarium to maintain a bedding depth of approximately 1 to 2 inches.
- Store any unused, unexpanded bricks in a room temperature, dry place.
Ingredients
100% Organic Coconut Fiber.
As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.
Specifications
| Brand | Zilla |
|---|---|
| UPC | 096316700390 |
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
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FAQs
Is coconut fiber good for reptiles?
Yes, coconut fiber is an excellent substrate for reptiles, especially tropical species, because it holds moisture exceptionally well to maintain humidity, resists decay, and its soft texture supports natural burrowing behaviors without being abrasive.
Which popular material used in making bedding is obtained from the husk of coconuts?
Coir, or coconut fiber, is the highly popular material obtained from the husk of coconuts. It is widely used in premium pet care as a sustainable, organic, and highly absorbent bedding for reptiles and amphibians.
What is a coconut substrate for tortoises?
A coconut substrate for tortoises is a loose, soil-like bedding made from processed coconut husks. It allows tortoises to easily burrow, retains necessary moisture to prevent dehydration, and mimics their natural tropical or subtropical environments safely.
Is this Zilla Coconut Husk Brick authentic and available for immediate delivery in India?
Yes, this is a 100% authentic Zilla product imported directly from the USA. Dropy India sources all personal care and pet products directly from trusted US distributors, ensuring genuine quality and secure delivery straight to your doorstep.
What's your best substrate for tarantula keeping?
Coconut husk fiber is widely considered one of the best substrates for tarantula keeping. It allows obligate burrowers to dig stable tunnels, effectively maintains ambient humidity, and is naturally resistant to mold and mildew formation.
How long will delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.
Is cash on delivery available?
Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.
Are your products genuine?
Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.
What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?
Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Is delivery free?
Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.