{"product_id":"microarid-arid-bioactive-substrate","title":"MicroArid | Bioactive Arid Substrate for Bearded Dragons, Leopard Geckos \u0026 Arid Reptiles","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBuild a Living Foundation for Your Reptile Enclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a bioactive enclosure for \u003cstrong\u003ebearded dragons, leopard geckos and other arid or semi-arid reptiles\u003c\/strong\u003e with MicroArid's \u003cstrong\u003epremixed, nutrient-rich living soil substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts proprietary living soil blend supports \u003cstrong\u003esuitable arid plants and clean-up crews\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with the biological activity that helps your bioactive habitat develop over time. MicroArid can also be used in appropriately managed habitats for Uromastyx and Sand Boas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo filler ingredients and no coco coir. Ever.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping on every size. Isopods and springtails sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose MicroArid?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA living soil foundation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to support natural decomposition and nutrient cycling as your bioactive system establishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport for arid planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e A nutrient-rich foundation for suitable plants within your reptile habitat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA home for your clean-up crew:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports isopods and springtails when their moisture, shelter and feeding needs are met.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add it directly from the bag or moisten it before setting up your enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned to mature with your habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appropriate care supports the developing relationships between soil organisms, plants and your clean-up crew over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use MicroArid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour MicroArid into your enclosure \u003cstrong\u003eas supplied\u003c\/strong\u003e, or moisten it before adding your reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral starting minimum:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend at least \u003cstrong\u003e3 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e of substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith isopods and a non-burrowing reptile:\u003c\/strong\u003e We strongly recommend \u003cstrong\u003e5–6 inches or more\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor burrowing reptiles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a substrate depth appropriate to the species, size and digging needs of your animal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain access to \u003cstrong\u003esheltered, moist refuges for isopods and springtails\u003c\/strong\u003e while managing the wider habitat for your reptile's requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue monitoring moisture, removing uneaten food and spot-cleaning as needed as your bioactive system develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuild Your Bioactive Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose an isopod suited to your enclosure, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberduckyisopods.com\/products\/giant-canyon-bearded-dragon-feeder-isopods-porcellio-dilatatus-10-count\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiant Canyon isopods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberduckyisopods.com\/products\/powder-orange-isopods-porcellionides-pruinosus-10-count\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowder Orange\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberduckyisopods.com\/products\/powder-blue-isopods\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowder Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and pair your chosen culture with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberduckyisopods.com\/products\/white-springtails-folsomia-candida-or-collembola-sp\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003espringtails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberduckyisopods.com\/products\/cholla-wood-natural-hide\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCholla Wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rubberduckyisopods.com\/products\/magnolia-tree-seed-pods-tennessee-mountains-elevation-5-512\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnolia Seed Pods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for natural cover, texture and hiding spaces for smaller members of your clean-up crew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIsopods, springtails and décor are sold separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Living bioactive substrate for bearded dragons, leopard geckos and other arid or semi-arid reptiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable volumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 quarts, 6 quarts and 18 quarts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e MicroArid substrate in the selected volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready to use as supplied; 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