Zoo Med Premium ReptiBark Natural Fir Bedding Substrate For Reptiles
Regular price $8.99Premium ReptiBark Fir Bedding for Humidity-Loving Reptiles
Product Description
Zoo Med Premium ReptiBark is a natural reptile bedding made from 100% pure fir bark. It absorbs moisture and then releases it into the terrarium, making it ideal for green iguanas and other humidity-loving reptiles. Smaller chips help retain moisture and prevent live food from hiding, while the bark adds a tropical rainforest look and is washable and reusable. It is made in the USA.
Benefits
- 100% Pure Fir Bark: Made from 100% pure fir bark for natural bedding in your reptile's terrarium, per the packaging.
- Absorbs and Releases Moisture: Absorbs moisture and releases it into the terrarium over time, according to Zoo Med.
- For Humidity-Loving Reptiles: An excellent substrate for green iguanas and all other humidity-loving reptiles, per the packaging, in your care.
- Keeps Live Food in View: Smaller chips help prevent crickets and other live food from hiding in the substrate at mealtime.
- Triple Cleaning Process: According to the packaging, the process removes large sticks, dust, and dirt from the bark.
- Not Heat Treated: Not heat-treated, allowing the bark to absorb and retain moisture more rapidly, per the packaging.
- Washable and Reusable: Zoo Med notes ReptiBark is washable and reusable, and it brings a tropical rainforest look.
Variants
- 4 Quart
- 8 Quart
- 24 Quart
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| 4 Quart (RB-4) | 4 dry quarts (4.4 liters) |
| 8 Quart (RB-8) | 8 quarts |
| 24 Quart (RB-24) | 24 quarts |
| Material | 100% pure fir bark (Douglas fir, per product details) |
| Processing | Triple cleaned; not heat-treated |
| Made in | USA |
How to Use
Recommended Usage Chart
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Ideal for | Green iguanas and other humidity-loving reptiles |
| Moisture | Takes in moisture and gradually releases it into the terrarium. |
| Refresh | Soak it in hot water every 2–3 months. |
| Monitoring | Use a humidity gauge in the terrarium |
Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed and consult your vet for any questions you have about your pet's health.
Usage Instructions
- Choose a Size: Pick the 4-, 8-, or 24-quart bag based on your terrarium's floor area and desired depth.
- Spread the Bark: Spread ReptiBark evenly across the terrarium floor to create a natural bedding layer for your reptile.
- Support Humidity: Let the bark absorb moisture and release it into the terrarium, and check levels with a humidity gauge.
- Feed Messy Eaters Carefully: Feed messy eaters outside the cage, in a special feeding area, or from deeper dishes.
- Wash and Reuse: Soak the bark in hot water every 2 to 3 months to keep it fresh and clean.
Additional Information
Precautions
- Keep the Cage Clean: Always keep the cage clean and provide proper ventilation for your reptile at all times.
- Avoid Stagnant Water: Product details warn that nonmoving, stagnant water can harbor bacteria, so keep the bedding fresh.
- Wood Dust Warning: Drilling, sawing, sanding, or machining wood can expose you to wood dust, known to the State of California to cause cancer.
- Avoid Inhaling Dust: Avoid inhaling wood dust, or use a dust mask or other personal protective measures.
Storage Information
- Seal the Bag: Close the bag tightly after use to keep unused bark clean and dry until needed.
- Cool, Dry Place: Store unopened and opened bags in a cool, dry place away from moisture and pests.
Shipping & Return
We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details.
For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is ReptiBark made from?
Ans: Zoo Med's ReptiBark is made from fir bark, and the packaging states it is 100% pure fir bark. Product details identify the bark as Douglas fir. It is made in the USA, as shown on Zoo Med's product page.
Q2: Which reptiles is ReptiBark best for?
Ans: Zoo Med recommends it for humidity-loving reptiles because it absorbs moisture and then releases it into the terrarium. The packaging highlights green iguanas and all other humidity-loving reptiles as a great fit for this natural fir bedding in their habitats.
Q3: How does ReptiBark help with humidity?
Ans: ReptiBark absorbs moisture and releases it into the terrarium, and its smaller chips provide better moisture retention. The packaging adds that it is not heat-treated which allows the bark to absorb and retain moisture more rapidly. Use a humidity gauge to monitor levels.
Q4: Can ReptiBark be reused?
Ans: Yes. Zoo Med says ReptiBark is washable and reusable. The product instructions recommend a hot water soak every 2–3 months to keep the bark clean and fresh before returning it to your reptile's terrarium. Keep the cage clean between soaks as well.
Q5: Will crickets hide in the bark?
Ans: ReptiBark's smaller chips help prevent crickets and other live food from hiding in the substrate, according to Zoo Med and the packaging. For messy eaters, product details suggest feeding outside the cage, in a feeding area, or from deeper dishes.
Q6: What sizes are available?
Ans: HardyPaw carries ReptiBark in 4-quart, 8-quart, and 24-quart bags. The packaging for the 4-quart bag lists 4 dry quarts, or 4.4 liters. Choose based on your terrarium's size and the bedding depth you want.
