{"product_id":"bulk-corn-cob-500kg-pallet-sack","title":"Bulk Corn Cob Substrate 500kg Pallet Sack | Reptile Vivarium Bedding","description":"\u003cp\u003eCorn cob substrate is a dry, loose-particle bedding widely used across the reptile hobby for desert and savannah species. This 500kg pallet sack is aimed at breeders, reptile collections, rescue facilities, or retailers who need a consistent, high-volume supply without the inconvenience of repeated small orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Corn Cob Substrate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCorn cob is produced from the ground and dried core of maize cobs, resulting in a lightweight, granular substrate with good moisture-absorbing properties. It is a popular choice for arid and semi-arid vivarium setups, offering a natural-looking floor covering that holds its structure well under heat mats and overhead heating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable Species and Setups\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly used for leopard geckos, bearded dragons, blue-tongued skinks, and other dry-habitat lizards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuited to terrestrial and burrowing species in arid or semi-arid terrarium setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso frequently used in invertebrate keeping, including scorpions and large ground-dwelling spiders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot recommended for high-humidity enclosures or species with a risk of accidental ingestion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBulk Format — Who It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 500kg pallet sack is a trade and collection-scale format. It is well suited to reptile breeders running multiple vivariums, zoological collections, reptile rescues, and specialist pet retailers who go through substrate in significant volume. Buying in this format reduces packaging waste and ensures a consistent substrate batch across all enclosures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePractical Keeper Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a cool, dry location away from moisture to maintain substrate quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpot-clean regularly and replace fully at appropriate intervals to maintain hygiene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth can be adjusted to suit species requirements — deeper layers support natural digging behaviour in suitable species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor any keeper or facility operating at scale, a pallet supply of corn cob substrate removes the hassle of frequent restocking and keeps vivarium maintenance straightforward and consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54148597154129,"sku":"SMC050","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/bulk-corn-cob-500kg-pallet-sack","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}