{"product_id":"et-plantation-soil-substrate-8-8l-pt2770","title":"Exo Terra Plantation Soil Substrate 8.8L – Coconut Fibre Terrarium Substrate","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ET Plantation Soil Substrate is a compressed coconut husk fibre substrate sourced from tropical Asian plantations, designed for keepers who need a reliable, natural moisture-retaining base layer in their terrarium. It suits a wide range of species and setups, from high-humidity bioactive builds to dedicated incubation environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNatural Source, Ecological Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade entirely from coconut husk fibre — a byproduct of plantation agriculture in tropical Asia — this is a 100% natural substrate with no synthetic additives. It expands from its compressed form when hydrated, making it practical to store and straightforward to prepare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHumidity and Moisture Management\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hygroscopic properties of coconut fibre make this substrate particularly effective at drawing in and holding moisture, which helps maintain stable humidity levels over time. It is well suited to the needs of tropical amphibians, including frogs and salamanders, as well as any species that requires a consistently humid microclimate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for Burrowing and Digging Species\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe texture and depth achievable with this substrate support natural digging and burrowing behaviour, giving fossorial reptiles and amphibians the opportunity to behave as they would in the wild. It compacts well enough to hold burrow structure without becoming waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIncubation and Live Planting Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHygroscopic properties make it a functional incubation medium for reptile and amphibian eggs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as a nutritional planting soil, supporting live plants in bioactive terrarium setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8.8L volume is suitable for medium-sized vivarium builds or as a component in layered substrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA versatile, genuinely natural substrate that works across multiple applications — from everyday humidity management to bioactive and incubation setups — the ET Plantation Soil Substrate PT2770 gives keepers a dependable foundation to build on.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54148493640017,"sku":"SHP005","price":3.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/SHP005_1.jpg?v=1782599423","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/et-plantation-soil-substrate-8-8l-pt2770","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}