Exo Terra Pro Paludarium 30x30x60cm PT4402 Glass Terrarium

The ET Pro Paludarium 30x30x60cm is a purpose-built glass terrarium designed for keepers who want to create a genuinely multi-zone habitat — combining terrestrial, riparian, and fully aquatic environments in a single enclosure. Developed by European herpetologists, it suits a wide range of species including mourning geckos, Williams geckos, small fish such as guppies, shrimp, frogs, newts, and other semi-aquatic invertebrates. If you want to replicate a rainforest floor, riverbank, or swamp environment with real plants and live water, this enclosure is built for that purpose.

Three Distinct Living Zones

A paludarium functions across three defined zones, each serving different inhabitants and plant types. The terrestrial zone is a dry land area — never submerged — suited to plants, rocks, and terrestrial invertebrates, amphibians, or reptiles. The riparian zone sits at the land-water interface, replicating a riverbank environment for semi-aquatic species such as frogs and newts. The aquatic zone is fully submerged, accommodating fish, shrimp, and other fully aquatic species in a small pond or lake-style setup.

Extra-Deep Waterproof Base and Drainage System

The extra-deep base is fully waterproof and designed to hold standing water at the aquatic zone level without risk of leakage. A built-in bottom drainage system — comprising tubing, an elbow connector, and a tap valve — makes water changes and excess water removal straightforward. This makes ongoing maintenance far more manageable than a standard terrarium adapted for water use.

Ventilation and Condensation Control

The three-tier adjustable airflow system gives precise control over humidity and air circulation — critical for the respiratory health of both reptiles and amphibians in a high-moisture environment. The patented forced vertical airflow design actively works to prevent condensation building on the glass, keeping viewing panels clear. Ventilation grilles are concealed within the frame for a clean aesthetic, and an integrated dirt collector prevents substrate or sand escaping through the vent holes.

Access, Security, and Maintenance

• Front-opening door fitted with a spring-loaded push latch for smooth, one-handed access
• Integrated lock prevents accidental door openings and escapes
• Removable top with a patented in-frame locking mechanism for secure top-down access during maintenance
• Stainless steel screen top for optimal UVB penetration from overhead lighting
• Raised bottom frame provides a secure mounting platform for a heat mat underneath the enclosure

Cable, Tubing, and Misting Management

Multiple self-closing inlets at the rear of the top panel allow wires and tubing to enter the enclosure without compromising the seal. Internal gutters keep tubing routed neatly, and dedicated attachment points for misting nozzles mean the enclosure is ready for an automatic misting system — the system itself is sold separately. Every routing detail has been considered to keep the interior looking clean and natural.

For keepers serious about bioactive or naturalistic paludarium builds, the ET Pro Paludarium 30x30x60cm delivers the structural features and environmental control that complex, multi-zone habitats genuinely require.