{"product_id":"pr-vermiculite-fine-5-litre","title":"ProRep Vermiculite Fine 5 Litre | Reptile Egg Incubation Medium","description":"\u003cp\u003ePR Vermiculite Fine is a natural incubation substrate for reptile eggs, and doubles as a loose substrate for tarantulas and other invertebrates. Made from exfoliated volcanic rock, it is 100% natural, inert, and will not decay or go mouldy — making it a reliable and stable medium throughout the incubation period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat It's Made From\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVermiculite is a naturally occurring mineral formed from volcanic rock that has been exfoliated through heating. It is chemically inert, which means it won't interact with eggs or introduce contaminants. Because it resists decay and mould growth, it maintains a stable environment for the duration of incubation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUsing It as an Incubation Medium\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace a generous layer of moistened vermiculite into your incubation container before positioning the eggs. A moisture ratio of 2 parts vermiculite to 1 part water by weight works for many reptile species, though requirements vary — always research the specific needs of the species you are working with before eggs are laid. Eggs should be set with the top third exposed above the surface, kept the same way up as found at the laying site, and positioned so they do not make contact with one another during incubation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Use: Invertebrate Substrate\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFine vermiculite is also suitable as a substrate for spiders and other terrestrial invertebrates, providing a loose, natural-feeling medium that holds humidity well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA Note on Incubation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncubating reptile eggs is a species-specific process with no single universal approach. Temperature, humidity, and substrate moisture all play a role, and getting these right requires preparation. Research your species thoroughly in advance and have a calibrated incubator ready before eggs are laid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePR Vermiculite Fine gives keepers a clean, consistent, and trustworthy starting point for incubation — one less variable to worry about when the eggs arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54148627398993,"sku":"SMV105","price":5.08,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/SMV105_1.jpg?v=1782599994","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/pr-vermiculite-fine-5-litre","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}