Create a one of a kind ecosystems with the Dude's handcrafted bioactive substrates for reptiles. When utilized properly, this substrate becomes a self-cleaning, self-maintaining ecosystem which provides the best husbandry and enrichment for your reptiles and amphibians.
The Bio Dude's reputation was partially formed around our top-quality bioactive vivarium substrates & high quality education and science backed initiatives for proper husbandry. The Dude's bioactive substrates will last the life of the animal if maintained accurately, foster symbiotic relationships, grow plants, moss and support populations of beneficial microfauna such as springtails and isopods. From the Terra Flora to the Terra Aranea, our substrates are handcrafted, mixed and are high quality. Our substrate is used by ZOOs, Veterinarians, museums, breeders, and enthusiasts all over the USA and Canada. We are proud that our substrates have changed the husbandry standards of many keepers and reinforced proper animal welfare across the USA. Not sure what substrate is best for your pet? Reach out to us at customercare@thebiodude.com
Bioactive Substrates for Reptiles
Terra Fauna 36 qt bag
Terra Fauna 36 qt bag
$59.95
The BioDudes handcrafted bioactive substrate for rainforest-dwelling reptiles such as Day Geckos, Crested Geckos, and other neo-tropical herps. This substrate is specifically designed for biomes that can get quite warm, but have humidity spikes throughout the day. Designed to retain water and drain efficiently into the HydroGrow, Terra Fauna pro...
Terra Firma 36 qt bag
Terra Firma 36 qt bag
$59.95
The BioDudes handcrafted bioactive substrate for terrestrial reptiles such as Monitors, Snakes, tortoises, and other burrowing species. This substrate is specifically designed for biomes that can get quite hot, but have minor humidity spikes throughout the day. Not only does the Terra Firma not need a drainage layer, its design allows for proper...
Terra Sahara 36 qt bag
Terra Sahara 36 qt bag
$59.95
The BioDudes handcrafted bioactive substrate for reptiles such as bearded dragons, uromastyx, leopard geckos, and other desert dwelling reptiles.This substrate is specifically designed for biomes that can get very dry and arid, but occasionally have minor humidity spikes. Terra Sahara, a one of a kind substrate is designed to hold the perfect am...
BioShot
BioShot
$5.95
BioShot is the BioDude's unique microbial supplement and organic fertilizer for bioactive vivariums, and works well with all BioDude soil products. Formulated with mycorrhizal fungi and natural insect-based fertilizer to promote the efficient conversion of organic waste too nutrients easily absorbed by plant roots. The Bio Shot also contains th...
BioVive Soil Revitalizer 50 grams
$9.95
The Dude's all new proprietary and handcrafted miracle soil revitalizer, BioVive. Throughout the life of your bioactive terrarium some specific elements and minerals are eventually depleted and not put back into the eco-system, or naturally these elements are lost via decomposition processes from your clean up crews, beneficial fungi and bacte...
The Bio Dude Soil Cal Plus CaCO3
$8.95
The Bio Dude's Soil Cal Plus (CaCO3) is an essential Bio Dude substrate supplement for bioactive enclosures and live plants. Throughout the life of your substrate essential minerals can be quickly depleted of calcium by a clean up crew, such as isopods or springtails. Substrate containing calcium is also important for commonly kept pet milliped...