When should the substrate of a terrarium be changed?

When should the substrate of a terrarium be changed? How do you know when to change the substrate? Are there any rules to follow? If you are here, I doubt you know the answer to these questions. Through this micro-guide, we will explain to you the frequency with which it is necessary to change the substrate of a terrarium, or paludarium.

Of course, the substrate is the basis of your vivarium, since it serves to create a mini ecosystem. As a result, the ecosystem works hard to provide a suitable environment for our animals.

When should the soil in the terrarium be changed?

Some stores will give you advice on the relatively frequent change frequency. We recommend changing part of the substrate every 6 months (at the same time as your UV lamps). You can also sift the area to remove litter once a month.

In fact, what soils the terrarium soil substrate is the droppings of your reptiles and other animals. We recommend that you clean as you go, and in order not to change the substrate too regularly, you can use a vacuum cleaner and a sieve to filter the sand from the waste.

What terrarium substrate do you use?

Do you know the terrasand substrate for terrarium? This substrate is used in most desert terrariums. It is a soil substrate for desert terrariums.

To offer terrarium animals a living space close to their natural environment, it is important that the terrarium is laid out in accordance with their biotope. To meet the requirements of the animals, the size of the terrarium is, among other things, a determining factor. For the layout, it is important to have the right substrate, the corresponding plants, adequate ventilation, heat and lighting.

TerraSand is suitable for the following animal species in a desert terrarium: pogona, leopard gecko, eryx, horned lizard, margouillat, desert iguana, sceloporus, spiny-tailed monitor lizard, whiptail, Cuban helmeted iguana, desert hairy scorpion.

Maintenance of a terrarium, some useful tips.

Do you own a pogona? You will have to pay attention to the water contained in its bowl. You have to try to renew it often. If possible, use bottled water to avoid limescale in tap water (in a water bottle or in a bottle, the water will have already precipitated). Also remember to remove the extremes with a spoon.

Changing the substrate from time to time allows:

• Promote good water drainage
• Provide microfauna and plants with appropriate nutrients
• Eliminates the accumulation of vitamins, minerals and waste products
• Reduces the possibility of harmful bacteria buildup