Top Vivarium Products We Recommend
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Enclosures
Glass Terrarium (Front Opening)
$60 - $200 Best OverallWhy we picked this: The full glass front doors allow for easy planting and maintenance while keeping humidity high. The raised bottom fits substrate heaters perfectly.
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Starter Misting System v5.0
$130 - $180 Premium ChoiceThe industry gold standard. Once you go automated, you never go back. It's quiet, reliable, and creates the perfect rain simulation for dart frogs.
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Budget Reptile Misting System
$40 - $70 Beginner PickA great entry point for automation. It handles the basics well enough for smaller setups without breaking the bank.
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Terra Firma Bioactive Substrate
$30 - $100 Best MixWhy we picked this: It comes ready-to-use with the perfect drainage layer and organic matter mixed in. It takes the guesswork out of starting a bioactive tank.
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ABG Mix (Atlanta Botanical Garden)
$15 - $50 Pro ChoiceThe legendary recipe used by the Atlanta Botanical Garden. It holds moisture beautifully but drains well to prevent root rot in sensitive plants.
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Dwarf White Isopods + Springtails
$25 - $35 Essential DuoWhy we picked this: Dwarf whites are prolific breeders that won't bother your animals. Combined with springtails, they keep mold and waste in check naturally.
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Glow & Grow LED
$25 - $55 Plant GrowthSpecifically designed with red and blue diodes to encourage photosynthesis. It brings out the amazing colors in your plants and frogs.
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