Create the perfect humid environment for your pet with Zoo Med New Zealand Sphagnum Moss. Sourced directly from New Zealand, this premium sphagnum moss is the gold standard for reptile and amphibian habitats. Known for its incredible moisture-retention properties and natural anti-bacterial qualities, it is the ideal choice for a variety of applications, from creating a humid hide to serving as a primary substrate in a tropical terrarium.

Product Details:

• Size: 0.3 lb (150 g)
  
  
• Ingredients: 100% Natural, Hand-Washed Sphagnum Moss.

• Suitable For: Tropical and semi-tropical reptiles and amphibians, including crested geckos, chameleons, frogs, toads, and various snake species. It is also an essential part of any bioactive terrarium.

Key Features of Zoo Med New Zealand Sphagnum Moss:

• Exceptional Moisture Retention: This moss can hold up to 20 times its weight in water, making it a superior choice for maintaining high humidity levels in your enclosure.
  

• Essential for Humid Hides: Use a portion of this moss, dampened with water, to create a perfect humid hide. This is crucial for crested geckos and other reptiles to assist with shedding and prevent stuck shed.

• Naturally Anti-Bacterial & Anti-Fungal: Sphagnum moss contains a natural compound called sphagnol that helps inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi, contributing to a cleaner, healthier habitat.

• Versatile Substrate: It can be used as a standalone substrate for certain species or mixed with other bedding types like coconut fiber or soil to create a custom blend for a bioactive terrarium.

• Long-Lasting & Sustainable: This moss is long-fibered and highly durable, making it reusable for up to a year when cleaned and rehydrated.

• Easy to Use: Simply rehydrate the compressed moss with warm water until it fluffs up. It's ready to use in your pet's enclosure right away.