{"product_id":"eco-tech-jungle-coco-husk-500-gm-7-litre-pack","title":"Eco Tech Jungle Coco Husk - 500 gm (7 Litre Pack)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA humidity-holding floor for burrowing reptiles and amphibians.\u003c\/strong\u003e Eco Tech Jungle Coco Husk is a compressed coconut-fibre brick that expands to roughly 7 litres of loose substrate once soaked. It holds moisture well, so it helps keep enclosure humidity stable between mistings, and its natural texture gives burrowing and semi-fossorial species something to dig into.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpands to about 7 litres\u003c\/strong\u003e — one 500 gm brick rehydrates into enough loose substrate for a small to medium enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHolds humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — coconut fibre absorbs and releases moisture gradually, buffering humidity swings between mistings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural, chemical-free material\u003c\/strong\u003e — coconut coir, with no added salts, dyes or fertilisers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigging-friendly texture\u003c\/strong\u003e — loose and workable once expanded, suited to burrowing species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact for storage\u003c\/strong\u003e — ships as a dry brick; expand only what you need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBA4613\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarcode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9327975022532\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 gm compressed brick\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExpanded yield\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 7 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% coconut fibre (coir)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for burrowing and humidity-loving reptiles and amphibians — geckos, skinks, frogs and similar species kept in naturalistic setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot suitable as the sole substrate for arid species that need a dry, low-humidity floor — a coconut-fibre substrate holds more moisture than they need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak the brick in water until it breaks apart and expands fully, then drain off any excess water before adding it to the enclosure. Fluff and re-moisten as needed to keep humidity in range, and spot-clean waste regularly. Replace the substrate fully every few months, or sooner if it develops mould or a persistent odour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA hygrometer, to check the enclosure is actually holding the humidity this substrate is chosen for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf litter or moss, layered on top for a more naturalistic finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA misting bottle or automatic mister, to keep the substrate from drying out between top-ups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact us if your pack arrives damaged or short-filled and we'll sort it out. This is a lightweight, non-hazardous item that ships standard — no special freight handling applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much substrate does one brick make?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 7 litres once fully expanded, enough for a shallow layer across a small to medium enclosure floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it need rinsing before use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo rinsing is required — just soak until it breaks apart, then drain off the excess water before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use it for a dry, arid-species setup?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's built to hold humidity, so it suits tropical and humid-terrarium species better than desert species that need a dry substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often should I change it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpot-clean waste as you see it and do a full change every few months, or immediately if it starts to smell or grow mould.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eco Tech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242290561315,"sku":"BA4613","price":5.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/eco-tech-jungle-coco-husk-500-gm-7-litre-pack-3002243-1600.jpg?v=1781835953","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/eco-tech-jungle-coco-husk-500-gm-7-litre-pack","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}