{"product_id":"exo-terra-barrel-cactus","title":"Exo Terra Barrel Cactus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesert texture with none of the upkeep.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Exo Terra Barrel Cactus is a hand-detailed artificial cactus replica that brings authentic arid character to desert terrariums, with no real spines, watering or lighting requirements to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-toxic, realistic materials\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed to be safe for reptiles and amphibians to climb over and rest against.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo real spines\u003c\/strong\u003e — the detailed ribbing and colour of a barrel cactus without any risk of injury.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinses clean\u003c\/strong\u003e — wash under water when soiled; can be disinfected between uses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsable in quarantine setups\u003c\/strong\u003e — a hardscape option for enclosures where live plants aren't practical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks with live or artificial planting\u003c\/strong\u003e — stands alone or fills gaps in a mixed desert scape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSmall\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 cm, SKU RP165\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedium\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 cm, SKU RP166 (Exo Terra PT2985)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic artificial plant material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesert ground plant \/ bottom plant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Small (7 cm) suits nano and small desert enclosures or as an accent among other hardscape. The Medium (13 cm) reads as a more substantial feature piece and gives small reptiles a taller surface to climb or shelter beside.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuited to bearded dragons, leopard geckos, uromastyx and other arid or desert-terrarium species, and to any keeper who wants a low-maintenance accent piece. Not a substitute for live planting if your species specifically benefits from foraging on real vegetation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse with water when soiled and allow to dry before returning it to the enclosure. It can be disinfected for hygiene between animals or after a health issue in the enclosure — check your disinfectant is fully rinsed off and the piece is dry before reuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by your rights under Australian Consumer Law as a manufactured decor item. Small and light enough to ship standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesert substrate and sand-mix products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther Exo Terra desert ground plants for a fuller scape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasking rocks or branches to complete a desert layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs the Barrel Cactus safe for my reptile to climb on or rub against?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It's moulded without real spines specifically so animals can contact it safely, unlike a genuine barrel cactus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this in a bioactive enclosure with live plants?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it's designed to work alongside live planting as well as on its own, and won't compete with live plants for light or water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I clean it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse under water when soiled; it can be disinfected between uses if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat's the difference between the Small and Medium sizes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeight only — Small stands 7 cm and Medium 13 cm. Both share the same hand-detailed finish and non-toxic material.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ExoTerra","offers":[{"title":"Small 7cm","offer_id":54774123987235,"sku":"RP165","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium 13cm","offer_id":55335183188259,"sku":"RP166","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/exo-terra-barrel-cactus-43884100124963.webp?v=1790239005","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/exo-terra-barrel-cactus","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}