Exo Terra Mini Terrarium Fan

• 1 W low-voltage draw – runs continuously on a fraction of the power of a household fan, cheap enough to leave on around the clock.
• 9-blade fan on a ball-bearing motor – Exo Terra markets it as virtually silent-running, which matters for a fan meant to run 24/7 near a display animal.
• 4-pin mesh-screen mount – clips directly onto a standard Exo Terra mesh top with no drilling or extra bracket.
• Bidirectional airflow – orientation on the screen determines whether it pulls air out or pushes it in.
• Runs continuously or on a timer – pair with a plug-in timer to cycle airflow on a schedule rather than leaving it on constantly.

Exo Terra doesn't publish an airflow rating, an exact noise level in dB, or physical dimensions for this fan – only that it's designed to run virtually silently.

At 1 W run continuously, that's roughly 8.8 kWh a year – under $3 a year at a 30c/kWh tariff. Running it on a timer rather than continuously costs proportionally less.

Suited to any Exo Terra, or compatible, mesh-top terrarium where you want to prevent stagnant air or manage a fogger's output – common in humid, densely planted or bioactive setups. Not a substitute for correct ventilation sizing on a poorly-ventilated enclosure; it moves air within a vented setup rather than creating ventilation that isn't there.

Wipe the blades occasionally – dust and misting residue build up on a fan that runs continuously. Check the mounting pins are still seated firmly on the mesh if you notice unusual noise, which usually means the fan has come slightly loose rather than the motor failing.

Covered by the manufacturer's standard warranty against manufacturing defects, in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. A compact item that ships as a standard parcel.

An Exo Terra Mist Fogger or Monsoon misting system – the fan is what turns a fogger's output into an even humidity cycle instead of fog pooling in one corner – and a USB AC/DC adapter if you don't already have a spare.

Does this fan come with a power adapter?

No – it connects via USB-A cable and needs a separate AC/DC adapter, which isn't included.

Will it dry out my terrarium?

Run continuously in a very small or lightly planted enclosure it can lower humidity faster than expected – pair it with a timer or reduce runtime if you're seeing drier substrate than usual.

Can it pull air in as well as push it out?

Yes – airflow direction depends on which way round it's mounted on the mesh screen.

Is it loud enough to worry about near a nocturnal animal?

Exo Terra markets it as virtually silent-running, though an exact decibel figure isn't published. If noise near a light- or sound-sensitive species is a concern, position it away from hides and basking sites.