Zoo Med Creatures Cholla Branch Glow In The Dark
Part no.
CT-51
Zoo Med Creatures Cholla Branch Glow In The Dark
A hollow, glowing branch that keeps hermit crab habitats interesting after dark. This listing is Zoo Med's Creatures Cholla Branch finished with its built-in glow-in-the-dark effect, marketed by Zoo Med for hermit crab and other invertebrate habitats. It is the same genuine, hollow cholla cactus wood used across the Creatures range: naturally lattice-patterned for climbing grip, with a hollow core hermit crabs and other small creatures can duck into as a hide.
Key features
- Glow-in-the-dark cholla wood – absorbs light through the day and stays visible after the enclosure lights go off, keeping nocturnal hermit crab activity easy to watch.
- Genuine natural cactus skeleton – real cholla wood, not a moulded plastic branch.
- Hollow, climbable structure – doubles as a hide and a secure climbing frame for hermit crabs and other inverts.
- Washable and reusable – rinses clean rather than needing regular replacement.
Specifications
| Brand | Zoo Med |
|---|---|
| Product | Creatures Cholla Branch – glow-in-the-dark |
| Manufacturer item number | CT-51 |
| SKU | BA8896 |
| Material | Natural cholla cactus wood |
| Finish | Glow-in-the-dark |
| Care | Washable and reusable |
As a natural product, each branch is a unique shape and size – the piece you receive will vary slightly from the product photo.
Suitable for, and not suitable for
- Suitable for hermit crab enclosures (crabitats), and more broadly for invertebrate terrariums and small reptile setups wanting climbing structure with a night-time glow.
- Also usable as aquascaping wood in shrimp and small fish aquariums, once rinsed and waterlogged.
- Not a food item – it supports climbing behaviour and shelter rather than being an edible chew.
Care and maintenance
Rinse before first use, then wash periodically to keep the glow surface and lattice clear of substrate and debris.
Goes well with
- A hermit crab feeding dish and jelly cup for a complete crabitat feeding station.
- Additional hides – a rock dish or cave – so crabs can choose between climbing and burrowing cover.
- A humidity and temperature gauge, since hermit crabs need consistently humid conditions to keep gill health up.
Warranty and delivery
Covered by Zoo Med's standard product warranty against manufacturing defects. Ships as a standard parcel item.
Common questions
Is this a different product to the plain Creatures Cholla Branch?
It's the same Zoo Med cholla branch (manufacturer item CT-51), which is inherently glow-in-the-dark – Zoo Med markets it under both a general Creatures Cholla Branch listing and a glow-specific listing aimed at hermit crab keepers.
How long does the glow last after lights out?
Zoo Med does not publish a specific glow duration; like most glow-in-the-dark finishes, it charges under normal terrarium lighting and fades gradually through the night rather than glowing at constant brightness.
Is it safe for hermit crabs to climb on when wet or humid?
Yes – cholla wood is a standard, widely used climbing material in humid crabitats and tolerates the moisture hermit crabs need.
Do I need to prepare it before adding it to the enclosure?
A rinse before first use is enough; no soaking or boiling is required for terrarium use.
