{"product_id":"zoo-med-repti-bark-chips","title":"Zoo Med Repti Bark Chips","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural fir bark that holds the humidity tropical reptiles need.\u003c\/strong\u003e Zoo Med Repti Bark is 100% pure fir bark, put through a three-stage cleaning process to remove sticks, dust and dirt, then left untreated so it keeps its natural moisture-holding structure. It absorbs water and releases it slowly, helping hold humidity for tropical and humidity-loving reptiles and amphibians, and comes in four pack sizes to suit anything from a spot top-up to a full substrate change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% natural fir bark\u003c\/strong\u003e — no dyes, no additives, not heat-treated, so it keeps its natural moisture-holding capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-stage cleaned\u003c\/strong\u003e — sticks, dust and loose dirt removed before packing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHolds and releases humidity slowly\u003c\/strong\u003e — mist the bark itself, not just the air, for the longest-lasting effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashable and reusable\u003c\/strong\u003e — rinse and dry between uses rather than replacing every clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour pack sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1, 4, 8 and 24 quart, so you can match the pack to your enclosure rather than over-buying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApprox. volume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Quart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZM260\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.1 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Quart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZM261\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 Quart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZM262\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.1 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 Quart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZM263\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27.3 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eZoo Med doesn't publish a coverage-depth figure for this substrate, so treat pack size as a volume guide rather than an exact depth calculator — go up a size if you're filling a larger footprint or want extra depth for burrowing species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuited to tropical and humidity-loving reptiles and amphibians — species that need higher ambient humidity and benefit from a substrate that holds moisture rather than drying out quickly. Not suitable as the sole substrate for species that are heavy diggers in dry, low-humidity setups, and not recommended for enclosures housing messy eaters that feed directly on the substrate, where any loose material carries some risk of being swallowed along with food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMist the bark directly rather than just misting the air — damp bark holds humidity for far longer than a quick air spray. Spot-clean waste regularly and rinse the bark under water when it starts to look dirty; it can be reused several times before it needs replacing outright.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA hygrometer, to check the humidity your setup is actually holding rather than guessing from how the bark looks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA moss or leaf-litter top layer, for setups that need an extra humidity buffer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA reptile-safe misting bottle or automatic mister for larger enclosures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by the manufacturer's standard warranty against defects, in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Ships as a standard parcel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes this substrate hold humidity on its own, or do I still need to mist?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou still need to mist. The bark holds and releases moisture slowly once it's damp, but it won't generate humidity by itself — mist the bark directly for the best result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I reuse it after cleaning?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Rinse it under water to remove waste and debris and let it dry or re-wet it before putting it back in the enclosure. Replace it outright once it starts breaking down or smelling musty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs it safe if my reptile swallows a small piece?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eZoo Med doesn't publish a specific ingestion warning for this product. As with any loose substrate, avoid feeding species directly on it if they're prone to swallowing substrate while hunting, to reduce the general impaction risk loose substrates carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat size should I buy?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatch the pack to your enclosure footprint and how deep a layer you want — see the specifications table. The 4 and 8 quart packs suit most single-enclosure setups; the 24 quart is more efficient for larger enclosures or if you're topping up several tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZooMed","offers":[{"title":"1 Quart","offer_id":54773927477539,"sku":"ZM260","price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Quart","offer_id":55335433732387,"sku":"ZM261","price":35.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Quart","offer_id":55335433765155,"sku":"ZM262","price":56.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24 Quart","offer_id":55335436189987,"sku":"ZM263","price":132.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/ZM260_7.png?v=1782882418","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/zoo-med-repti-bark-chips","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}