[{"id":487727300913,"handle":"bioactive-1","updated_at":"2026-07-07T06:21:19-05:00","published_at":"2024-05-29T23:16:48-05:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"web","title":"Bioactive Basics","body_html":"\u003ch3\u003eGoing Bioactive? We have the supplies to help you.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGoing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6\" data-end=\"19\"\u003ebioactive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in your terrarium creates a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"77\"\u003eself-sustaining ecosystem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, reducing waste buildup and odor by allowing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"150\"\u003eisopods and springtails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to break down organic matter. It also \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"221\"\u003emimics a natural environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, promoting healthier humidity levels and enriching your pet’s habitat for a more natural lifestyle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2025-02-19T17:55:05-06:00","alt":null,"width":3344,"height":3344,"src":"\/\/tarantulacribs.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/PG925505_0d11f35f-1a64-4f98-af04-1bfbd955f652.jpg?v=1740009305"}},{"id":522046669105,"handle":"cork-products","updated_at":"2026-07-07T06:21:19-05:00","published_at":"2025-11-06T03:53:06-06:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Cork Products","body_html":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Cork for Enclosures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlats • Rounds • Branches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightweight • Naturally Mold‑Resistant • Long‑Lasting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect from Portugal — we import straight from the grove for consistent quality, beautiful texture, and fair pricing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Our Cork?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect‑Import Quality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sourced and imported \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edirectly from groves in Portugal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the world’s cork capital, for clean bark with rich character and minimal debris.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally Durable:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cork is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estrong yet lightweight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, easy to position, and gentle on claws and scales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMold‑Resistant by Nature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cork’s suberin content helps resist rot and mold when used correctly in humid or bioactive setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProven in the Hobby:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Trusted for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edecades in the pet industry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—ideal for tarantulas, jumpers, geckos, snakes, amphibians, isopods, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop the Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCork Flats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for backgrounds, hides, ledges, and naturalistic hardscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable by weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e½ lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — great for nano\/mini builds and sling\/juvenile setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — versatile for 4–8\" enclosures or mixed terraria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — build out multiple tanks or one feature wall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — bulk savings for racks, retail, or big scapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you’ll receive:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e an assorted mix of flat and gently curved pieces sized appropriately for the weight class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCork Rounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural tubes for hides, arboreal perches, and bioactive microhabitats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge Round — 8\" diameter (approx.) and 18\" length \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse vertically for arboreal species (tarantulas, jumpers, small geckos) or horizontally as a secure burrow\/hide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCork Branches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBranchy, character pieces for climbing, basking, and anchor points for plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e choose your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecut length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to fit your enclosure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulk:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e assorted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eup to 10 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for larger builds or multiple enclosures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Choose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e → backgrounds, shelves, cave roofs, ledges, and clean wall‑mounts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e → hides\/tunnels; stand vertical for arboreal species or horizontal for terrestrial burrows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBranches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e → climbing structure, basking perches, and anchor points for vines\/epiphytes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Prep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-spread=\"false\" start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRinse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e under running water to remove loose dust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBake (optional)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at low heat (200–225°F \/ 93–107°C) for 30–45 minutes to dry before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpot‑clean\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as needed; avoid harsh chemicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebioactive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: allow natural microfauna to establish; cork won’t degrade quickly and resists mold under proper ventilation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: Cork is a natural product—each piece varies in shape, thickness, color, and texture. Dimensions are approximate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInvertebrates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tarantulas (terrestrial \u0026amp; arboreal), jumpers, scorpions, isopods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReptiles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e geckos, small lizards, small snakes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmphibians \u0026amp; Bioactive:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tree frogs, dart frogs (as hardscape\/plant anchors)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs cork safe for my animal?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes—cork has been a staple in the hobby for decades. Rinse before use and choose sizes that can’t shift or trap your animal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill cork mold?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCork naturally resists mold thanks to suberin. In very humid tanks, ensure good ventilation and avoid water pooling against the bark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow do weight bundles work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight bundles (½ lb, 1 lb, 5 lb, 10 lb) include assorted pieces. Larger bundles include bigger and\/or more numerous pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I request specific shapes?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe can’t guarantee exact shapes, but feel free to leave notes at checkout—we’ll do our best within your weight\/size selection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you offer wholesale or bulk orders?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes—bulk and wholesale options are available. Contact us for volume pricing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSustainability \u0026amp; Sourcing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCork is harvested by hand from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecork oak (Quercus suber)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e bark, allowing the tree to continue growing and regenerating bark over its lifetime. 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Lightweight, durable, and naturally mold‑resistant. Perfect for tarantulas, geckos, small snakes, and bioactive enclosures. Bulk available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2025-11-06T04:13:14-06:00","alt":null,"width":1024,"height":1024,"src":"\/\/tarantulacribs.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/Photoroom_20251106_034650.png?v=1762423994"}},{"id":520251113777,"handle":"habitat-decor","updated_at":"2026-07-07T06:21:19-05:00","published_at":"2025-10-01T14:24:56-05:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Habitat Decor","body_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate a natural, enriching environment for your pets. This collection features hides, branches, plants, backgrounds, and other décor essentials to build realistic, functional habitats for reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. 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Create a naturalistic forest look in your terrarium! Ideal for use as a natural decorative background for your terrarium. Attach live plants to cork to create truly natural environment! Floats! Can be used as a Floating Raft for aquatic turtles, newts, aquatic frogs, mudskippers, etc. Safe for all reptiles, amphibians, and arachnids (i.e. tarantulas). Can be easily cut to any desired length or shape. Use two or more pieces for large terrarium backgrounds.
