Zoo Med Eco Earth® Coconut Chips

Overview

Zoo Med Eco Earth® Coconut Chips™ are a 100% natural coconut coir substrate made from an eco-friendly, renewable resource. Highly absorbent—holding up to 8 times its dry weight in water—these chips help maintain a stable, humid environment ideal for reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates that thrive in tropical conditions.

The coarse texture of Coconut Chips increases aeration, prevents compaction, and promotes drainage, making them an excellent component for bioactive and naturalistic terrariums. Long-lasting and naturally mold-resistant, Eco Earth® Coconut Chips are easy to maintain and can even be composted or reused in gardens after use.

Key Features

• Natural & Renewable: Made from sustainable coconut coir.

• Highly Absorbent: Holds up to 8× its dry weight in water for lasting humidity.

• Ideal for Bioactive Setups: Coarse chips improve aeration, drainage, and soil structure.

• Supports Live Plants: Prevents compaction and promotes healthy root systems.

• Long-Lasting & Mold-Resistant: Reduces frequency of substrate changes.

• Multi-Species Use: Great for reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates.

• Eco-Friendly Disposal: Can be safely composted or reused in plants and gardens.

Product Information

Item Number: EE-11 | Size: 1 Brick – 500 g
Item Number: EE-21 | Size: 3 Bricks – 1,500 g
Item Number: EE-51 | Size: Jumbo Brick – 5 kg

Instructions

1. Soak the brick in a bucket of water for approximately 30 minutes.

2. Break apart any remaining chunks and squeeze out excess water.

3. Add expanded substrate to the terrarium as is, or mix with other substrates.

4. Spot clean daily and replace every 3–6 months as needed.

5. For drier environments, allow expanded substrate to dry completely and mist as needed to control humidity.