A closed terrarium will rarely require re-watering. Watering requirements for your open terrarium will depend on the plant species you have chosen. Generally, plants need less water in the winter. When it comes to container size, it’s largely going to depend on what type of snail you choose and how many you want to keep. The naming madness process doesn’t stop with terrariums and vivariums. A host of other containers/environments follow the same pattern.

Some commercially sold potting soil or compost mixes are often contaminated with chemicals, such as pesticides, that could prove harmful to your gastropod pets. They’re also pretty easy to keep, not needing any special conditions or a whole lot of space to be happy. That means the plants, environmental conditions, microfauna inhabitants, and even the container itself must all be carefully considered so that they can work in harmony together. #1: Plants

The Boston fern was fashionable during the Victorian fern craze. Perfect with other humid-loving and thirsty plants like the fittonia and maidenhair fern in closed terraria. Strawberry Begonia - Saxifraga stolonifera Be warned: You do not want to try to save money on these items – you want the best possible pumps and filters you can afford.

Though not to everyone’s taste (we’re all scared of something right?), tarantulas are a popular choice for small containers. While keepers with juicy bank accounts may not worry about saving money while constructing a vivarium, most real-world keepers will need to keep the costs under some type of budgetary threshold. Some of the best ways to do so include: 1. Avoid retail pet stores when shopping for items available through other outlets.With all the different types of terrariums on the market today, you are sure to find one that your snake will enjoy. However, there is not necessarily a one-size-fits-all option. Instead, each snake has its own individual personality and needs. For example, snakes do great in a glass terrarium, while others may be frightened by the seemingly open space. To remedy this issue, you can add extra hides and decorations to your tank to help your snake feel safer and more secure. You’ll want to do whatever you can to help your snake like their new home. Plastic tanks made out of PVC or ABS plastichave become popular in the hobby because of their durability and adaptability. They are lighter and less prone to breaking than glass tanks, and their sides can be drilled to fit cables and equipment. Remember, a zero-maintenance plant terrarium is one where we should never need to prune or remove plants that get too big.

I mean, you’ve nothing to prove here… but you will need enough space in your container for free gas exchange. Plexiglas – acrylic glass; transparent thermoplastic often used as a lightweight and shatter-resistant alternative to glass. Many keepers wonder how to select the best plants for the enclosure, as well as how to best care for the plants selected. Some also worry about the safety of some plant species.The issue with wooden tanks is that wood is porous – it absorbs water, making it prone to rotting and mold and difficult to disinfect. The way to combat this issue is to apply a non-toxic, waterproof coating, such as a pond shield, over the entire wooden surface. It will make it smooth and waterproof and also give it a nice, glossy finish.

Thoroughly mix equal parts coir, coarse sand (or perlite), and organic compost (sometimes called ‘humus’). If you can, add one-part leaf mold or sphagnum moss – your ferns will love this. When choosing a terrarium for your snake, there are several different types available. There is no particular terrarium type that is better than another, however, it all depends on what is best for you and your snake. The main types of snake terrariums are made of glass, mesh, wood, or plastic.

Bottle-spray the moss very often, particularly in the first few weeks of introducing them into your terrarium.