Zoo Med Hydro Balls Expanded Clay Substrate 2.5 lb

Zoo Med Hydro Balls Expanded Clay Terrarium Substrate – 1.13 kg (2.5 lb)

Create the perfect foundation for a healthy, naturalistic terrarium with Zoo Med Hydro Balls Expanded Clay Terrarium Substrate. These lightweight, expanded clay balls provide an effective drainage layer beneath your terrarium substrate, helping prevent excess moisture from accumulating around plant roots while supporting proper humidity levels.

Ideal for tropical terrariums, vivariums, paludariums, and bioactive enclosures, Hydro Balls help create a balanced environment for live plants, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates.

Their porous structure allows excess water to drain away from the upper substrate while providing space for air circulation. When properly installed, Hydro Balls help reduce waterlogged soil conditions and support healthier root development.

Made from natural expanded clay, these reusable drainage balls are an excellent choice for both new terrarium setups and existing habitat upgrades.

Key Features:

• Effective Drainage Layer: Helps prevent excess water from accumulating in the upper substrate.
• Supports Healthy Plant Growth: Reduces waterlogged soil conditions that can contribute to root rot.
• Helps Maintain Humidity: Retains moisture beneath the substrate to support humid terrarium environments.
• Lightweight Expanded Clay: Porous clay balls provide drainage without adding excessive weight.
• Ideal for Bioactive Enclosures: Suitable for naturalistic terrariums with live plants and beneficial microorganisms.
• Promotes Air Circulation: Creates spaces beneath the substrate that encourage airflow and drainage.
• Versatile Applications: Excellent for tropical terrariums, vivariums, paludariums, and planted habitats.
• Reusable Material: Can be rinsed and reused when properly cleaned.
• Natural Appearance: Made from expanded clay without the need for artificial decorative materials.
• Convenient 2.5 lb Package: Ideal for creating drainage layers in a variety of terrarium setups.

Ideal For:

• Tropical Terrariums
• Bioactive Reptile Enclosures
• Amphibian Vivariums
• Paludariums
• Planted Terrariums
• Naturalistic Invertebrate Habitats

Directions for Use:

1. Rinse Hydro Balls thoroughly with clean water before use to remove loose dust.
2. Spread an even layer across the bottom of the terrarium.
3. Cover with a suitable drainage mesh or substrate barrier to prevent the upper substrate from mixing with the clay balls.
4. Add your preferred terrarium substrate over the barrier.
5. Install plants, decorations, and habitat accessories as desired.
6. Monitor water accumulation in the drainage layer and remove excess water when necessary.

Important: Hydro Balls are intended primarily as a drainage layer beneath terrarium substrate. They do not replace proper ventilation, moisture monitoring, or routine habitat maintenance.

Product Specifications:

• Brand: Zoo Med
• Product: Hydro Balls
• Substrate Type: Expanded Clay Drainage Substrate
• Material: Expanded Clay
• Net Weight: 1.13 kg (2.5 lb)
• Primary Use: Terrarium Drainage Layer
• Suitable Environments: Tropical, Humid & Bioactive Terrariums
• Reusable: Yes
• UPC / Barcode: 097612720105