
10/07/2025
Check out this gorgeous bioactive terrarium from , created for a juvenile chameleon gecko.
A few elements of the hardscape work together to make this an exemplary enclosure. A cork background is a great way to make practical usage of the wall’s surfaces. Not only does the barrier provide a further sense of security, but it’s a texture that arboreal geckos can climb! Spider wood is also a great choice for small geckos, because it has lots of curved offshoots that fill smaller enclosures perfectly. A bamboo stalk and piece of driftwood were also used to add additional climbing opportunities. Note the elevated feeding dishes on the side of this tank, which promotes the natural foraging behavior of this species eating fruit and insects in the forest canopy.
Now let’s talk about the flora choices. Some standout pieces include the snowflake creeping fig, which provides lots of coverage growing upwards along the branches. The same principle applies to the silver satin pothos, except these have broad and strong leaves that can support lizard bodies. Towards the ground, a soft carpet was created using pilea. To fill in more space, additional clipping of various ferns were used.
To enter October's competition, tag us, DM us, email us, or share large, wide-angle photos of your bioactive tank in our Facebook group, Bioactive Reptile and Amphibian Setups USA. Tell us who lives in it and any other details you’d like to share. You must be located in the U.S. so that you are able to use the giftcard prize. Your bioactive tank must showcase proper husbandry to be considered. Invertebrate, reptile, and amphibian enclosures are all welcome.
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