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The Bio Dude

The BioDude is the #1 spot for bioactive supplies for reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. The Dudes got you covered.

Check out our blog and YouTube channel for educational content about bioactive care. The BioDude is your #1 place for bioactive substrates, microfauna and vivaria supply. If you want to keep your animals in a more natural, self-sustaining environment, go BioActive.

01/21/2025

Mike Murphy created this build for his daughter's White's Tree Frog. He used a mixture of branches, background elements, and large-leafed plants to create perching areas for the critter. As you can see, the tank's occupant is taking full advantage of the Neanthe bella palm. Alocasia Polly is a favorite plant to use in bioactive frog tanks, because the large leaves can support dense bodies. Other similar plants for this purpose include: monsteras, diffenbachias, and varieties of philodendron. White's Tree Frogs enjoy climbing to higher areas in the tank, so adding the jungle vines across the middle area—creating a path to the ledge built into the background—was a good choice.
Got an amazing bioactive tank you'd love to show off? Tag us, send a DM, shoot us an email, or share it in our Facebook group, Bioactive Reptile and Amphibian Setups USA, for a chance to be featured in our next TANK TUESDAY post!

01/20/2025

Micro gecko captured on a macro lens📸
It's no surprise that micro geckos like the Viper Gecko are on the rise in the reptile keeping hobby. With higher costs of living comes less space, so critters that can thrive in relatively small 10-20 gallon habitats are appealing. To learn more about the care requirements of Viper Geckos, check out The Dude's bioactive care sheet: https://www.thebiodude.com/blogs/reptile-and-amphibian-caresheets-with-cited-veterinary-and-herpetology-sources/bioactive-viper-gecko-care-sheet?srsltid=AfmBOooSIaaeGtLslsr4x7PWxEkgErR7JEoaPCAB15WLu6XL_asfEWFI
Interested in an animal bred here at The Bio Dude like the baby in this picture? Check out our Morph Market page!
-THE DUDE ABIDES
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684

01/18/2025

To ensure that our customers get the best products and Clean Up Crew possible, we're taking into account the upcoming winter storm's effect on our shipping partners. We're postponing all Clean Up Crew shipping until Wednesday 1/29. Stay tuned for updates on our socials towards the end of the weekend and early next week regarding the Houston store. For tips on how to best manage your critters during a freeze where you lose power, be sure to watch The Dude's video on YouTube about preparing for Natural Disasters. Thanks for your understanding!
-THE DUDE ABIDES
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684

01/17/2025

Career core memory unlocked. Almost 6 years ago my wife and I closed on what is now known as The Bio Dude Houston storefront. We took on a big loan for an old, dilapidated, beat-up building with massive risk but a high reward if I could pull it off. Today, as of 12:01AM CST I have completely paid off the Bio Dude building and it now fully belongs to me!

I could not have done it without the support of my family, friends, associates, and customers. I really can’t wait to share the next-level journey of Bio Dude with all of you! I love you all!

-Josh

Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684
Email: [email protected]

01/16/2025

The lack of crickets is suspicious...
This Borneo Eared Frog is perching on a monstera stem, impatiently waiting for the next meal. These adorable frogs are a favorite of The Dude, because of their unique appearance and how well-suited they are for bioactive vivariums. We often find them napping on the leaves of a pothos plant or bromeliad, or perched on branches.
If you're interested in this relatively low-maintenance, docile species, we currently have 3 juveniles available in-store or on Morph Market.

-THE DUDE ABIDES👍🏻
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684
Email: [email protected]

01/15/2025

This Crested Gecko named Aang lives in a bioactive paradise!🌿
Shared by Kai, this enclosure offers everything a small arboreal gecko could dream of—plenty of climbing opportunities, dense foliage for hiding, and enrichment at every level.

The strategic plant placement beautifully mimics a rainforest’s layered structure. Bromeliads are an excellent choice for this setup; they’re easy to secure on backgrounds or hardscape and hold water in their axles, boosting humidity in the upper canopy. Plants like Alocasia efficiently fill the mid-level space with their large, sturdy leaves, while ferns and a Calathea create ground cover.

For arboreal geckos, providing opportunities for enrichment in the enclosure's upper levels is key. This setup includes feeding ledges, aerial hides (crafted with cork rounds embedded into the background), and branches that form natural pathways between hardscape elements, encouraging exploration and activity.

Do you have a stellar bioactive tank you want to share? Show off your bioactive enclosure by tagging us, sending a DM, emailing us, or posting in our Facebook group, Bioactive Reptile and Amphibian Setups USA, for a chance to be featured in our next TANK TUESDAY post.
-THE DUDE ABIDES
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684

01/14/2025

Hang in there!
Mr. Ackie here at The Bio Dude store is making use of every inch of his Kages enclosure. We always enjoy his antics.
-THE DUDE ABIDES👍🏻
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684
Email: [email protected]

01/13/2025

Springtails are fascinating arthropods, measuring just 1/16 to 1/8 of an inch long, with the ability to jump 100x their own body length using a structure called a furcula located on the underside of their abdomen. Their main source of food is decaying organic material in soil including mold, fungi, decaying plant matter, rotting wood, food particles, animal waste, dead insects, and shed exoskeletons. With such a diverse diet, it's no wonder that springtails can be found on every continent in the world, even Antarctica.
By adding springtails to your bioactive enclosure, you’re creating a self-sustaining habitat with symbiotic relationships between producers and decomposers.
-THE DUDE ABIDES
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684

01/11/2025

Hope everyone's staying snug as a Malaysian Cat Gecko in a Bird's Nest Fern this weekend❄️
We got some awesome Bird's Nest Ferns in stock with our most recent plant shipment, including crocodile, Victoria, and hurricane varieties. This fern is dense, sturdy enough for habitats with active animals, and suitable for use in humid to temperate enclosures.
Note: The Bio Dude cannot guarantee live delivery of plants if the temperatures, either at your location or at The Bio Dude's facility, are below 40 or above 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
-THE DUDE ABIDES
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684

01/09/2025

Doubled up on cuteness🦎
These baby ocellated skinks are soaking up the warmth from their basking lamp while showing off the gorgeous patterning on their shiny backs.
If you love smaller, active skinks, check out our Dude-bred selection on Morph Market (or visit us in-store)! https://www.morphmarket.com/us/c/reptiles/lizards/more-skinks/2385806
-THE DUDE ABIDES
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684

01/08/2025

Kayla Jeffords’ crested gecko tank is a fantastic example of efficient space use and smart plant choices for this species.
Crested geckos thrive in habitats with dense foliage and plenty of hiding spots, and Kayla delivered on this in several ways. She selected plants that flourish in upper tank areas or grow from crevices in the background. An air plant occupies the back upper right corner, and a button fern appears to grow from a crevice in the background. The bird’s nest fern in the center and schefflera plant on the left both provide efficient coverage. Cork tubes are also a favorite item for animals who enjoy hiding, and can be wedged between branches or even the walls of the tank for a secure structure. Kayla added a lotus nut pod for the clean up crew to enjoy, as well as a pretty pink tradescantia for a pop of color.
If you look closely, you’ll spot small decorative skulls. Fun, non-natural accents like these work well as long as they don’t disrupt your critter’s environment!
Do you have a stellar bioactive tank you want to share? Show off your bioactive enclosure by tagging us, sending a DM, emailing us, or posting in our Facebook group, Bioactive Reptile and Amphibian Setups USA, for a chance to be featured in our next TANK TUESDAY post.
-THE DUDE ABIDES
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684

01/07/2025

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NOTE: To indicate you have more than one of an animal within the survey, after you make a selection for your species, be sure to click “save” to be brought back to the add screen, only click next when you’re done.
-THE DUDE ABIDES
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684

01/06/2025

Baby geckos hatching🥚
Our Animal Wrangler knows exactly where to look for eggs in a terrarium. The Viper Geckos, for example, tend to lay in the axel of their tank's snake plant. The Central American Banded Geckos, on the other hand, tend to bury their eggs under the surface of the substrate, or under rocks.
Think these guys are cute? You can find more adorable Dude-bred critters on Morph Market!
-THE DUDE ABIDES
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684

01/04/2025

Let's talk about 5 benefits of incorporating rocks into your bioactive terrarium:

1) Thermoregulation & efficient use of a basking bulb:
Placing a rock 6-8 inches under a basking light can create the perfect basking spot for species like Bearded Dragons and Leopard Geckos. Rocks retain heat better than other surfaces, so using them under the basking bulb maximizes the amount of heat you can get from your bulb.

2) Microclimate Creation: Strategically placed rocks can establish microclimates within the enclosure, offering varied temperature zones and hiding spots that cater to the natural behaviors of different species.

3) Enrichment and Security: Rocks provide tight spaces and crevices that mimic natural habitats, allowing reptiles to feel secure and exhibit natural behaviors such as hiding and ambush hunting. For instance, Texas Flagstone can be stacked to create caves.

4) Mineral Leaching: Certain rocks release essential minerals like calcium and lime into the substrate when misted, replenishing nutrients vital for the health of cleanup crews like isopods and springtails, and supporting the overall ecosystem within the terrarium.

5) Nail Maintenance: Rough-textured rocks naturally file down the nails of reptiles, reducing sharpness and minimizing the need for manual trimming, which is beneficial for both the animals and their handlers.

When incorporating rocks, ensure they are securely placed to prevent shifting, especially with burrowing species, to avoid potential injuries. Additionally, monitor the surface temperature of basking rocks using a digital thermometer probe or temperature gun to prevent overheating.
-THE DUDE ABIDES
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from Lt. Dan! His New Year's Resolution is to ~tri~ to be less grumpy. (If you didn't know, he only has 3 legs!)
Also-we WILL be open tomorrow 1/2 from 9am-4pm🌿
-THE DUDE ABIDES
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684

12/30/2024

Mushroom platforms🤝arboreal geckos🍄
-THE DUDE ABIDES👍🏻
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684
Email: [email protected]

12/29/2024

All aboard the Borneo train! Upon lifting up a cork flat, our Animal Wrangler discovered these juvenile Borneo Eared Frogs stacked on top of one another. Maybe it was a meeting of the minds? You can find Dude-bred frogs such as these on our Morph Market or in-store.
-THE DUDE ABIDES
Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston
15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm
Phone: (717) 305-0684

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15116 Highway 3 B4
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77598

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Tuesday	9am - 4pm
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Thursday	9am - 4pm
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Dude-bred baby reptiles and amphibians born and raised here at the store🦎 Catch us this weekend at Reptilian Nation Expo -Houston to check out some of these critters in person! All of our animals are tested for common diseases and undergo a quarantine period to ensure their health. The Dude and Reptifiles have bioactive caresheets for many different species on our websites. Which of these species is your favorite? . -THE DUDE ABIDES Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston 15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm Phone: (717) 305-0684 . . . #captivebred #cb #carpetpython #mintdartfrog #tumudartfrog #vipergecko #ocellatedskink #skinks #borneofrog #frog #frogsofinstagram #babyanimals #cuteanimals #reptilestore #petstore #exoticpets #thebiodude #bioactive #houston

Our Black Friday deals are continuing through Cyber Monday! If you haven’t already grabbed that bioactive kit or Kages enclosure, you still have until 11:59pm CST tonight to place your order online or visit us in store for the following: 🟢30% off kits, plants, wood, and Bio Dude products USE CODE: BFCM2024 🟢15% off live animals in-store and on Morph Market 🟢$75 off Kages PVC enclosures USE CODE: KAGES75 . -THE DUDE ABIDES Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston 15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm Phone: (717) 305-0684 . . . #exoticpets #reptilestore #sale #cybermonday2024 #cybermonday #htx #houston #bioactive #beardeddragon #leopardgecko #plants #terrarium #ballpython #nature #explore

‼️HAPPENING NOW: BLACK FRIDAY & CYBER MONDAY SALE‼️ 🟢30% off kits, plants, wood, and Bio Dude products USE CODE: BFCM2024 🟢15% off live animals in-store and on Morph Market 🟢$75 off Kages PVC enclosures USE CODE: KAGES75 Ends Monday 12/2 at 11:59p.m. . -THE DUDE ABIDES👍🏻 Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston 15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm Phone: (717) 305-0684 Email: [email protected] . . . #BlackFridayDeals #petsale #petstore #CyberMondayDeals #blackfriday2024 #reptilestore #terrarium #plants #bioactive #bioactivetank #houston #htx #thebiodude #cybermonday2024 #snakes #leopardgecko #frogs #pettarantula

Happy National Espresso Day! Combining coffee with conservation, $1 of each bag of Dude's Brew purchased goes towards protecting rainforests in Papua New Guinea. Available in 3 reptile-themed flavors spanning light, medium, and dark roasts. Find them on the main site, or in store. Sip sustainably☕.-THE DUDE ABIDES👍🏻...#espresso #coffee #houstoncoffee #ethicallysourced #singleorigincoffee #wholebeancoffee #reptilelover #petsofinstagram #snek #snakesofinstagram #crestedgecko #ballypython #beardeddragon #herpetology

Make sure you watch Part 1 of our Showroom Update series to hear a little bit about what we’re trying to create at our store and why. As exciting as this upgrade is, it means that a few of our store’s resident animals will need new homes. It's the best decision for their well-being due to the store's space limitations and in the long-term as our business continues to grow. It’s not an easy choice to let go of animals that you’ve raised from the egg, but we will carefully vet any prospective new owners to make sure everyone goes to optimal, loving, bioactive forever homes. That being said, if you have the desire and capability to take care of any of the following special critters, please reach out to us through either Morph Market or contact our point of sale: . -Proven breeding group of Dumpy Tree Frogs ideally with their established tank MORPH MARKET -2 Cuban Knight Anoles IN-STORE -Christmas Mountain Gopher Snake with established tank IN-STORE -Cinnamon Tree Frogs MORPH MARKET . -THE DUDE ABIDES👍🏻 Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston 15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm Phone: (717) 305-0684 Email: [email protected] . . . #thebiodude #gophersnake #cubanknightanoles #knightanoles #dumpytreefrogs #whitestreefrogs #cinnamontreefrog #reptilestore #petsofinstagram #exoticpets #anolelizard #paludarium #dumpyfrogs #cinnamonfrog #snek #moreliabredli #carpetpython

Exciting changes are coming to The Bio Dude store's showroom in the upcoming month! We can’t wait to lift the veil on our behind-the-scenes projects and create educational displays for you to enjoy. Special thanks to Kages for helping us up our game with more energy-efficient, customizable PVC enclosures. Stay tuned for Part 2! . -THE DUDE ABIDES👍🏻 Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston 15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm Phone: (717) 305-0684 Email: [email protected] . . . #thebiodude #reptilestore #bioactive #bioactiveenclosures #bioactiveterrarium #terrarium #houston #htx #petsofinstagram #exoticpets #cubanknightanole #dartfrog #childrenspython #moreliabredli #carpetpython #skunkgecko #fattailgecko

Cute, captive-bred critters on The Bio Dude Morph Market🦎🐍 . -THE DUDE ABIDES👍🏻 Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston 15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm Phone: (717) 305-0684 Email: [email protected] . . . #reptiles #morphmarket #morphs #pythons #skunklinedgecko #mourninggecko #bandedgecko #crestedgecko #thebiodude #leopardgecko #reptilesofig #petsofinstagram #cinnamonfrog #poisondartfrog #vipergecko #bredlipython #reedfrog #gecko #borneofrog

Pt. 2 talking about bioactive enclosures in the long-term. Ecosystems change over time! If you choose a Bio Dude substrate, the initial dirt you use can be effective for up to 10 years, as long as it's topped off and a soil revitalizer is used every 6 months to 1 1/2 years. Be sure to monitor your ecosystem’s key elements—soil, plants, clean-up crew, and biodegradables to know when to add more nutrients. If you ever have questions about how your terrarium is progressing, feel free to reach out, and we’ll be happy to assist! . -THE DUDE ABIDES👍🏻 Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston 15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm Phone: (717) 305-0684 Email: [email protected] . . . . #thebiodude #shopsmall #bioactive #terriarium #pet #petcare #animalcare #bioactivehabitat #bioactivesetup #bioactive #houstonpets #reptilekeeper #petsofinstagram #exoticpets #ballpython #crestedgecko #beardeddragon

Let's talk about how a pre-made bioactive substrate can really up your chances of having a successful terrarium in the long-term. The health of your plants, clean-up crew, and critter all depends on the soil mix and how long it retains its nutrients. The Dude has put in the testing and research to create bioactive substrates that last 10 years with minimal maintenance. This keeps you from having to replace your soil mix because it got depleted. Why risk having to constantly replace all your soil due to depletion when you can monitor your ecosystem, and add a soil inoculant or top-off layer about once a year? Taking the DIY approach can result in long-term success, but it requires more research with attention to what needs to be mixed in to keep the soil nutritious enough to support your ecosystem. To get recommendations on DIY mixtures, check out Reptifiles’ page with recipes and options. The Facebook group Bioactive Reptile and Amphibian Setups USA also has information and inspiration from those who have chosen to do the ~dirty~ work or trial and error themselves. . -THE DUDE ABIDES👍🏻 Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston 15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm Phone: (717) 305-0684 Email: [email protected] . . . #thebiodude #nature #explore #bioactivesubstrate #terrarium #reptilelover #amphibian #frog #beardeddragon #cornsnake #ballpython #crestedgecko #bioactiveterrarium #bioactiveenclosure

Kages offers premium, customizable PVC enclosures that allow you to perfectly craft your critter's home. Handcrafted in the USA, these cages ensure easy assembly, superior heat retention, and energy efficiency. They’re perfect for both humid or arid bioactive setups. From sliding polycarbonate doors to a wide array of size and design options, each customizable feature prioritizes animal well-being offers premium, customizable PVC enclosures designed with your pet's comfort in mind. Handcrafted in the USA, these cages ensure easy assembly, superior heat retention, and energy efficiency. They’re perfect for both humid or arid bioactive setups. From sliding polycarbonate doors to a wide array of size and design options, each customizable feature prioritizes animal well-being. . You can find Bio Dude branded 4x2x2 Kages like this one on our site! . -THE DUDE ABIDES👍🏻 Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston 15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm Phone: (717) 305-0684 Email: [email protected] . . . #thebiodude #nature #explore #habitat #enclosure #pvcenclosure #pvchabitat #pvc #customhabitat #reptilelover #amphibian #frog #beardeddragon #cornsnake #ballpython #crestedgecko #bioactiveterrarium #bioactiveenclosure

Phyllobates Terriblis ‘Mint’ dart frogs are back in stock in-store and soon on Morph Market! . Need to culture your own fruit flies? The Dude has fruit fly culturing kits with all the media you need🪰 . -THE DUDE ABIDES👍🏻 Location: The Bio Dude Inc Houston 15116 Highway 3 Bldg 4 Webster, TX 77598 Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm Sat: 10am-5pm Phone: (717) 305-0684 Email: [email protected] . . . . #thebiodude #houstonpets #exoticpets #petsofinstagram #herpetology #petlovers #nature #reptile #petnutrition #reptilenutrition #dartfrog #mintdartfrog #phyllobates #feederinsects #houston #fruitflies #frogseating