How to create a BioActive Crested Gecko Terrarium

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In this video the Dude discusses how to setup a BioActive terrarium for your Crested Geckos. I show what is included in your kit, what you can add, how to set it up and the benefits!
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@paulcompton123 6 лет назад

Just wanted to give a big thumbs up to Josh! He went out of his way to help me and my son out with a crested gecko set up. We just received the plants and bio kit and set it up...My son had a snow day today, and Star Wars opens tonight, so he's having the best day of his life right now! Thanks Josh! Everything is perfect!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

That is awesome to hear! I am glad he is diggin it! Thank you for your business!

@GSignz 3 года назад

This comment made my day

@sasquatchdonut2674 2 года назад

So wholesome 😀

@baker4132 2 года назад

So wholesome

@Passionnwpurposee Год назад

Does he still do this?

@josephflorence8133 4 года назад

just throwing this out there: you really should wear a mask to avoid silicosis. even a small amount of silica dust can be harmful. once it is wet and covered it should be fine but i would pour that bag outside with a mask and wash up/change clothes after.

@drdoolittlefishhobbyist6055 5 лет назад

Josh I'm always amazed at how you throw things in the enclosures at random and it always ends up looking great when I see others take forever to landscape and it looks a pile of crap. Keep it up dude. I'm inspired.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Thank you so much! I can't wait to get some of my new videos all done!

@rcgamer4524 6 лет назад

People including myself take ages setting up what you have but take a lot longer doing it, you have a great eye for what's needed and where to put things extremely fast very nice indeed. I've got my bioactive setups on hold because of mite problems and having to remove everything becoming quite costly...mites are a bane of my life at the moment,

@mitchelll899 6 лет назад

RC Dean could be wood lice or termites if you have a lot of wood it also could be fungus gnats I have them in my giant pixie vivarium.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Thank you so much!!

@Bypassingnormal 3 года назад

Dude your probably the most enjoyable person to listen to on RU-vid doing bio active setups🤙🏾

@FreezingTempest1337 2 года назад

Best video I saw on the topic. Going to be buying a kit in the near future, after I get my 18X18X24 tank. You have definitely earned yourself a follower and customer. Keep up the good work!

@ivanvega2821 5 лет назад

I placed an order for a 12x12x18 tank. Best customer service by far. Excited to get this kit in the mail. Cheers!

@slattbizzness 3 года назад

Did the tank come with it?

@brianparks9112 Год назад

If the dude abides, I'm all in . Unless it's Saturday!

@dapperdino6044 5 лет назад

Hi! I might be getting one of your kits for my birthday!!! (Lol) This video is very informational! Thanks!!!

@lindsaylosurdo1517 5 лет назад

This looks so good

@KittenCece 6 лет назад

I'm so excited about doing this for my cresties. :) thank you for these videos and these kits.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Thank you!

@Christina-nl7sy 5 лет назад

Just got a Pacman frog and did NOT know they could die from soil ph. I thought as long as you keep the poop out it will be fine. Definitely ordering one of your kits now!

@howarddont6886 6 лет назад

Love the bioactive setups! Keep up the good work!

@nathanielpadayachee8773 3 года назад

Great setup

@loolhi8622 3 года назад

this was relly helpful Thank you so much

@oinkingchicken 2 года назад

I just picked up all the stuff I need from a reptile expo got so many isopods hopefully I can get a good colony of them going

@salutationstation 4 года назад

Love your videos! You're so thoughtful about all of your products, and this is very helpful. Do you ever recommend removing/replacing the original background? I watched a video of a different bioactive setup for this species in which they removed the original backdrop and replaced it with one they made with a pressed layer of gorilla glue, water, cork, and a blend of eco earth, spaghnam moss, and sand. Reason being: the original backdrops (he used a ZooMed tank) he said are prone to mold/mildew, which can be dangerous for your gecko. Thoughts? Recommendations?

@Soowavy99 3 года назад

Hey Biodude, just purchased this whole kit from your store today for my 2 crested geckos. Would love to see and update to this video + lighting guide.

@johnvazquez1405 6 лет назад

I'm absolutely loving the increase in uploaded videos!

@David-uy4nb 6 лет назад

think he recorded a few videos and are uploading them all now =)

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

You guys are going to love my video for my Ackies Monitors

@brandonchoryuenlau4414 6 лет назад

John Vazquez hi

@johnvazquez1405 6 лет назад

Dominick Turano hello there

@dondavid773 5 лет назад

this is amazing!!

@divin3King 4 года назад

Can’t wait to get your kit! Im doing a crested gecko 18x18x24 and a gold dust day gecko 12x12x24, would the 29 gallon terra fauna kit be enough for both tanks? Great products as well!

@maddycarter4611 6 лет назад

You’re amazing I just got a crested gecko and it was not properly taken care of definitely ordering a kit

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Thank you!

@hypernovacreative 6 лет назад

Thank you so much because I asked you when I bought from you

@sophiebelcher7416 3 года назад

You are very straightforward informative and professional. Your setup looks awesome!

@bobkob 5 лет назад

Great video, ordered a 12” x 12” x18” sized terra fauna kit,will get it tommorow, im going to use it for a new 20 gallon vertical tank vivarium im seting up.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Thank you Bob! You are the MAN.

@vivalavalentino 4 года назад

It's been a pain having to re establish eco earth substrate in my crestie's tank. Thank you so much for the help, will most definitely use your website when I get the chance (and money)

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 4 года назад

Thank you so much!

@wwgaming1876 3 года назад

I’m diggin it

@josephbennett3482 5 лет назад

WOW Josh I'm in awe of your habitats they look amazing , I wish I was good at decorating my habitats and especially my aquariums because I love aquariums but I'm terrible at decorating hahaha, I see how so many people decorate their habitats and it makes me so jealous. I am a proud owner of a Murphy's patternless leopard gecko / crested gecko / and several Tropical Aquariums.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Hi Josep, thank you for the support and don't worry. It takes some practice to get the decorating down, but just go with what feels right to you. Nature is crowded, so don't feel bad about putting a bunch of stuff in there.

@josephbennett3482 5 лет назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter thanks Josh my crested gecko is my newest pet and I don't have many decorations for the habitat yet currently I have two hanging plants , two bamboo bars ,one ground plant and also a Jungle vine which is not yet in the habitat because I don't know how to put it in, my habitat size is 12 L× 12 W × 18 H and it's made by Zilla. Last thing I wanted to know since I don't have a food ledge yet is it fine to have the food dish on the ground of the habitat, im not able to purchase online so I have to find a store that has then or can order for one for me.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Hi Joseph. It's fine to use the food dish on the ground, just ensure your baby knows where it is and is eating.

@josephbennett3482 5 лет назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter ok thanks again Josh I was a bit worried that it wasn't going to be able to find the food but I think it eventually knew where the food was after watching me put the dish in , two nights ago I saw it sitting at the dish so I'm sure it won't be a problem now. Talk to you soon.

@TJ-hr9op 5 лет назад

Thanks

@ajmmz802 6 лет назад

I just bought a 18x18x24 zoo med how much would it cost to build the same as in this video but in the bigger size? Any special kit you sell for the bigger cages?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Just email me what you need and I can help you

@nicoleferreira3578 6 лет назад

With using the bioactive kit, do you NEED to have micro feeders like spring-tails as well, or can the terrarium thrive without them? What is the main purpose for micro feeders?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Nicole, great question! You do not Need the bugs. Their main purpose is to break down organic waste like leaf litter and poop to provide macro-nutrients to your soil and plants as well as aerate the soil with their tunnels. We have a product called The BioShot that does the same thing as far as waste break down, aeration can be achieved by digging in pieces of cork and palm bark.

@StevenGallstones 3 года назад

I swear, this is the first guy I've seen build out a NICE terrarium, bioactive. Every other example or tutorial I've found absolutely stinks, and their tanks stink because they have no clue what they're doing! Not the case with Bio Dude. Clearly knows his stuff!

@erikschauer5080 4 года назад

Does this kit also work for Gargoyle Geckos? This seems to be the best bioactive kit out there, and the bioshot replacement for the isopods is something that will really help with my budget

@dutchesplan6010 4 года назад

My crested gecko loves to eat spangna moss can I just use leaf litter. Also can I mix the terra with reptibark

@finlaystewart4321 6 лет назад

Ok thanks because I’m adopting my 3rd crested gecko

@cassalamon 6 лет назад

Did the compact uvbs get fixed? I thought they where bad

@Matthew-me4pv 5 лет назад

Can the hydro grow be pre-rinsed before placing in the enclosure, just to remove some dust?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Great question, and yes it can.

@dominikturek5877 6 лет назад

Hi. In from the UK so I can't get any of your products. What other soil do you recommend that is available in the Uk???

@lukesabia9902 3 года назад

This guys loves the basketball shorts... just came from a pickup game

@ItsJayCross319 6 лет назад

Yo Bio Dude! You should do a Day Gecko viv setup using your day gecko kit!

@mafiaboydq9890 6 лет назад

ItsJayCross I agree

@axanthiccrestie2460 4 года назад

I have ALWAYS wanted a Day Gecko!

@gavinolsen431 6 лет назад

Will this bioshock mixture replace the jobs of the isopods and springtails to the same equivalence?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Gavin, Excellent question. Short answer - yes,

@gavinolsen431 6 лет назад

The Bio Dude Josh Halter Thank you! Love the videos. Been wanting to convert my crestie to bioactive but I’ve been hesitant about the springtails and isopods.

@zaydenelliot9339 5 лет назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter what's the long answer though dude. Science, please?

@caitlinperrigo9502 6 лет назад

I’m thinking about doing something like this and was wondering how long should the lights typically stay on for? Also, do you do anything else for the plants that you have in there for watering, or do you just mist the tank twice a day?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

I usually do 12 on 12 off, I have my MK automatically mist twice daily for 40 or 20 seconds

@hazmadness6154 6 лет назад

Can I do this and then put my gecko in straight after? And I don’t want a mist system can I still spray with my bottle 2 times a day? Please reply

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

I do it, you can also let it cycle, it is 100% up to you. You can hand mist twice daily, absolutely. Just make sure you are not over misting and you are set!

@Zahyachan 5 лет назад

This might be a dumb question but I am still learning. Do you need to replenish the leaf litter and sphagnum moss as it degrades over time? Thank you for your time and great video! New subscriber 😊

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Hi Zahyachan. You are correct. You should add biodegradables to your enclosure as they are "fuel" for your biome.

@Zahyachan 5 лет назад

Thanks for the reply! How often do you suggest adding both?

@Apegabe 5 лет назад

Hi Biodude, I recently purchased some of your products. As I was finishing I realized that I forgot the background though I had everything all set up already, I managed to put the background back in place but I got some dirt on the bottom layer, and some hydrogrow on the substrate I managed to remove the hydrogrow out from substrate but not the dirt from the hydrogrow, will this affect anything? Please REPLY! (Also asking the community feel free to reply please.) Thanks!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Hi Gabriel. Thank you very much for your business! It should not cause an issue at all, especially if it's just little bit.

@igregmart 5 лет назад

I've noticed that you seem to bring your substrates up to the top level of the plastic aerating holes at the bottom of the tank. Doesn't that block the holes preventing aeration from the bottom (defeating its purpose)?. Also, wouldn't some of the springtails crawl out of the tank if the substrate covers the holes? I am going to setup a 12 x12x18 Zoomed tank.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Hi igregsmart. It doesn't make much difference with aeration to have the holes covered as most of the ventilation comes from the screen top. There may be a few rouge springtails, which are not invasive, but for the most part they prefer to stay where it damp and buried in the soil.

@abby118324 7 месяцев назад

You have to completely replace all the dirt stuff every 3 weeks?

@jaywheeler1860 6 лет назад

That's awesome

@jacobkleinert486 6 лет назад

That dust doesn’t seem very safe to inhale. I mean it’s made of glass right

@dapperdino6044 5 лет назад

I thought it was made of plastic...🤨

@noodle7882 4 года назад

Lord of All Dino's he said glass

@pablomigueldiaz6920 4 года назад

You are stupid, watch the channel Leopard gecko her crested gecko is just like The bio dude and shes has great info too.

@jdandkikisExotics 3 года назад

@@pablomigueldiaz6920 not just like the bio dude she is mainly leopard geckos and some crested geckos bio dude has his own bio shop and all kinds of different animals bio stuff but i get what u r saying she is very good at what she does.

@kona9804 3 года назад

Tbh you should rinse out your drainage outside layer before putting it in the tank. That way the dust isnt inside the tank

@invictarose203 5 лет назад

Im dying to see a bioactive setup for day geckos!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

It's coming! By the end of the 1st quarter. Doing Klemmeri, Grandis and Lineata.

@CheyenneZeamer 4 года назад

Will the plants still thrive if I just use an Arcadia Shade Dweller 7% UVB? Or do you truly recommend using both the UVB and the Solar Grow LED?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 4 года назад

You can try it, and see how it works! I will always recommend supplemental lighting for your plants if they want to thrive.

@trinamadrigal4509 2 года назад

Im curious about the background in the tank. What is it?

@pimama9281 6 лет назад

Do you need to use live plants to make the bioactive setup work? I'm new to cresties and bioactive setups so sorry if this is a dumb question

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Hi Pimama92. You do not have to have live plants in your cage. It does help the system, but we have just substrate kits available as well.

@papagg1039 6 лет назад

Thinking about getting crested gecko kit

@oAzuLJo 5 лет назад

love your videos and website, but is there any way a 'night mode' can be implemented on the site? The bright green against white makes it hard to see the wording when looking through the tabs :

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

I don't think so, sorry.

@jdmason9949 4 года назад

Would a 12x12x18 be big enough for a singe crested geck

@tamrtay 7 месяцев назад

What size enclosure are you using?

@sarapierce2142 Год назад

Hi! I don't know if you will read this, since this video is old, but I'm a new crestie owner and this is going to be my first time replacing everything, and was doing research and found this. So I was wondering, do you mix the substrate, moss, and leaf litter together? or just layer? Also, what leaf litter did you use? because there are multiple types on your website. What plant kit do you think is the best choice on your website for cresties? Thank you!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter Год назад

Hey Sara! They are somewhat layered in this set up, You can use any of the leaf litter choices available, they will all break down and be part of the Biome :) We also have a crested gecko plant pack i will link - www.thebiodude.com/collections/species-specific-terrarium-plant-kits/products/crested-gecko-starter-plant-pack Hope this helps! Let us know if you have any further questions!

@pr27038 6 лет назад

Is the HydroGrow perlite? I like how you do things but I don't want perlite in my systems, so I would like to know before I buy because I can't find any information on your website.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

It is specially processed perlite, yes. It is much larger and not as dusty compared to your normal perlite. It is processed and made exactly the same (and out of the same material) as growstone and all of the other lighter drainage mediums, but the HG does not create that uneven surface which helps tremendously with drainage.

@karolsekula4629 3 года назад

What sort of lighting do I need?

@valentineX1X 6 лет назад

Wouldn't it be good to pre rince the base layer to get rid of thr dust?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

You can do that, sure. I usually just mist the sides to get the residuals off.

@kencross25 5 лет назад

Looks like perlite

@RolfPower 5 лет назад

@@kencross25 It is.

@silvatown7824 2 года назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter you're inhaling silica powder that's awful for you I won't even put that s*** in my lizard tank it's not a better product if it's terrible for your health lava stone always

@andrestarkes5240 4 года назад

Do the crested gecko kits include the terrariums?

@evanerka 6 лет назад

Would activated charcoal be of any assistance in between the drainage layer and the substrate for water filtration? Or would that not even be necessary?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

I have never tried it. I would see it being quite beneficial actually. Not really for filtration, as it loses the efficacy in about 30 days, but the springtails (if used) will love it!

@andrestarkes5240 4 года назад

Can you make some more crested gecko kits?

@teaganclements5569 6 лет назад

This is genius , you deserve waaayyyy more recognition but I guess Bioactive set ups aren't for everyone

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Thanks it is the way to go!

@spacemanju7 6 лет назад

Hey the bio dude I just bought one of kits for my crested gecko and was wondering do I water the plants or is the misting everyday enough?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Hi Spaceman. Depending on how heavily I'm misting and how the tank is looking I average a light water 1-2 times per week with my tropical plants

@lisamccullough5150 5 лет назад

The Bio Dude Josh Halter My plants would be dried to the bone only misting that often.

@aggressiveskatingtipsandtr5380 5 лет назад

How small the tank is its gonna force the gecko to go in the soil and the thickness off stuff u put in will make the cresti suffocate its self.

@LilyZoe23 4 года назад

I just bought 2 of your crested gecko kits. You are not currently shipping isopods and spring tails. Is this sustainable without them or at least until the bugs are able to be shipped again?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 4 года назад

Absolutely. We do offer springtails at the moment, but wont have Isopods until the September or October months.

@ksaylors6003 2 года назад

I visited your store today, and it was awesome! I was just looking around, as I'm interested in getting a crested gecko for my first reptile. The lady who helped me was very kind and helpful! I was wondering though, would it be absolutely necessary to get an 18x18x36 terrarium, or could I get something smaller? I'm on a bit of a budget, since I only recently got my first job (I probably won't have the money needed to properly care for the gecko for a couple months). If you could get back to me on that, you'd really be helping me out!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 2 года назад

They do best with more space so the 181836 is best yes.

@alcompski 5 лет назад

My ghost wood is molding along with my monapi wood? Also my bamboo molded also. What am I doing wrong? I mist twice a day, once in the morning and once at night. I have isopods, spring tails and also earth worms. I added the bio shot I believe 18qt. I have plants. Please help!!! Any advice would be great. I was thinking of getting a fan blowing downward or upward. I have a 36 by 24 by 18 exo terra. Any advice would be great! I think the would Is salvageable but the bamboo looks horrible. Thanks in advance.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Alex, email us at customercare@thebiodude.com or give us a buzz M-F 8-4 CST @ 7173050684 so we can get more info and help you solve your problem : )

@abby118324 7 месяцев назад

So, hws going to have to replace all those layers in 3 weeks?

@abrahamnutrition 6 лет назад

Josh what is the tank you have going behind the crested tank? A Riparium?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

That is one of my tadpole growout tanks.

@kyzoss128 5 лет назад

cool.

@ryanmethric1029 6 лет назад

Could the Matala be used as a filter layer in this build? Or in every build for that matter. Or are there instances where it can’t be used.

@juaneason1976 5 лет назад

masala works best with water set ups not really land, too much air pockets

@msloverz1 6 лет назад

Would building a bioactive tank help keep in humidity? I just recently adopted a crested gecko and I live in a very dry state and I struggle to keep his humidity up. He lives in a 12 x 12 x 30 terrarium with mainly fake plants and I spray down his home 4 times a day and have a humidifier pointed at his screen.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

It does help significantly with humidity retention.

@abinayafuun9748 6 лет назад

What was the first plant to be put in the tank?

@dyanaterranova609 3 года назад

can you buy the crested gecko kit without the tank?

@johnnystamper195 3 года назад

Josh how much is that set up you just made everything included???

@raymondbanuelos7980 4 года назад

If you ever get the chance could you do tokay gecko bio?

@josephg8818 Год назад

Would you be able to feed crickets without impaction issues for crested gecko?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter Год назад

Hey there! impaction is more closely related to temperatures and the reptile not being able to thermoregulate properly to pass things through its stomach. As long as all husbandry parameters are met, with a varied diet and crickets being a treat item, impaction should not be a worry for crested geckos! Hope this helps!

@fe1liott.civicsi 5 лет назад

Is that background a sticker that you can peel off? If you keep it on will it go moldy?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

You are going to want to remove it completely.

@fe1liott.civicsi 5 лет назад

Ok thanks 👌

@jessicascheuring7921 4 года назад

Hi quick question.. the led light.. does that have uvb or just uva? Do the plants need the led light to grow or do they need the hood light in the back to grow? I’m confused on what the led light does for the set up. Thank you

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 4 года назад

The LEDs do not emit any UVB at this time. The LED provides the spectrum needed to grow the live plants in your terrarium. The UVB light does not have the strength to grow your plants correctly.

@jessicascheuring7921 4 года назад

I am going to be buying one or 2 of your kits for each of my leopard geckos.. I have 1 in a 55 gallon tank and the other in a 75 gallon tank, should I get the shade dweller uvb in the 14% because of the height of my tanks? Thank you so much for your help with this

@zaydenelliot9339 5 лет назад

I know next to nothing about plants. What happens if the plants you have in there outgrow the tank? I assume if it's width-wise you could uproot it and separate it out into like a cutting? If they get too tall can you cut them without killing the plant? Also if eventually you want to revamp the tank is it going to totally screw up your mini ecosystem to change out or move around plants?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Zayden, you can simply trim them as necessary. You could even take a cutting from one tank and transfer it into another if you please. Just make sure you disinfect it first so you don't spread nasties!

@zaydenelliot9339 5 лет назад

@@TheBioDudeJoshHalter oh right on!

@ladybugd.620 6 лет назад

Will you do a video on Madagascar Velvet Geckos ?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Hi Deb. More videos will be coming soon!

@lenny8911 5 лет назад

Will both of those light's make the tank pretty hot are will they kept the temperature in the 70's?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Hi BFCubes. The lights do not emit enough heat to drastically change the temperature. My gecko tank never goes over 76 degrees :)

@lenny8911 5 лет назад

Thank you so much. Have a good day!

@tylerlawrence8757 6 лет назад

Would this work for a gargoyle gecko

@KingDarkelite201000 6 лет назад

Can this setup also work for the Leachianus?

@sebastianblanco126 5 лет назад

DrGilgamesh you’ll need a bigger cage

@juliancamacho1601 6 лет назад

do you only need to buy one, or do you have to constantly replace it

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Hi Julian. As long as your soil is healthy and thriving there is no need to replace it ever again.

@RobsKoiPond 6 лет назад

If you put a mating pair in there how would you find the eggs in a natural vivarium?

@E.C.Animation 6 лет назад

Add a lay box so hopefully they only use it.

@LtDanSon 5 лет назад

I have a question how would you water the plants? Would you get a watering can and soak the soil? Or how would that work.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Daily misting the enclosure will help, but I usually lightly water the root base of each plant with small cup once a week or so. When your biome is established and the roots have grown down to the drainage layer, daily misting will suffice with a heavier mist once or twice a week.

@LtDanSon 5 лет назад

The Bio Dude Josh Halter ah ok thank you for the reply

@brittanycummings4172 6 лет назад

Ok so newb question but if I don’t have the bugs to begin with do I still have to change the substrate? Also can I add the bugs at anytime. Annddd should I leave the set up for a few days or weeks before adding my crestie?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Hi Brittany, Thank you for following - My kits include the Bio Shot, which essentially puts in all your organic processes to encourage "bioactive" in your terrarium. With my kits you do not need to use the bugs to go bio, but I still recommend adding them whenever. Your terrarium with function without them, but the more drivers you have in there, the better. Hope this helps! Josh

@brittanycummings4172 6 лет назад

The Bio Dude Josh Halter awesome!! Thank you so much

@juaneason1976 5 лет назад

hey bio dude, I heard that all that light is bad for the crests because they do not have eyelids, are your lights on a timer?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

HI Juan, a natural photo-period is necessary. Granted you should stay away from red and blue heat lights as reptiles have an extra cone within their ocular structure that intensifies light. I recommend using a timer or dimmer to allow a specific 12 hour daytime/12 hour nighttime cycle.

@Kai-lg8ib 5 лет назад

The Bio Dude Josh Halter it’s actually a 14 hour day and 10 hour night.

@dysfunctionalthor4719 5 лет назад

So you don’t need the isopods and springtails for the bioactive setup??

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

Hi Dysfunctional Bat. If you are utilizing my BioShot, the bugs are not a necessity. The BioShot does everything the bugs do aside from soil aeration, on a microscopic level. I still recommend having both in certain biomes like larger snakes, bearded dragon, monitors, tegus, etc. Anything with a large fecal deposit, as the break down time is a little faster with the bugs.

@austinburton9247 6 лет назад

Very nice build! Are you not a fan of the whole spray foam background thing people like to do? Just curious.

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

I do it...sometimes.... My tanks just don't need it ;)

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Thanks Jeff, you are totally right. I will eventually, but there are so many ways to do it, so many different materials that you can use, that I would rather let people find the materials themselves instead of charing people so much money for it due to the amount of variables you can do with a background ; )

@kaimaarks1095 5 лет назад

That hydrogrow stuff. Is that just perlite?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 5 лет назад

It was overcooked Perlite but the HG has since been switched to an all new alternative that is even better.

@juliancamacho1601 6 лет назад

does the light that you provide add heat to the tank?

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Hi Julian. The LED does not give off heat or UVB. It's a plant growth light.

@ashleyhoscheid6521 6 лет назад

After visiting your website, I really love the price of your bioactive kits. I am a tad confused, however, about the bioshot. Is it a replacement for springtails? That is, will adding bioshot without isopods or springtails yield the same effect as if I were to add the animals? I really can't afford the shipping on them, and if the bioshot means I don't have to deal with bugs, even better!

@TheBioDudeJoshHalter 6 лет назад

Hi Ashley. That is absolutely right - I appreciate the kind words. The BioShot, over time does exactly what the bugs do. It helps your plants out in the early stages of your terrarium development as well, which makes your green thumb much bigger. To get all the benefits of bio with my kits you do not need the bugs.