What is the best substrate for red foots inside. I keep hearing all kinds of different things. Right now I am using zoo Med forest floor and I need to reorder, I was wondering if something is better?
I buy it in bulk at local nurseries. Its also called fir bark.Where do you purchase it? Amazon?
Would you mix with coconut fiber substrate?Fine grade orchid bark. A 3-4 inch layer is best. Its best because you can keep the lower levels damp for humidity, while the upper layers remain dry-ish to prevent shell rot.
I would not. That serves no purpose and makes a terrible mess. Orchid bark is better at maintaining a dry surface while the lower layers remain damp for that all important humidity that this species needs. The dry surface helps prevent the shell rot that this species is so prone to. Adding coco coir would bring more dampness to the surface which might be enough to bring about a case of shell rot/fungal infection, and it won't do anything beneficial.Would you mix with coconut fiber substrate?