Paraguay Muds Powder – fine peat, 5 litres
Dried fine-grade peat substrate, 5 l package, for humid tropical terrariums, tortoise enclosures and plant…
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Paraguay Muds Powder is a fine-grade peat substrate for keepers who run humid tropical enclosures, dry tortoise setups, or grow plants that need acidic soil. It can serve as the main substrate or be mixed into other substrates to adjust moisture and texture.
Why it matters
- Dried peat with high water absorption. The manufacturer states it holds a large amount of water for a long time and keeps humidity high in the enclosure.
- Its natural antifungal properties, according to the manufacturer, help prevent mould in damp conditions.
- The powder grade has a soil-like structure with fine fibres. It mixes easily with other substrates and gives good moisture retention and thermal insulation.
- The manufacturer lists it as suitable for egg incubation, citing moisture retention, resistance to mould and rot, and softness.
Specifications
- Brand: Terrario
- Product line: Paraguay Muds
- Grade: Powder (finest)
- Package volume: 5 l (dry, before soaking; the manufacturer notes the volume increases after soaking and breaking up clumps)
- Net weight: 1.011 kg
- pH: 3.5 to 4.5
- Symbol: TR PODLOZE PARAGUAY MUDS POWDER
- EAN: 5903900042284
What it works with
The manufacturer recommends this peat for tortoises, the Gekko ciliatus, Madagascar day gecko, mud dragon, royal python, tree frogs, hermit crabs, Far Eastern fire-bellied toad and horned frog, as well as other reptiles that need humid or burrowing conditions. It can be used dry, lightly misted, or partly flooded in wet terrariums. For plants, the low pH makes it suitable for acid-loving species, and it can be blended with soil to reach a target pH such as 5 or 6.
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Frequently asked questions
The supplier recommends this substrate for land tortoises, since it absorbs liquids well and can be dug into to make burrows. According to the supplier, it stays usable even when dried to a crumbly state, so it does not need regular misting.
The bag holds 5 l in its dry form. After soaking, and after breaking up any clumps or fibers, the volume becomes larger than 5 l, as stated by the supplier.
The supplier gives a pH of 3.5 to 4.5 for this peat, which is very acidic. You can mix it with other substrates, including garden soil, to reach a pH of around 5 or 6 if needed.
The Powder grade is the finest of the range and has a structure similar to soil with small fibers. According to the supplier, it is easy to mix with other substrates, holds the most moisture, and helps stabilize decorations like roots and stones.
The supplier states that this peat holds moisture, does not mold or rot, has good thermal insulation, and is soft. They describe it as a better option than moss or vermiculite for incubation.
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