


Galápagos Tropicoco Coconut Soil is a premium, eco-friendly substrate made from sustainably sourced coconut fiber. Ideal for tropical reptiles, amphibians, and live terrariums, this bioactive-ready mix provides exceptional water retention, aeration, and burrowing potential—making it the perfect base for naturalistic habitats.
Unlike compressed bricks or heavily processed blends, Tropicoco arrives loose and ready to use straight from the bag. It’s pH balanced, clean, and optimized for use with cleanup crews like springtails and isopods.
100% Natural Coconut Fiber
Made from finely shredded coco husk for ideal texture, moisture retention, and aeration.
Bioactive Ready
Encourages the growth of beneficial microorganisms and supports clean-up crews in terrariums and vivariums.
Loose & Pre-Hydrated
No soaking or breaking apart required—Tropicoco comes ready to use, saving setup time.
Ideal for Tropical Species
Great for dart frogs, geckos, anoles, tree frogs, and other high-humidity reptile and amphibian species.
Safe & pH Balanced
Free from fertilizers, dyes, perfumes, or pesticides. Safe for burrowing species and delicate plants.
| Size | Volume | Recommended Use |
|---|---|---|
| 8 qt | ~0.27 cu ft | Small terrariums, starter vivariums |
| 24 qt | ~0.89 cu ft | Medium to large enclosures or long-term setups |
Tropical reptiles and amphibians (geckos, anoles, frogs)
Bioactive terrariums with live plants and microfauna
Naturalistic vivarium builds
Substrate mixing or layering for advanced enclosures
Galápagos Tropicoco is more than just soil—it’s the foundation of a thriving, balanced micro-ecosystem. Whether you’re building a lush dart frog habitat or refreshing your gecko’s home, Tropicoco provides the structure, humidity, and biological support your environment needs.