Terrarium / Vivarium
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| Terrariums are enclosures designed to provide an ideal habitat for plants and sometimes animals (a vivarium). They are meant to mimic the ecosystem of the plants and animals they house. Terrariums are the perfect display for a plant collection or a pet. This terrarium features an aluminum frame, acrylic panels, a pvc coated steel mesh false bottom and an acrylic top. It is octagon shaped, 8ft tall and 5ft in diameter. There is enough room underneath the terrarium for 5.5 gallon sump tanks, pumps, heaters and electronics. There are double doors on each side of the terrarium, with handles that latch into place. |
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| The false bottom collects all excess water in the cage, filters it, heats it and pumps it back into the terrarium for a waterfall and pond. There is a support running across the center of the false bottom, making the terrarium strong enough to stand inside of. |
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| It has a Pro Products Pro Mist system to water the plants and keep the humidity high. The mist system is fed by a 5.5 gallon tank under the terrarium. Timer controls run the mist system twice per day for 3 minutes at a time. All excess water falls through the soil to the false bottom to be reclaimed. |
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| The lighting is a 400 watt metal halide, with the fixture piped into the terrarium with 4in duct. This allows a fan to keep the bulb cool and reclaim the heat it gives off to keep the terrarium warm. There is enough light for most bromeliads at the top of the terrarium, and enough at the bottom for lower light plants. |
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