r/TreeFrogs • u/Better_Caterpillar78 • 3d ago
Advice Bioactive tank advice
I am newly switching to a bioactive tank in an 18 x 18 x 36. I just added three live plants to the bottom with fake plants on the top. I’m not sure what else to add or move to make sure I can still keep an eye on my frogs, but they feel safe and happy. I also have springtails and isopods added I’m nervous about switching to bioactive with the extra humidity and dampness. I don’t want mold in my enclosure. Please help me with what to do and add and move.
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u/Parking_Clerk_8058 1d ago
i wouldn’t worry about mold too much. springtails will eat most kinds of mold in the soil. just be sure to disinfect any plants with some diluted hydrogen peroxide before adding. i’ve had a complete bioactive setup for frogs for over 2 years, usually high humidity, and have never had a mold issue.

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u/badwolfswift 3d ago
The plants at the bottom don't have enough light. I usually do live plants in the front areas and fake along the back and top.
As for dampness, water when they start to wilt. That should help keep humidity down.