2 x 1 Gallon Bags – Premium Isopod Substrate

Starting bid: $20

You will receive two 1 gallon bags of Premium Isopod Substrate
View the description for ingredients and other details.

Category: Botanicals

Shield Wall Exotics

5.00

(5 Reviews)

Item condition: New

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Auction ends: August 1, 2026 8:00 pm
Timezone: UTC -5

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Build a thriving, nutrient‑rich environment for your isopods, springtails, and microfauna with ShieldWallExotics Premium Isopod Substrate — a carefully crafted blend designed to outperform standard premixes. This substrate delivers the detritus‑heavy nutrition sensitive species require while maintaining ideal moisture, aeration, and microbial activity for long‑term colony health.

🌿 Included in This Listing 2× 1 Gallon Bags (10×12”) – 3.5 lbs each (7 lbs total) Perfect for multiple enclosures, large setups, or colony expansions Consistent weight and volume with every bag

🌱 Product Features

Premium, diverse substrate formulated specifically for isopods and microfauna
High detritus content for superior nutrition compared to typical premixes
Proven effective for sensitive and advanced species, including Cubaris
Excellent moisture retention and burrowing structure
100% organic ingredients — no chemicals, pesticides, or fillers

This blend supports healthy growth, reproduction, and long‑term colony stability.

🔬 Ingredients

Organic Compost (Detritus‑Rich Base) – Foundational nutrition for isopods and springtails
Premium Decayed White Rot Wood – Highly palatable and essential for sensitive species
Peat Sphagnum Moss – Maintains moisture and supports burrowing
Flake Soil Blend – Advanced nutrition for high‑demand species
Pulverized Limestone Powder – Essential calcium source favored by Cubaris
Oak & Forest Floor Leaf Litter Mix – Diverse, natural detritus for continuous feeding
Organic Mycorrhizal Fungi – Boosts beneficial microbes and soil health
Charcoal – Enhances microbial growth, improves aeration, and captures ammonia

Every ingredient is selected to support a balanced, self‑sustaining bioactive system.

❄️ Clean & Safe – Frozen Before Shipping All substrate is frozen prior to shipment to eliminate pests and unwanted hitchhikers. Freezing preserves beneficial bacteria and microbial life far better than heat‑treating, ensuring your substrate arrives nutrient‑rich and ready to use.

🪵 Instructions for Use

Provide 2–3 inches of substrate for most isopod species; burrowing species may prefer deeper layers
Springtails thrive with 1–2 inches
Bags arrive with natural moisture retention; for arid species, allow one side of the enclosure to dry to create a humidity gradient
Reseal unused substrate to prevent pests from entering the bag

Ready to ship in 3-5 business days

Shipping Policy

Auction winnings ship on the following Monday. Payment for an auction win must be completed by Sunday at 5pm EST to qualify to have it shipped that Monday. Tuesday is occasionally used as an alternative for customer requests, holidays, etc.

Shipping Options & Live Arrival Guarantee (LAG)
We offer FedEx 2‑Day and FedEx Overnight shipping.
FedEx 2‑Day (Hold for Pickup Only):
- LAG applies only when the shipment is held at an official FedEx Hub for pickup.
- Orders must be picked up the same day they arrive.
- Any issues must be reported with photo/video evidence on the day of arrival.
FedEx 2‑Day Home Delivery:
- No LAG is offered for 2‑Day shipments delivered to a home address.
FedEx Overnight – Hold for Pickup:
- LAG applies when temperatures are 40–90°F and issues are reported the same day the package arrives.
- Must be picked up the same day.
FedEx Overnight – Home Delivery:
- LAG applies only when issues are reported within 2 hours of delivery and temperatures are 40–90°F.
- Someone must be available to receive the package promptly.
Hold for Pickup Requirements:
- Provide your preferred official FedEx Hub in checkout notes or email us at shieldwallexotics@gmail.com.
- Walgreens, Dollar General, and similar partner locations do not qualify.
LAG is void if an incorrect or incomplete shipping address is provided.

Weather & Temperature Conditions
- LAG is valid only when destination temperatures are between 40°F and 90°F.
- Shipments may be delayed if temperatures fall outside this range.
- Heat or cold packs are included at no extra cost when needed.

LAG Coverage Details
- Clear photo/video evidence of DOA animals is required within the appropriate reporting window:
- Same day for Hold for Pickup
- Within 2 hours for FedEx Overnight home delivery
- LAG covers only the number of animals purchased.
- Example: If you buy 10 and receive 15, but 2 arrive DOA, LAG does not apply because the full purchased quantity was still received.

Right to Delay Shipping
- We may delay shipments during extreme or unsafe weather to protect the animals’ health.

Refund Policy

Replacement or refund is offered in the event of DOA's that fall within the Live Arrival Guarantee Policy.

For further details about our policy, visit our store page: https://shieldwallexotics.com/pages/store-policy