{"product_id":"oyster-shell-50g","title":"Oyster shell","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrushed Oyster Shell: Essential Bioactive Mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​Maintain a thriving ecosystem with our Crushed Oyster Shell. This professional-grade substrate amendment is the secret to success for long-term bioactive enclosures. By providing a slow-release source of calcium and essential minerals, it ensures your \"Clean-Up Crew\" stays healthy, productive, and structurally sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e​Why It’s a Bioactive Essential:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e​Superior Molting Support\u003c\/em\u003e: Invertebrates like isopods, millipedes, and springtails need consistent calcium to successfully harden their new exoskeletons after a molt. Crushed shell provides a constant grazing source to prevent molting failures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e​Natural pH Buffer\u003c\/em\u003e: As organic waste and leaf litter break down, substrate can become acidic. These crushed shells act as a natural buffer, neutralizing acids and keeping your soil chemistry balanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e​Texture \u0026amp; Aeration\u003c\/em\u003e: When mixed into the soil, the grit helps prevent substrate compaction, allowing for better oxygen flow to the roots of your terrarium plants and more room for micro-fauna to burrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e​\"\u003cem\u003eClean-Up Crew\u003c\/em\u003e\" \u003cem\u003eBreeding\u003c\/em\u003e: Many keepers find that isopod colonies, particularly Armadillidium species, see a significant boost in breeding rates when mineral grit is readily available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e​Product Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCoarse, crushed grit (easy to mix or top-dress)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e100% Natural crushed oyster shells\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCalcium supplementation and pH balancing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTarget Species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIsopods, Millipedes, Snails, and Bioactive Substrates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUsage Tip:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​For best results, mix \u003cb\u003e1–2 tablespoons\u003c\/b\u003e per gallon of substrate during initial setup. For established enclosures, simply \"top-dress\" by sprinkling a light layer under your leaf litter or near your hydration station where isopods naturally congregate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis product is sold in 25g bags\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52702458675539,"sku":"BUGS-0260-OYS","price":0.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1025\/9569\/0835\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_c4cd06ec-ec44-4615-8600-5898e4db7323.png?v=1777755993","url":"https:\/\/bugsandbeyond.co.uk\/products\/oyster-shell-50g","provider":"Bugs \u0026 Beyond","version":"1.0","type":"link"}