Norway Cones

Norway Cones — Natural Enrichment for Isopods, Millipedes & Bioactive Setups

Norway Cones (Picea abies) are a premium natural bioactive terrarium supply for terrariums and isopods. Sustainably sourced and dried, these cones provide natural shelter, a foraging surface, and a slow-release food source — all in one. One of nature's clever little features: these cones will open up in warm conditions and close back down when it's cold, making them a fascinating and functional addition to any enclosure.

Why Isopods & Millipedes Love Norway Cones

• Natural shelter & hides — The layered scales create cosy nooks for isopods and millipedes to tuck into, rest, and moult safely away from light and disturbance.
• Natural food source — As Norway cones slowly soften and break down, isopods and millipedes will graze on the organic matter, fungi, and biofilm that develop on the surface.
• Tannin release — Releases beneficial tannins into the enclosure, contributing to a slightly acidic, naturalistic environment many invertebrate species thrive in.
• Natural humidity & temperature indicator — Opens when warm, closes when cold — a brilliant visual cue for enclosure conditions.
• Drives the decomposition cycle — Perfect for clean-up crews and healthy ecosystems, feeding beneficial bacteria, fungi, and microfauna as they break down.
• 100% natural & chemical-free — Sustainably sourced and safe for all bioactive inhabitants.

Great for Reptiles & Amphibians

• Lizards & geckos — Norway cones add natural structure and foraging enrichment to bioactive vivarium builds for species such as crested geckos, day geckos, and anoles.
• Dart frogs & tree frogs — Their moisture-retaining structure helps maintain the humid microenvironments these amphibians depend on, while the organic breakdown supports microfauna populations.
• Salamanders & newts — The sheltered crevices between cone scales provide the cool, damp retreats terrestrial salamanders naturally seek out.
• Tortoises — Scattered across a tortoise enclosure, Norway cones add naturalistic enrichment and foraging interest.

Great for Aquariums & Aquatic Setups

• Blackwater aquariums — Norway cones release tannins into the water, contributing to the soft, acidic water chemistry that benefits bettas, tetras, and dwarf cichlids.
• Shrimp tanks — Dwarf shrimp such as Neocaridina and Caridina will graze on the biofilm that develops on decomposing cones, making them a great shrimp tank addition.
• Paludariums — Used in the terrestrial zone, Norway cones add naturalistic texture and support microfauna in mixed land-and-water setups.

Great for Small Pets

• Rabbits & guinea pigs — Norway cones make wonderful natural gnawing toys for small herbivores, helping to keep teeth worn down naturally while providing enrichment and foraging interest.
• Hamsters, gerbils & mice — Perfect for burrowing and nesting enrichment. Small rodents love to investigate, gnaw, and interact with natural pine cones in their enclosures.
• Rats — Highly intelligent and food-motivated, rats benefit greatly from foraging enrichment. Norway cones can be stuffed with treats or scattered through their enclosure to encourage natural exploratory behaviour.

Great for Invertebrates

• Tarantulas & scorpions — Add natural ground cover and shelter to bioactive tarantula and scorpion enclosures.
• Stick insects & beetles — Provide foraging surfaces and structural enrichment in naturalistic setups.
• Hermit crabs — Norway cones add organic matter and natural texture to hermit crab enclosures.

Great for Birds

• Parrots — A brilliant natural foraging toy. Stuff with treats or hang in the cage to encourage instinctive foraging behaviours and provide excellent beak and mental enrichment.
• Finches, canaries & budgies — Small birds enjoy pecking at and interacting with natural cones, adding stimulation and variety to their environment.
• Planted & bioactive aviaries — Scattered naturally through the aviary floor, Norway cones add a beautiful woodland aesthetic and encourage natural foraging behaviours.

A high-quality organic material for bioactive setups UK-wide, suitable for reptiles, amphibians, aquariums, small pets, birds, and microfauna habitats, as well as all isopod and millipede species including Porcellio scaber, Armadillidium vulgare, Cubaris sp., Narceus sp., and many more.

Disclaimer: While every effort is taken to ensure our products are safe for use, we strongly recommend cleaning and sterilising them yourself before introducing them to your enclosure.