{"product_id":"coconut-half-shell","title":"Coconut Shell Half","description":"\u003cp\u003eCoconut shell halves are half of a coconut with the fiber with no door cut out.  Some may have a small hole on the end where the three indentations are on the top of whole coconuts, but otherwise, it is a solid half shell.  These coconuts are from the \u003cem\u003eCocos nucifera\u003c\/em\u003e tree. These coconut shells are durable, and they can be used for craft projects, aquariums, bird toys, and terrariums.  In aquariums and terrariums, inhabitants can use the shell as hides or as a water bowl.  Birds also enjoy using toys made with coconut shells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCocos nucifera\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coconut shell with fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3.25 inches to 4.25 inches in diameter.  Highly variable and the top half of the shell may have a small hole where the three \"eyes\" or germination pores are located.  See photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Natural:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organically sourced and naturally dried, free from artificial chemicals — safe and sustainable for all applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e When properly prepared, coconuts promote \u003cstrong\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/strong\u003e that shrimp and snails love to graze on, create \u003cstrong\u003emicrofauna hotspots\u003c\/strong\u003e, and provide unique curved hiding spots that contribute to a naturalistic \u003cstrong\u003eblackwater aquascape\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBioactive Terrarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides hiding spots and a food source for isopods and springtails, enriches the substrate as they break down, and encourages foraging and exploration.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBirds \u0026amp; Small Animals:  \u003c\/strong\u003eBirds, sugar gliders, hamsters, mice, guinea pigs, gerbils, and other small animals enjoy coconut shells for chewing and hiding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Art Projects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Their raw bowl shape can be often used in candle making or other creative projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boil for at least 15 minutes to help them sink and leach initial tannins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoak:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak in clean water overnight or longer, changing water daily, until fully waterlogged and desired tannin level is reached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once they sink and you've achieved your desired water coloration, add to your tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a natural product, each shell will vary in size, shape, and color. Intended for decorative, craft, and aquarium\/vivarium use only. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eNot\u003c\/u\u003e for human consumption.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NaturePods Botanicals","offers":[{"title":"1 Coconut Shell Half","offer_id":47162693124284,"sku":"1CocoHalfShell","price":1.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Coconut Shell Halves","offer_id":47162693157052,"sku":"3Coco Half Shells","price":4.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Coconut Shell Halves","offer_id":47162726187196,"sku":"10 Coco Half Shells","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/3304\/2620\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_245a4e70-abde-4315-aa25-95ceca1ced12.jpg?v=1786368535","url":"https:\/\/www.naturepodsbotanicals.com\/products\/coconut-half-shell","provider":"NaturePods Botanicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}