AK Reptiles and Custom Background Designs

19/07/2025

The Substrate Co. Is doing another interstate delivery run. Be sure to send them a message if you're after premium bio-active supplies for your reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates.



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Delivery run to Melbourne now confirmed!!

We are doing a delivery run as per below, Brisbane to Melbourne then back to Brisbane via Dubbo.

Current delivery stops include:
- Byron Bay
- Coffs
- Newcastle
- Central Coast
- Sydney
- Albury/Wodonga
- Melbourne
- Dubbo

If you're after premium substrates or anything else bio-active for your reptiles, amphibians or invertebrates then reach out to us by 2pm Wednesday 31 July and save $$$$ on shipping. Buy bulk and save up to 15% off.

We currently have in stock:

Substrates:
- Tropical
- Temperate
- Dry Woodlands
- Southern Grasslands
We also have small, medium and large bioactive kits available.

Clean-up crews:
- Springtails
- Isopods

Misc:
- Groundcover

18/07/2025

The Substrate Co. Is doing a potential delivery run from Brisbane to Melbourne in the coming weeks.

If you're interested in placing an order and saving on shipping, please send us a message.

- bioactive kits
- substrates
- drainage layers
- springtails
- isopods
- groundcover

Thanks everyone for all the ongoing support!

17/06/2025

Last minute decision to attend this weekends Ipswich Pet and Reptile Expo!

Will be another fun filled weekend with some amazing vendors. We will of course have some custom setups available on the day along with The Substrate Co. premium substrates and everything else you may need put those final touches on your bio-active setup.

Drop by and say hello, we look forward to seeing you.

14/06/2025

We're back attending the Port Macquarie Reptile Expo 2025 hosted by North Coast Herpetology Group! Make sure you drop by and say hello.

Plenty of stock to choose from.

07/06/2025

📢 Important Announcement!

Starting June 16, 2025, we will be implementing a price increase on our products. This decision comes as we can no longer absorb the substantial price hikes from our suppliers. We remain committed to offering you competitive pricing and maintaining our focus on value for money. We appreciate your continued support as we navigate these changes together! So, if you're after a premium background for your enclosure make sure you reach out to us. Payment plans available!

Thank you for choosing AK Reptiles and Custom Background Designs!

02/06/2025

Nature 4 You have once again smashed it out of the park with another new edition of the Snakes of Australia series!

Be sure to jump on their website and pre-order now!

24/05/2025

We have 20 Dainty/Graceful Green Tree Frogs 🐸 (Litoria gracilenta) looking for new 🏠. Located Northern Brissy, freight available.

Sizes are around 5 cent piece.

PM for details.

14/05/2025

AK Reptiles and Custom Background Designs in conjunction with are returning to the North Coast Herpetology Group Reptile Expo 2025!

📅 When? Saturday, 24th May 2025
⏰ Time? 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 Where? 12 Owen Street, Port Macquarie, NSW

We cater for all species both large and small whether you have a dainty tree frog or a 10kg olive, we can make your vision become reality. Drop by and say hello, chat to us about designs and ask us any questions you may have.

🛒 15% off all stock as well as any orders placed on the day of the expo only! So be sure to drop by, chat to us about your reptile vision and we can make it happen.

Buy your tickets via the below link:

https://loom.ly/ri6b88M

We hope to see you there!

After last year's incredible success, we’re back and ready to slither into another amazing adventure at the Port Macquarie Reptile Expo!

08/05/2025

Due to a change in circumstances, I have the following animals available:

Ready now:
Spotted tree monitor (Varanus scarlaris pelewensis) - pair
Spotted tree monitor (Varanus scarlaris) - NT locale x3
Tree skinks (E.striolata) - Breeding pair
Cunningham's skink (Egernia cunninghami) x4 - sold
Southern spiny-tailed gecko (Strophurus intermedius) x1 - sold

Ready in a few weeks;
Dainty tree frogs (Litoria gracilenta) x25+

Please shoot me a msg for further details.

05/05/2025

bio-active substrates can now be found at Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium!

03/05/2025

Make sure you head over to the new home of our bio-active substrates, and give the page a like and a follow!

02/05/2025

Highly recommend people attend Echo’s lizard land on open day! It's an absolute must with access to quality information regarding animal care, naturalistic setups and of course, top notch quality enclosures! Get in quick and make a booking.