Rainforest Emulating Vivariums

The Rainforest Emulating Vivarium simulates a natural habitat with an innovative internal air flow system and water flow system (patent-pending).  Function is paired with minimalistic design so the enclosure becomes a work of living art.

The active, flow-through system creates a more balanced, healthy environment that is less prone to die-off, environmental crashes and mysterious deaths.  Most of these systems can be automated, giving your more time to enjoy your vivariums.

All Rainforest Emulating Vivariums Include:

  • Patent-pending Air Flow System (fan included)
  • Patent-pending Water Flow System with pre-drilled holes for pump system, choice of location and orientation (pump, humidifier, and drain optional, see mechanical package below)
  • Front access with single- or double-doors
  • Hasp & brass lock with two keys
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • Optional mechanicals package for $75 includes ultrasonic fogger, pump system, and overflow drain

  • Features & Benefits
  • Sizes Available
  • How It Works
  • Benefits of Acrylic
  • Warranty

  • Features & Benefits Include:

    • Easy access with front opening door(s) designed to prevent fruit flies from escaping
    • Internal air-flow system keeps air moving and fresh, improving health of environment
    • Internal water-flow system actively filters and oxygenates water, reducing bad bacteria, fungus and parasite development
    • Separate access for mechanical systems like pump, fogger, fan, etc., creating a safer environment for your animals
    • All access doors click shut with clasps
    • Inlets added for cords and wires
    • Hasp & brass lock included for security
    • Deep 4” base provides flexibility in interior design
    • Greater ability to control environmental factors like humidity, temperature, air & water movement, photo period, day/night cycles, etc.

  • We offer three main sizes in two orientations (vertical or horizontal).  We also offer custom build services.  If you are interested in a custom built vivarium, please contact us to request a quote.  We will work with you to create your ideal enclosure.

    Large: 24" Rainforest Emulating Vivarium

    Our largest standard size, this 24x18x18 vivarium includes front access double-doors, is available in vertical or horizontal orientation.  This 33.7 gallon equivalent is light enough to be eligible for standard FedEx shipping. 

    Medium: 20" Rainforest Emulating Vivarium

    Measuring at 20x16x16, this 22.2 gallon equivalent is available in vertical or horizontal orientations, includes front access double-doors.

    Small: 18" Rainforest Emulating Vivarium

    Measuring at 18x12x12 inches, this 11.2 gallon equivalent is available only in the vertical orientation and includes a single, front access door.  You may choose a left- or right-swing door with no additional charge.

  • It is critical to have air and water movement in a vivarium to prevent bad bacteria, disease and fungal growth.  With our systems, we have essentially achieved the miniaturization of a greenhouse.

    Our patent-pending Air Flow System pulls air from one part of the vivarium and pushes it through to another part of the enclosure ensuring the plants receive constant air movement.  This system significantly improves on existing passive air systems that rely on vents and screens to move air.  Good air flow is important in temperature control and stability, equalizing humidity throughout the vivarium, and keeping bad bacteria and fungus from getting out of control.

    The Water Flow System (patent-pending) is also a separate chamber within the vivarium that hides a small pump and humidifier (ultrasonic fogger).  This chamber also accommodates the addition of a heater and/or chiller (not included) which would allow you to simulate day/night temperature fluctuations.  The pump pulls water through the substrate, filters the water and aerates plant roots, and pushes the water over a drip wall or other water feature.

    The water flow also activates the humidifier, which produces a mist that rolls through the vivarium just as clouds roll through the treetops of a rainforest.  And, all these systems can be synchronized with controllers or timers so you can spend more time enjoying your hobby.
  • There are many benefits of acrylic - and also many misconceptions!  The history of acrylic dates back to discoveries in the late 1700s, with manufacturing of acrylics beginning in the early 1900's.  The acrylics of today have seen significant improvements over those of even 30 years ago, resulting in many of the benefits you can read below.
    • Customization of the vivarium – complete flexibility to design the necessary systems and place them where they are needed
    • Display is crystal clear with a 93% transparency rating – higher than glass!
    • Acrylic is 17 times stronger than glass which decreases breakage
    • Because acrylic is 50% stronger than glass, it is less expensive to ship and easier to move
    • We use only high quality cast acrylic, which is highly scratch resistant; any scratches that do occur can be easily buffed out
    • High color stability, UV resistance and thermal stability
    • 20% more insulating than glass, so temperatures are more stable
    • Bacteria and fungus resistant
    • Leak-proof seams are welded for strong, permanent bond
    • Ease of adding misting systems, drains, heaters, chillers,  and other components to recreate the exact environmental factors to keep your animals and plants happy

    Want to know more about the history of acrylic?  Click here.

  • Limited Lifetime Warranty

    BioVivara offers a limited lifetime warranty on all manufactured acrylic vivariums.  Our acrylic vivariums are guaranteed to be free of defects in materials or workmanship for the lifetime of the vivarium.  This warranty is non-transferrable and is only available to the original purchaser who has completed a product registration form and has maintained original receipt.

    Under this warranty, BioVivara will repair or replace, at its option, a product that under normal use is proven to be defective in materials or craftsmanship. 

    Acrylic bonding of non-museum grade vivariums is subject to occasional bubbles and crazing in the seams; this is to be expected and is not warranted against.  Acrylic vivariums exposed to water are subject to minor expansion or warping; this is to be expected and is not warranted against.

    All components resold by BioVivara are covered under their respective manufacturers’ warranty.  BioVivara does not warrant any component other than its own manufactured products.

    Under no circumstance will BioVivara be held responsible for any damages caused by defective products or for incidental or consequential damages, or for loss incurred from manufacture, sale, use, or misuse of these products.

    Warnings:
    • Do not use any product that contains ammonia, alcohol, or abrasives such as Windex, Comet, Ajax, Lysol, Vinegar, or other commercial cleaners when cleaning the acrylic surface of your acrylic vivarium.  Doing so could cause crazing and/or cause the acrylic to lose clarity.  Use only mild soap and water.  BioVivara does not warrant against crazing or spider cracks – these are caused by incorrect implementation and/or maintenance.
    • Protect your vivarium from chemical fumes, including paint, varnish, etc.  Use of such cleaners, or exposure to chemical fumes, will cause the acrylic to gradually lose its clarity.  In addition, do not use coarse sponges or pads to clean the vivarium.  A soft cloth and water or a polish made specifically for acrylic should be used for cleaning.
    • High intensity lighting, such as Metal Halide or fluorescents are often incorrectly installed.  This type of lighting should be installed a minimum of 14” above the acrylic vivarium top.  Fans should be used to provide sufficient air flow to keep the acrylic vivarium top cool.  Failure to follow these recommendations could cause damage to the vivarium not covered by this warranty.
    • Do not lift or carry the vivarium by the frame, move it while wet or filled with water or any materials/contents, as this could cause damage to the frame.  Always completely empty your vivarium of contents before moving and provide maximum support of base to prevent stress damage.

    Upon discovery of failure, BioVivara will repair or replace the vivarium, at our option, per the terms of this warranty, provided it is returned freight prepaid by the purchaser to the address below and allow BioVivara reasonable time to verify alleged defect by inspection. 

    BioVivara
    P.O. Box 1495
    Grove City, OH 43123

    BioVivara will not be responsible for any defect determined to be caused from misuse, abuse, modification, alteration, or attempted repair by anyone other than a certified BioVivara technician.  By purchasing and operating a vivarium from BioVivara you acknowledge and accept the risks of any accidents and/or damage arising from misuse, poor maintenance, incorrect setup/installation, and ongoing usage.

    This warranty is BioVivara’s sole warranty and sets forth the customer’s exclusive remedy, with respect to defective products; all other warranties, express or implied, whether of merchantability, fitness for purpose, or otherwise are expressly disclaimed by BioVivara.