The TERA-TOP is a revolutionary new flexible design in aquarium tank screen tops, that mounts directly to the tank edge on all four sides using industrial strength hook-and-loop tape that adheres to the tank molding. The superior strength of the hook-and-loop tape holds the entire perimeter of the TERA-TOP safely and securely. Terrarium environments remain neat and attractive...free of any clips or suction cups (Gone are the days of clumsy weights and clips attached to rigid-frame style tank tops).

USING A TERA-TOP IS AS EASY AS 1-2-3
You can open any side or corner...retaining secure access at all times! To Open the Entire Top, Simply Peel Back Three Sides and Roll Back the TERA-TOP... the remaining Side Acts As Hinge. Service Your Pet's Home for Feeding or Cleaning Needs, then simply lay TERA-TOP Back Into Position and Press Hook and Loop Edges Together...Tera-Top is Re-Sealed and Secure!

Whatever the shape or size, TERA-TOPS are the most versatile aquarium/terrarium covers ever devised and the most rugged for keeping the animals safely in and unwanted intruders out. Made to industrial standards to last for many years of regular use. TERA-TOPS feature the finest materials available. The wire metal mesh screen covers use galvanized steel wire mesh, so there is no need to worry about rusting or corrosion. FINE WIRE METAL MESH: TERA-TOPS are ideal for sealing in small flying or crawling insects, spiders, scorpions, etc., (including live foods.) With TERA-TOP'S super seal there is no worry about loose fitting lids ...you can feed your lizards flies and crickets without fear of escapees. REGULAR WIRE METAL MESH: TERA-TOPS allow for peace of mind with unparallelled safety and security...no more need for weights, clips or suction cups. These TERA-TOPS easily hold in the strongest of snakes and lizards; and the heavy wire mesh screen deters rodents from gnawing out. This is the most popular screen mesh TERA-TOP for most reptiles, amphibians and small animals. SOFT PLASTIC MESH (fine soft mesh plastic screen fabric) TERA-TOPS prevent nose abrasions in snakes and lizards. Soft plastic mesh won't crease or bend out of shape, and is easily washed and disinfected. SOFT, CRYSTAL- CLEAR VINYL FILM TERA-TOPS are constructed from clear vinyl sheeting and have no screen mesh openings, thereby providing a controlled temperature and humidity environment. Vent holes can be added where needed by using a paper punch. For Hand Feeding Birds: Use TERA-TOPS to keep other curious pets away from baby birds; and to prevent escape during early flight attempts. The TERA-TOP is also ideal for use as a cover for hospital and isolation cages.

DO NOT use SOFT PLASTIC MESH TOPS with chewing or gnawing animals or CLEAR VINYL TOPS with animals requiring anything other than minimal air flow and oxygen levels (CLEAR VINYL TERA·TOPS are ideal for insects, fishes and some terrariums.)

 

REGULAR METAL WIRE MESH 
The OASIS® TERA-TOP Regular Wire Screen Mesh style is suitable for most terrarium habitat needs. The wire mesh is very sturdy, rust and corrosion resistant, and allows maximum air flow through the entire top surface of the tank cover. Even the strongest inhabitant will meet his match when he comes against this strong wire mesh combined with the exceptionally strong bond along the hook & loop sealed edges.

This is the also most commonly used style for large sized specimens that will benefit from having a heat lamp overhead...the lamp can sit directly on the center of the wire mesh.

The TERA-TOP Regular Wire Metal Screen Mesh is available in rectangular and hexagonal shapes to fit most sizes of major manufacturers' aquariums. Each TERA-TOP features a black hook-and-loop tape edge and carries a 2-year guarantee.

FINE METAL WIRE SCREEN
The OASIS® TERA-TOP Fine Wire Screen Mesh style is suitable for most habitats that house insects, spiders, very small reptiles and amphibians, breeding colonies producing small young and animals requiring live flying or crawling food that could "escape" larger wire mesh. The fine wire mesh is closely spaced to insure that your specimens stay in the habitat where you want them. Small inhabitants will be retained behind this fine metal mesh, while still allowing direct overhead heat lamps.

The small opening size of the fine screen mesh makes this style an excellent choice for use with young babies and hatchlings, insects, and specimens with small feet and toes that could get caught in the larger mesh of the Regular Metal Wire Screen Mesh style.

The TERA-TOP Fine Wire Mesh is available in rectangular and hexagonal shapes to fit most sizes of major manufacturers' aquariums, features a black hook-and-loop tape edge and carries a 2-year guarantee.

SOFT FINE PLASTIC FABRIC MESH
The OASIS® TERA·TOP SOFT PLASTIC MESH style is suitable for most habitats that house snakes, reptiles and amphibians with tender, easily injured skin. The soft plastic mesh is flexible and gentle, giving way when these curious creatures press noses against it. Nose rubs and similar injuries are a thing of the past with new TERA·TOP SOFT PLASTIC MESH. Even the most sensitive skinned inhabitant will be safe and scuff-free when he comes nose-to-nose with TERA-TOP SOFT PLASTIC MESH.

The TERA-TOP SOFT PLASTIC MESH is available in rectangular and hexagonal shapes to fit most sizes of major manufacturers' aquariums, features a black hook-and-loop tape edge and carries a 2-year guarantee.

TERA-TOP SOFT PLASTIC MESH is not suitable for direct application of heat lamps...an internal heat rock or pad as the heat source should be used instead.

CLEAR VINYL SHEETING (SOLID, NON-MESH)
The OASIS® TERA·TOP CLEAR VINYL SHEET style is suitable for most habitats that are designed as terrariums. The CLEAR VINYL SHEET will retain moisture, making it suitable for use in certain hatching situations and environments where a rain-forest like situation is the correct habitat for the animal or plant specimens. CLEAR VINYL SHEET is flexible and gentle, giving way when curious creatures press noses against it. Vent or airline holes can be added using a standard paper punch.

The TERA-TOP CLEAR VINYL SHEET is available in rectangular and hexagonal shapes to fit most sizes of major manufacturers' aquariums, features a black hook-and-loop tape edge and carries a 2-year guarantee.

TERA-TOP CLEAR VINYL SHEET is not suitable for direct application of heat lamps...an internal heat source such as a "heat rock" or pad should be used instead.

HELPFUL HINTS ON THE USE OF TERA-TOPS

THE NEED FOR HEAT: Many inhabitants of aquarium type environments need a source of heat to duplicate their native climates. Unlike rigid plastic aquarium tops, both Fine and Regular Wire Mesh TERA·TOPS allow you to place your incandescent "heat" lamps directly on the wire mesh. This offers exceptional versatility for aquarium /terrarium habitats.

DO NOT PLACE THE HEAT SOURCE DIRECTLY ON THE RIBBON EDGE OF THE TERA·TOP. DO NOT USE ANY HEAT LAMP, HEAT SOURCE or INCANDESCENT LAMP DIRECTLY ON SOFT PLASTIC TOPS or CLEAR VINYL TOPS...Use Heat Sources on Wire Mesh ONLY.

AIR QUALITY CONTROL: The glass sides of aquarium habitats offer an unsurpassed view, but also cut down on air circulation. TERA-TOP's unique hook & loop edge-seal system allows air hoses to pass through at any point, especially at the corners. This allows for air pumps to be used with all environments containing reptiles, amphibians and small animals. Simply pass an air line into the habitat and camouflage with landscaping or stones. The supply of fresh air moves the heavier-than-air gases produced by animal waste products up and out through the TERA·TOP. The constant supply of fresh air assures a healthy life-style for your pet.

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