Terrarium (from lat. terra-earth) - capacity, which created the necessary conditions for the maintenance of some animals (amphibians and reptiles, insects and other invertebrates), as well as plants. Most terrariums are made of glass, metal frame or base, plastic and wood. For land animals on a bottom fill sand or the earth, put stones, a moss and a turf, plant plants. For tree species in the terrarium set snags and hang vines. As a rule, in the cage there is a bowl of water, often partially buried in the ground. It is extremely important to maintain a certain more or less constant temperature and humidity. Lighting and heating is carried out by specialized equipment, which removes the need for natural light.