Exo Terra Desert Sand, 10-Pound, Black
Original price was: $15.99.$14.99Current price is: $14.99.



Price: $15.99 - $14.99
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Exo Terra’s desert terrarium sand is natural real desert sand with no added dyes or chemicals. The sand has been sifted to remove impurities and to obtain a homogenous sand grain size. Creates a natural and attractive desert environment. Excellent heat conductor. Stimulates natural digging and burrowing behavior. Suitable as egg-laying substrate. Available in black color. Available in 10-pound plastic bag.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : Yes
Product Dimensions : 1.5 x 9.2 x 2.5 inches; 10 Pounds
Item model number : PT3101
Date First Available : April 8, 2008
Manufacturer : Rolf C. Hagen (USA) Corp.
ASIN : B0017JG1H4
Best Sellers Rank: #31,074 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #7 in Terrarium Sand
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The sand has been sifted to remove impurities and to obtain a homogenous sand grain size
Creates a natural and attractive desert environment
Excellent heat conductor; stimulates natural digging and burrowing behavior, suitable as egg-laying substrate
Available in 10-pound plastic bag and black color
Customers say
Customers find the desert sand visually appealing, particularly noting how it makes terrariums look “bad ass” and appreciate its true black color. Moreover, the product receives positive feedback for its quality and value. However, the grain size receives mixed reviews, with one customer noting it feels like fiberglass. Additionally, while some customers find it safe for bearded dragons, others warn it’s not suitable for fish.
13 reviews for Exo Terra Desert Sand, 10-Pound, Black
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Original price was: $15.99.$14.99Current price is: $14.99.
Jasmine Machado –
Its Reptile sand not Aquarium sand
Perfect product. For anyone curious of it and where you want to use it its versatile. But do NOT put it in water or any aquariums if you want your aquatic plants and aquatic pets to live. Theres a reason aquatic sand exists this product specifically comes from an arid environment and is only meant to stay dry and is for reptiles who have a natural dry habitat. Do not use in aquariums yes your going to find that its got some minerals in it not safe for fish or any aquatic species its not meant for consumption or water its literally sand sifted from dirt in an arid location where theres not much water. Purchase aquarium safe sand not reptile sand.
Marcusbrown –
Reptile sand substrate
Works well for my know tail gecko and dune gecko
Rachel Hoglen –
Great product
Always love this for my leopard gecko. Never had an issue with it .
Amazon Customer –
My Leopard Gecko Gives It A Thumbs Up ð
Can say I am now a fan of black sand. I didnât know how much my leopard gecko would enjoy it. However she is obsessed. Would definitely recommend ð
Skylar Tew –
Odor
Has a odor
Terry –
Best thing for my Gecko
Basic supply for leopard GeckosÂ
TheWhiteRaven –
Sand is very nice in the box.
Be careful if you order this sand with other items. I ordered a few things as one does when you make a Amazon order, and the sand was packaged with a few fake plants and one bag came just fine while the other came completely busted wide open. The sand it’s self is really pretty and exactly what I was wanting for my leopard gecko enclosure but now I have to carefully clean it out of the big box it exploded in. Otherwise it’s great.
Dante Noah –
I use this for rear bag
I purchased a rear bag for my f class rifle and they recommended me to fill it with this sand. And it works really good
Emil Nordin –
Som väntat
SC –
A very fine sand that could be used for an hour glass. Great for mixing into soils for plants that require drainage and is not coarse and heavy for all of it to end up at the bottom of the planter. Also great for controlling fungus gnats by layering at least 1/2â of this sand on top of the soil. Once wet, the sand locks together with the water surface tension and feels solid but water drains through easily. There is no chance for gnats to go in or come out.
Kleinwelt –
Son productos de calidad. Muy contentos con la compra
Leonie ihring –
Der Sand ist wunderschön und speichert die wärme richtig gut.Meine Bartagame liebt den Sand 😀
Carlos cortés –
Exoterra siempre es lo mejor