Vita-Sand
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AL-ZVO-10E
Product information "Vita-Sand"
Vita-Sand
Natural calcium carbonate substrate containing vitamins as a substrate in your terrarium
Extra fine substrate to prevent impaction when consumed
Health benefits due to increased calcium supply and enrichment with vitamins and beta-carotene
Excellent substrate for bearded dragons, Uromastys lizards, monitor lizards, geckos, desert tortoises and many other terrarium animals.
Available in the colours:
- White
- Gold
- Orange
Directions for use:
Pour the contents of the bag onto the terrarium floor. The depth of the Vita-Sand should be 4cm or less. If more than 4cm of sand is poured on, do not use under heaters (tank warmers or heating pad-like devices).
Remove contamination as necessary with a sieve or similar. Replace all sand if an unpleasant odour develops or after 6 months.
Warning:
If your animals show a strong tendency to consume substrate, we recommend the following:
1. check your husbandry - read a good reference book on reptile husbandry, insebsodere of your particular species, as this behaviour may be a sign of other problems.
2. make sure you provide sufficient light sources with UVB for your animal.
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Composition
Calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate, iron oxide, beta-carotene, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), calcium panthothenate, vitamin B12, biotin, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine HCL), niacin, riboflavin, vitamin B1 (thiamine HCL), folic acid, dicalcium phosphate
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