Substrate

Dark_Angel_x322 · 06-19-03, 05:45 PM

What kind of substrate do you think would be best for a Waterdragon? I use ZooMeds Repti-bark right now but I don't like it. It is leaving a red color on my baby's underside! Do you think the ESU Reptile Lizard Liner Terrarium Carpet is a good choice? I use it for my gecko & tree frogs now.

Thanks!

LISA127 · 06-19-03, 07:43 PM

how about Bed a Beast?

Dragon_Slave · 06-19-03, 09:51 PM

I love using cage carpeting, however... I'm not sure if it is appropriate for water dragons, as I've never owned one.

Tim and Julie B · 06-19-03, 11:57 PM

We use Orchid Bark from Home Depot and Art Knapps. It is the same quality as Repti-bark, but doesn't have all that dye and stuff. It also costs about a third the price too! But be sure to buy Orchid Bark, not Orchid Mix. It holds humidity, which is a little harder to maintain with the carpet, and you can live plant in it too! Another way to maintain humidity. Hope this helps you out,
Julie

Dark_Angel_x322 · 06-20-03, 10:55 AM

Thanks I know I was going to do the bark & soil when I build a big viv for Joker but do you think it will work ok for a 36"x12"x 18" tank? I want something that is easy to clean (or replace) and won 't hurt him with fungi or bacteria build ups too quickly. How often do you clean/replace your bark?

Thanks!

Samba · 06-21-03, 01:23 PM

We use CareFresh for our water dragon. Easy to clean, inexpensive, etc. If you want better quality stuff go for the Bed-A-Beast or Lizard Litter. Those are great choices in my opinion. =)

Dark_Angel_x322 · 06-21-03, 01:32 PM

What about the calcium sands? is there too high a risk for impaction or low humidity?

Samba is this what you use? And if so how long have you used it?

Thanks

LISA127 · 06-21-03, 06:02 PM

i wouldn't use the calcium sand. too high priced and i don't like them. and definetely not for a water dragon! go for the bed a beast.