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Zilla Pet Reptile Terrarium Substrate Bedding, Walnut Desert Blend, for Bearded Dragons, Monitors, Skinks and Uromastyx, 5 Quart
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- IDEAL FOR DESERT-DWELLING REPTILES: specifically designed for adult bearded dragons, monitors, desert skinks, uromastyx and more.
- SAFE FOR GLASS terrariums. This alternative to sand substrate will not scratch glass like sand.
- LOW-MAINTENANCE AND EASY TO CLEAN, simply remove substrate monthly and replace.
- EXCELLENT HEAT CONDUCTION to contribute to a warm and comfortable habitat ideal for desert-dwelling reptiles.
- STIMULATES NATURAL BEHAVIORS in reptiles by providing a sand-like substrate that promotes natural digging and burrowing behavior for your reptile.
- Ground English walnut shells replicate natural habitats and create an attractive desert environment, Will not scratch glass like sand and provides excellent heat-conducting, Stimulates natural digging and burrowing behavior and is an excellent heat conductor, Ideal bedding depth in enclosure is 1 to 2-inches, remove and replace bedding monthly, Ideal for desert dwelling reptiles such as: adult bearded dragons, monitors, desert skinks and uromastyx
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Recommended bedding depth with Zilla Desert Blend is 1 to 2 inches, providing a suitable environment for reptiles to exhibit their natural behaviors.
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For All Reptile OwnersAt Zilla, we celebrate the diversity of reptile keepers and the way they express themselves through their pets. Zilla’s mission is to help you unleash your awesomeness through the power of reptiles! |
Ideal for Desert-DwellersCreate a warm, comfortable and natural-feeling environment for desert reptiles to thrive in. This substrate stimulates natural digging and burrowing behaviors, promoting overall well-being. Available in 5-, 10- or 25-quart bags. |
Glass-friendly Alternative to SandThis product is a ground substrate made from 100% natural English walnut shells, designed as an alternative to sand that will not scratch glass enclosures. |
Everything You Need for Reptile CareZilla is committed to producing innovative products to build and maintain a healthy reptile habitat. From terrariums to bedding, lighting to décor—Zilla provides all the necessary components for the successful keeping of reptiles and amphibians. |
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Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 7.3 x 16.5 x 3.8 inches; 7.5 Pounds
- Item model number : 100533126
- Department : Unisex-Adult
- Date First Available : September 30, 2004
- Manufacturer : Central Garden & Pet
- ASIN : B001OVGPH6
- Country of Origin : USA
- Best Sellers Rank: #17,835 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)
- #21 in Terrarium Bedding
- Customer Reviews:
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Product information
| Item Weight | 7.5 pounds |
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| Department | Unisex-Adult |
| Manufacturer | Central Garden & Pet |
| ASIN | B001OVGPH6 |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Item model number | 100533126 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
| Date First Available | September 30, 2004 |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 16.45 x 8.94 x 3.46 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.3 x 16.5 x 3.8 inches |
| Item Weight | 7.5 Pounds |
| Brand Name | Zilla |
| Target Audience Keyword | reptiles, reptile-and-amphibian-pets |
| Directions | A suitable alternative to sand to recreate a reptile's desert habitat. |
| Model Name | Reptile Terrarium Bedding Substrate Desert Blend ECOM |
| Color | Walnut |
| Size | 5-Quart Bag |
| Material | Walnut Wood |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Care Instructions | Remove and replace bedding as needed |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Central Garden & Pet |
| Style | Walnut Desert Blend |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Included Components | Zilla Pet Reptile Terrarium Substrate Bedding, Walnut Desert Blend, for Bearded Dragons, Monitors, Skinks and Uromastyx, 5 Quart |
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Recreate your desert-dweller’s natural habitat with a beautiful sand alternative made with 100% natural ground English walnut shells. Zilla Desert Blend provides your reptile with the same experience as sand without the risk of scratching and ruining their glass enclosure. The ground walnut shells are an excellent heat-conducting substrate keeps the habitat warm and comfortable for reptiles that prefer arid conditions. The substrate stimulates natural digging and burrowing behaviors and will be an important part of the habitat promoting the overall well-being of your reptile. For ideal bedding depth, provide 1 to 2 inches of Zilla Desert Blend in the enclosure to provide a suitable desert-like environment. This is also a low maintenance bedding option. To clean, simple remove substrate once a month and replace. This ground English walnut shell substrate is ideal for desert-dwelling reptiles such as, adult bearded dragons, monitors, desert skinks, uromastyx and more. Celebrate your pet and Rep Yourself, with Zilla.
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Recreate a reptile’s desert habitat with attractive, 100% natural ground English walnut shell. Ground to a uniform size, this bedding provides a comfortable home for desert-dwelling reptiles by retaining heat. This material is made in the USA, and can be readily composted with everyday yard waste. For hatchling and juvenile reptiles, it is recommended to use a Zilla Terrarium Liner.Highlights
- Creates a natural and attractive desert environment
- Excellent heat conductor
- Stimulates natural digging and burrowing behavior
Ideal For
- Bearded Dragons
- Uromastyx
- Monitors
- Skinks
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1% Natural Ground English Walnut
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A suitable alternative to sand to recreate a reptile's desert habitat.
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Customers like the quality, value, ease of cleaning, versatility, and appearance of the pet supplies. They mention that it performs very well for their purpose, it's a great value, and that it makes a difference in the cleanliness of their brass. They also say that it'll make your brass cases come out nice and shiny.
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Customers like the quality of the pet supplies. They mention it performs very well for their purpose, is very pleased with the results, and is clean and fine. Some say it works nicely for quails, leaves the brass shiny, and better than new. Some mention that it cleans faster and better then corn cob media, and that it works great for brass tumbling and on old rusty reloading dies.
"...It cleans faster and better than corn cob media. It cleans the inside of cases where the corn cob doesn't seem to...." Read more
"...They come out shiny. Enough said, last a long time. Cheers" Read more
"...Other than that, this substrate is great." Read more
"Expensive but works nicely for my quails." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the pet supplies. They say it's a great product, cheap, and great as tumbling media.
"So the price is great. Less expensive than the local Petco. I don't have a lizard. I use it as media to tumble once fired brass from the range...." Read more
"...great success, and I couldn't be happier to get so much at such a great price..." Read more
"Highly recommended. Would reorder. Price is reasonable." Read more
"Expensive but works nicely for my quails." Read more
Customers find the cleaning powder easy to use. They mention it's a breeze to clean small reptile pets, brass, and shells. Some say the powder is coarse enough to clean easily.
"...It cleans faster and better than corn cob media. It cleans the inside of cases where the corn cob doesn't seem to...." Read more
"...This product, intended for use with small reptilian pets, is already clean, dry and dust free, so that's a major plus over a large quantity of sand...." Read more
"...It’s easy to clean and gives him more of a natural environment." Read more
"Easy to clean and safe for my reptile if she eats it with her critters." Read more
Customers find the pet supplies to be versatile. They say it makes a good filler for pin cushions, cleans brass, and is perfect for making pin cushions. Some say the walnut shells sharpen the pins.
"...Can also be used in pincushions or as an additive to potting soils." Read more
"...it is a cost effective way to clean brass and it makes a good filler for pin cushions...." Read more
"...Clean shells, no dust. Good crafting supply. I don't have a reptile so can't comment on that." Read more
"...However, this stuff makes fine stuffing for pin cushions and is awesome for sandblasting metal. It biodegrades and that’s wonderful...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the product. They mention that it works well, makes brass cases nice and shiny, and brings used brass cartridges to a high luster. The product has a very nice look to it, and tarnish than limishine. It gets brass shiny in short order, and has s good color.
"...no plugging up of the case primer pocket or port and does a great job making it shinny. For me cleaning and polishing I will use this...." Read more
"...my first ever batch of cold process soap and these ground walnut shells look wonderful mixed in, giving my soap a nice old fashion home made look..." Read more
"...to do about 3 60gallon enclosures and very easy to clean up and looks great if you were going to do a desert enclosure!" Read more
"...I add some mineral spirit and NuFinish to the mix and the brass comes out polished clean with no dust or debris...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the polishing of the product. They mention that it is excellent for brass tumbler, great for polishing pistol brass, perfect for vibratory polishers, and wonderful for use in tumbler for polish ammo casings and bullets.
"...pets too, since that's its intended purpose, but it's also perfect for my hobbying...." Read more
"Very useful for reloaders who tumble their brass...." Read more
"...It is great for that use. The pieces could be a "bit" larger, but what can one expect when they use a lizard litter for a birds cage." Read more
"Perfect for bullet/casing tumbler. Much cheaper that the store bought stuff for the other purpose." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the dust that the pet supplies produce. They mention that it works great and doesn't leave dust plumes. Some say that it doesn's better than old, dusty, worn out media.
"...The Zilla crushed walnut with NuFinish is perfect. No dust, no plugging up of the case primer pocket or port and does a great job making it shinny...." Read more
"...for use with small reptilian pets, is already clean, dry and dust free, so that's a major plus over a large quantity of sand...." Read more
"...on inside of the case but that doesn't bother me...no issues with residue on outside of cases...." Read more
"...With the walnut shells, there is almost no dust plumes at all when I clean, not to mention it weighs less and costs MUCH less than sand...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the smell of the pet supplies. They mention that it has a good neutral smell and it easily absorbs moisture, so they don't have to worry about mold or funky odors.
"...grains or seeds, it doesn't easily absorb moisture, so no worries about mold or funky odors...." Read more
"...Also, it doesn’t smell." Read more
"...I liked this product because it seemed basically odorless, had enough weight when pouring outside to not be blown away, and was uniformly ground..." Read more
"...This clumps and keeps odors at bay. Not once have I had a smelly cage and I've been using this for nine years...." Read more
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The Zilla crushed walnut with NuFinish is perfect. No dust, no plugging up of the case primer pocket or port and does a great job making it shinny. For me cleaning and polishing I will use this. I like the KISS method, Keep It Stupid Simple. I primarily use ULTRA SONIC cleaning, and the polish is to just finish it off. I thought I'd never get a polisher, but I finally broke down and bought one. Strictly speaking you don't need it because ultrasonic is great. However the shells are a little dull and have some uneven splotches. I bought a Frankford Arsenals Vibrator at the same time I bought the Zilla walnut on Amazon, so free shipping. I run it for about 2 hours on about 100-150 9mm cases. They come out shiny. Enough said, last a long time. Cheers
As with all loose substrate, I don't feed him on it directly to avoid impaction. I put his worms and roaches in a shallow dish, and feed him crickets mostly by hand. Occasionally he gets some in his mouth, but I keep an eye on him and he poops it right out. You have to make sure your lizard is getting enough water and heat, otherwise they can even become impacted from too many mealworms. Don't put unhealthy or juvenile lizards on loose substrate. My other leopard gecko, who can't see very well and always misses at least two times before she manages to get a worm in her mouth, is on reptile carpet, otherwise she'd be eating more substrate than her actual food.
I feel that this is much better than aspen, because the grains are much smaller and can't hurt their insides if they ingest it.
The only problem I have with this is that my leopard gecko kicks it into his water bowl and it stains it red. Other than that, this substrate is great.
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2020
As with all loose substrate, I don't feed him on it directly to avoid impaction. I put his worms and roaches in a shallow dish, and feed him crickets mostly by hand. Occasionally he gets some in his mouth, but I keep an eye on him and he poops it right out. You have to make sure your lizard is getting enough water and heat, otherwise they can even become impacted from too many mealworms. Don't put unhealthy or juvenile lizards on loose substrate. My other leopard gecko, who can't see very well and always misses at least two times before she manages to get a worm in her mouth, is on reptile carpet, otherwise she'd be eating more substrate than her actual food.
I feel that this is much better than aspen, because the grains are much smaller and can't hurt their insides if they ingest it.
The only problem I have with this is that my leopard gecko kicks it into his water bowl and it stains it red. Other than that, this substrate is great.
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I'm including a picture of the first few hundred. EDIT: Btw the 25Qt bag is a BIG bag, around 30 pounds of it, I'm going to have some of this stuff left in 5 years lol
Reviewed in Canada on April 23, 2016
I'm including a picture of the first few hundred. EDIT: Btw the 25Qt bag is a BIG bag, around 30 pounds of it, I'm going to have some of this stuff left in 5 years lol




























