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RE: Dirt & Gnats

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Posted by: Neal_ at Sat Jun 10 12:14:55 2006   [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by Neal_ ]  
   

Hi Aubrey, I don't think any of the more experienced keepers would recommend a dirt/playsand combo for V. melinus. Leaf litter or a dirt/leaf combo is a much better choice. I use oak leaf litter.

One advantage of using leaf litter with a water-type monitor, is that the water tub will not get mucked up as much.

I think gnats should be way down on your list of concerns.

Cheers,
Neal

   

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