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bob
at Fri Nov 27 16:55:44 2009 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by bob ]
Depending on the size of the monitor dictates what we use, yes monitors love to dig but dirt/sand can cause problems in the eyes of hatchlings, cypress mulch is the best thing for hatchlings or even 1/4 size pea gravel. I try to use things large enough that they couldnt ingest or get in the eyes and cause problems. Monitors dig to escape heat and retain moisture among other reasons, feeling secure is one of the big reasons. Security can be had in other means besides dirt such as cork bark flats, flat rock put together to form an enlongated triangle works well and the monitor can adjust itself as it grows to fit snug and secure inside the triangular shape. We only really use dirt/sand for nesting sites/breeding. Cypress mulch will hold some humidity if you water it down. Whatever substrate you decide to use keep in mind monitors like to dig to hide and any cage decor should be sitting on the very bottom of the cage to avoid the monitor undermining it and crushing itself.
Good luck, Bob
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RE: Red ackie lighting - bob, Fri Nov 27 16:55:44 2009