Best Substrate for Desert Reptiles! 

I’ve been wanting a bearded dragon for a long time and i think I’m about ready to get one mostly because of your videos! Your videos have helped me out so much! I really appreciate it :)

I've seen you mention a bioactive tank a few times now, I'm interested in that concept but I am worried about my beardie eating plants that may be toxic. My Question is: are there plants to avoid pairing with a curious beardie? or perhaps the shorter list would be nontoxic plants... thanks so much for all the info so far

Does this include geckos? Because I’ve been wanting a leopard gecko for a while and the internet says sand/reptisand isn’t healthy if ingested and could be fatal. It said reptisoil alone would be fine. Is that true cause I’m a first time reptile owner (I’m js doing research rn) and I don’t want to kill my gecko

Hey, great video! Question, since I have a leopard gecko, could this be considerable substrate I should use? I know they aren’t originally from the straight desert so I’m not sure if it’s okay to use sand. Multiple sites and my vet say that I shouldn’t use substrate and just stick to tile because it’s “dangerous” and the gecko could consume the substrate and die. I really don’t know what to do, I want to go bioactive but I’m too scared. Any tips, please?

How often should I change my bearded dragons topsoil and play sand mix ?

hi i take you are working in usa gallons as i am trying to work out how much roughly how much i would need for a 6 x 2 x 2 uk viv should i just do half of your mix or double it please watched that video 6 times now and i love it top man

How many bags of Reptisoil, Reptisand, Excavator Clay, Jurrasic Naturals Australian and Water would be needed to make this Substrate for a 120 gal 4x2x2 ??? (Not including the 1-2in layer of Jurrasic on top)

Would this amount be enough for two or one 4x2x2?

How do you water it if there is decoration inside? If i just pour water on top the humidity rises too much and it gets swampy. And because of the decorations I can't really mix it after watering.

What do I do if my leopard gecko eats it’s substrate it’s a mix of topsoil and reptile sand i don’t know how old he is but a couple months I’m guessing he’s still small. This was the first time introducing him to the substrate and he ate about three mouth fulls. Will he be okay?

Hi!!! I have a question. Can I use JUST sand in the bearded dragon tank??? Or do you recommend adding a substrate with the sand?

Can use Eco earth and the excavator substrate for a leopard gecko? Or just one of them.

What do I do if my leopard gecko eats it’s substrate it’s a mix of topsoil and reptile sand i don’t know how old he is but a couple months I’m guessing he’s still small. This was the first time introducing him to the substrate and he ate about three mouth fulls. Will he be okay?

i was wondering if you know why my bearded dragon seems to have bags under his eyes in the morning? is this a sign he's not getting enough sleep or what?

How long is the substrate good? How frequently do you change it? :)

Hey i was wondering could i Only use stone desert and desert sand for my beardie because i dont have access to excavator clay and reptisoil in my country

I recently got a baby bearded dragon. Can baby bearded dragons still be on loose sand or should I wait until he gets bigger?

Is getting the mulch out of the Lowe’s top soil recommended or optional ?

What should I get instead of desert sand if I’m at Home Depot

Would we achieve the same arid look with this... -Terra Sahara, THE BIO DUDE -Excavator Clay -ExoTerra Desert Sand -Stone Desert What do you reckon? It's for my Western Hognose but want to make it look like she's a miniature Rattlesnake in Arizona.

Another great video! My bearded dragons appreciate you, Chief.

Awesome info!! We are gearing up for our first beardie and are jumping straight into a 120 gallon tank - with that in mind, would you recommend going the home depot route (and for a single 120 gallon tank - would there still be a ton leftover?) or could we get away with the reptisoil/exvacator clay etc, and if so - what would the mix be for that size tank? Also one last question regarding stone desert mix: you mentioned layering the mix with 1-2" of stone desert, is that on top of the stone desert that you hand-mixed with the rest of the substrate? Thanks!

Hey chief! I have been watching your vids for quite a bit now and was wondering what your heating lamps are. Right now I’m looking to upgrade and you seem to be the only reptile RU-vidr I can trust! It would be much appreciated if you could tell me what brand you use! Again much appreciated!!!!

The mixture you made in this video how many tanks would it fill? I need to fill a 4x2x2 and a 5x2x2

How often would you need to change a substrate like this?

is all this just for one enclosure?

How much would I need for the Mojave Reptile Lounge 48” @ChiefSweetsUniverse

This is a lot of mix how long can I store ? And just store in a tub?

Would this amount be enough for two or one 4x2x2?

Very insightful and practical video. Thank you. I searched this up and this popped up. Glad it did.

Good video. If I'm not trying to go bioactive can I just use excavator clay and Australian sand? Will it work

Can I use sand that is for fish tanks for a bearded dragon?

Can i get away with not using excavator clay and just using peat moss coco peat top soil and sand for my beardie to make burrows or do i need excavotor clay if i do what’s an alternative to the clay for burrows?

Hey where do you get your topsoil for your arid setups? And what brand usually???

Can you use plantation soil from exoterra? I live in Indonesia and I can't find top soil without manure or some kind of fertilizer

How big of a tank will this mix do ? I have a 40 gal right now for a baby beardie and want to do this mix

What if we do all that but also mix in a light amount of repti bark or forest floor? Would that be better for the isopods and springtails?

Can i just just put the stone desert in by itself for my bearded dragon

Instead of a sand layer on top I do a 1cm layer of the excavator clay on top as well as in the soil.

loved the video i like how well you explain things and go into detail with everything. 💯👌 also i thought the tank you were using had a logo or something but i think its just the reflection 🤣🤣🤣

I was just about to search the best substrate for desert lizards. Glad you came out with another banger

Hello! Very informative video. How much of the reptisoil and sand do you recommend for a 40gal tank?

How often would you change the subatrate?

I’ve finally got everything for my bearded dragon but the only thing I’m worried about is the substrate I’ve got. It’s called “desert bedding” like a mix of sand and soil. But it’s been very moist for days and tried to dry it out in the enclosure by mixing it around but it’s the humidity it’s still pretty high. Is there any other good suggestions on substate of sand and soil?

Thank you for this video! I've had my leopard gecko for almost 2 months now and I've been planning on going bioactive with a dirt mix and such instead of the paper towels I've been using. Now I know how to make a good mix for her!

Do you add leaf litter as well for leopard gecko setups? Do you prefer bioactive with cleanup crew?

Hey just a quick question, I had bought some scotts topsoil the specific red bag with peat moss and it had a very potent smell but the smell went away after airing and declumping the topsoil is it harmful or can I still use it ?

Is tile good?

Thanks bro I know you might not see this but my dragon says thanks

Thanks for all the hard work you put into these videos. Ive gotten a ton outta what you put out there. Do you have any experience with "biodude Terra Sahara" substrate?

Will just desert and stuff from home depo alone work fine as well? It’s about time for me to upgrade and I’m looking forwards to a nice desert enclosure.

Very informative! Would you like to see my bearded dragon video?

is that mix for one enclosure or multiple?

What size screen do you use to sift the top soil?

Love this video, will be sharing it with our Reptile group 🦎❤

How do you clear their poop and whatnot?

So 3 parts top soil, 1 part sand, 1 part excavator clay for a leopard gecko?

i dont even have a lizard (just a leopard gecko) but your videos are so informative + fun to watch i watch them anyways lol !

Can’t wait to make a bio active terrarium

I am just about to order all this for my baby! Thank you so much

thank you so much. Gerat info

Hi, I've watched every video

Thank you i have been waiting for this vid

Can you do a reptile room tour

You know it’s a good day when this guy posts a video!

How frequent do you clean his tank?

Awesome video

Would this amount be enough for two or one 4x2x2?