It's true, by the time you see signs of discomfort, it may be too late because beardies don't show any signs of problems until it is well advanced. But, it sounds like your mind is made up & you're going to continue using the walnut shells, so there's nothing more we can do, but warn you of the risks.cohiba4711":e1b86 said:Well I do have a separate part of the tank custom fitted with an upside down shoebox lid where none of it gets in and where she is usually fed. I guess Zilla's just gonna have to live on the edge haha! If i ever did see any sign of discomfort from her though like leg stretching I would definitely change it right away.
It doesn't mention that it builds up over time in their digestive tracts and that babies have a kink in their digestive tracts that makes it even harder to try to pass it. Also doesn't mention that it hardens like cement.Calci-Sand
T-Rex Calci-Sand is the only substrate for reptiles designed to be not only ingestible, but digestible when swallowed. Calci-Sand clumps readily to wet waste material, drying it and preventing it from spreading. Available in 2 lb. and 5 lb. bags.
There are also some fluorescent UVB's that are absolutely useless as far as UV rays goes like this one:Coil UVB 7.0
Desert Reptile Compact Fluorescent Lamp
This lamp has a moderate to high UVB output as seen in shady environments like rainforest. Reptiles living in these habitats receive less UV radiation because of the many elements that prevent direct sunlight from striking animals and their basking sites. The humidity in these locations is fairly high which filters out some of the UV rays. Weather conditions vary during the day, so there is less sunshine # For reptiles with high UV requirement
# Ideal for all desert reptiles
# High UV output
# UVA (30%) stimulates appetite, activity and reproductive behavior
# UVB (7%) promotes Vitamin D3 synthesis
# Lifetime: 8,000 hours.
# Recommended in combination with Reptie
ESU's DESERT 7% UVB FLUORESCENT 15 WATT WITH REFLECTOR T8
The Reptile Desert 7% UVB Daylight Fluorescent Lamp is a full-spectrum daylight lamp with 7% UVB output for proper calcium adsorption. It is ideal for desert species and all reptiles with high UV requirements. The Desert 7% UVB is reflectorized for high-intensity output.
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