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product_id: 50022655
title: "Exo Terra Desert Sand, 4.5 Kg, Yellow"
brand: "exo terra"
price: "$U8712"
currency: UYU
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/50022655-exo-terra-desert-sand-4-5-kg-yellow
store_origin: UY
region: Uruguay
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# Excellent heat conductor Stimulates natural digging behavior 100% natural desert sand Exo Terra Desert Sand, 4.5 Kg, Yellow

**Brand:** exo terra
**Price:** $U8712
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏜️ Transform your terrarium into a desert oasis – where nature meets nurture!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Exo Terra Desert Sand, 4.5 Kg, Yellow by exo terra
- **How much does it cost?** $U8712 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/50022655-exo-terra-desert-sand-4-5-kg-yellow)

## Best For

- exo terra enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted exo terra brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Behavioral Enrichment:** Encourages natural digging and burrowing, promoting healthy reptile activity.
- • **Aesthetic Desert Vibes:** Creates a visually stunning, natural desert environment that elevates any terrarium.
- • **Pure Desert Authenticity:** 100% natural sand with zero dyes or chemicals for a pristine habitat.
- • **Ready for All Life Stages:** Perfectly sifted grain size suitable for reptiles of all sizes and ages.
- • **Optimal Thermal Regulation:** Superior heat conduction mimics real desert warmth, enhancing reptile comfort.

## Overview

Exo Terra Desert Sand is a 4.5 kg pack of 100% natural, dye-free desert sand designed specifically for reptile terrariums. Its excellent heat conduction supports optimal temperature regulation, while the uniform grain size encourages natural digging and burrowing behaviors. Ideal for all reptile species and life stages, it creates an authentic and visually appealing desert habitat.

## Description

Product Description               Exo Terra's Desert Terrarium Sand is natural real desert sand with no added dyes or chemicals. The sand has been sifted to remove impurities and to obtain a homogenous sand grain size.                  Directions               Follow individual packaging instructions               
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## Features

- Natural desert sand, no added dyes or chemicals
- Excellent heat conductor
- Stimulates natural digging and burrowing behaviour
- Creates a natural and attractive desert environment

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Pet Type | Reptile |
| Product Dimensions | 3.81 x 23.37 x 6.35 cm; 4.54 kg |
| Item model number | PT3103 |
| Breed Recommendation | All sizes |
| Pet Life Stage | All life stages |
| Material Composition | 100% mixed |
| Outer Material | Man-made |
| Inner Material | See description |
| Closure | Pull on |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Size | 10-Pound |
| Minimum Weight Recommendation | 4.54 kg |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Special features | Natural Product |
| Specific Uses | Behaviour |
| Batteries required | No |
| Batteries Included | No |
| EU Energy Efficiency Label | A |
| Item Weight | 4.54 kg |

## Product Details

- **Theme:** Animals, Food and Drinks
- **Breed recommendation:** All sizes
- **Brand:** Exo Terra
- **Recommended uses for product:** Indoor
- **Cartoon character:** Desert

## Images

![Exo Terra Desert Sand, 4.5 Kg, Yellow - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61z1DAaBVVL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Colour Name, Size Name** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it good for Syrian hamster?**
A: No, the dust off this would be too much for a hamster and may cause respiratory problems

**Q: Can i use this sand for an artificial plant?**
A: I dont see why not

**Q: This sand came up when I searched for "aquarium sand", is it suitable for this?**
A: I have this sand in all four of my tanks and the plecs and fish love it also its good for growing plant life hope this helps

**Q: Can I use this sand for formicarium?**
A: not quite sure what you mean but I have used mine in my gecko home.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great sand
*by S***A on 30 June 2024*

Bought for rabbit to play in as he loves to dig. Not too dusty. Nice sand.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gecko substrate
*by G***E on 22 November 2024*

I bought this for my leopard gecko - he seems quite happy on it so I can’t complain :)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Desert sand
*by P***S on 10 June 2024*

This item was well packaged no spills good quality

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Store origin: UY*
*Last updated: 2026-01-22*