Description
Vitamin-Fortified Desert Sand That Works as Hard as It Looks – Zoo Med VitaSand Blue
Zoo Med VitaSand Blue is an all-natural, vitamin-fortified calcium carbonate substrate designed for desert-dwelling reptiles. Free of artificial color sealers, it delivers a striking blue-toned desert aesthetic while providing added nutritional benefits through calcium and beta carotene fortification.
This 3-pack of 10 lb bags is ideal for bearded dragons, uromastyx lizards, monitors, geckos including leopard geckos, and desert tortoises. The ultra-fine grade helps reduce the risk of impaction from over-consumption, and the formula does not contain fat-soluble vitamins that can be toxic in large doses.
Key Benefits
All-natural calcium carbonate substrate – no artificial color sealers
Vitamin-fortified with beta carotene for added health benefits
Increases calcium delivery in desert reptile species
Ultra-fine grade to help reduce impaction risk
Does not contain fat-soluble vitamins that can be toxic in large doses
Why Reptile Owners Choose It
VitaSand Blue offers reptile keepers a visually distinctive substrate that combines a bold, eye-catching blue aesthetic with the nutritional benefits of calcium and vitamin fortification. It’s a practical choice for keepers who want a unique enclosure look alongside added wellness support for their desert reptiles.
Quick Product Snapshot
Product Type
Reptile Substrate – Calcium Sand
Color
Blue
Size
10 lb per bag
Package Contents
3 bags (30 lb total)
Intended Use
Desert reptile enclosures
Brand
Zoo Med
Weight
31.2 lbs
Feature and Design Breakdown
VitaSand is made from calcium carbonate, a naturally occurring mineral that gives the substrate its fine, ultra-smooth texture. The Blue colorway provides a bold, distinctive aesthetic for reptile enclosures. Fortified with vitamins and beta carotene, the substrate offers incidental nutritional support without the risks associated with fat-soluble vitamin additives.
Usage Guidance
Suitable for bearded dragons, uromastyx lizards, monitors, geckos including leopard geckos, and desert tortoises. Use as a primary substrate in desert-style terrariums. The ultra-fine grade is designed to help minimize impaction risk from incidental ingestion.
Ideal For Reptile Keepers Who…
Keep bearded dragons, uromastyx, monitors, geckos, or desert tortoises
Want a bold, distinctive substrate with no artificial color sealers
Prefer a substrate with added calcium and vitamin fortification
Are setting up or refreshing a desert-style terrarium
FAQ
Which reptiles is VitaSand suitable for?
VitaSand is recommended for bearded dragons, uromastyx lizards, monitors, geckos including leopard geckos, and desert tortoises.
Does VitaSand contain fat-soluble vitamins?
No. The formula does not contain fat-soluble vitamins, which can be toxic to reptiles in large doses.
How much substrate is included?
This listing includes 3 bags of 10 lb each, for a total of 30 lbs.
Product Highlights
All-natural calcium carbonate – no artificial color sealers
Vitamin and beta carotene fortified for added health benefits
Ultra-fine grade to help reduce impaction risk
Ideal for bearded dragons, uromastyx, monitors, geckos, and desert tortoises
3-pack – 30 lbs total
Product Specifications
Brand
Zoo Med
SKU
097612762655
Barcode
097612762655
Product Type
Reptile Bedding and Substrates
Color
Blue
Size
10 lb per bag
Package Contents
3 bags (30 lb total)
Weight
31.2 lbs
Intended Use
Desert reptile enclosures – bearded dragons, uromastyx, monitors, geckos, desert tortoises
Special Features
Vitamin-fortified, beta carotene, no fat-soluble vitamins, no artificial color sealers
