{"product_id":"et-riverbed-sand-brown-4-5kg-pt3107","title":"Exo Terra Riverbed Sand Brown 4.5kg – Natural Aquatic Substrate PT3107","description":"\u003cp\u003eET Riverbed Sand Brown is a natural, extremely fine-grained sand sourced from African riverbeds, designed for aqua-terrariums and vivarium setups where substrate safety and naturalism matter. It is particularly well suited to aquatic turtles, soft-shell turtles, frogs, and salamanders — species that burrow, rest on, or regularly come into contact with their substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Riverbed Sand Works for These Species\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, aquatic and semi-aquatic reptiles and amphibians live on soft, yielding riverbeds — not gravel or coarse rock. Rough substrates can abrade sensitive skin and underbellies, causing tissue damage over time. ET Riverbed Sand Brown replicates the fine, smooth texture of a natural riverbed, allowing soft-shell turtles and burrowing species to dig and settle without risk of injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety When Ingested\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccidental ingestion of substrate is a reality with aquatic and ground-dwelling species. Unlike gravel or pebbles, which can cause serious digestive problems, this sand is sufficiently fine to pass through the digestive system without obstruction. This makes it a considerably safer choice than coarser alternatives for species that feed at the substrate level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComposition and Natural Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormed naturally over time in African riverbeds — extremely fine and rounded grain structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo added dyes or artificial colourants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo chemical treatments or additives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown colouration is entirely natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Use It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimary substrate for aquatic and semi-aquatic turtle setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for soft-shell turtles that require fine substrate for burrowing behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for frogs and salamanders in aqua-terrariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan also be used as a substrate in dry desert terrarium builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eET Riverbed Sand Brown gives keepers a substrate that supports natural behaviour, reduces injury risk, and keeps the setup looking clean and authentic — without any of the guesswork that comes with untreated or chemically altered alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54148559274321,"sku":"SHS021","price":9.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/SHS021_1.jpg?v=1782599497","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/et-riverbed-sand-brown-4-5kg-pt3107","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}