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Whats the perfect DRY substrate for a G.rose tarantula?

Im getting a rose hair tarantula soon and I just needa know Wich DRY substrate is perfect for that kind of species.Also I dont want a substrate that would grow mold and parasites. I dont want to deal with that :(Thank you.

Answer:

just get the same pads that were on there before.
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Go to Dennis Kirk web site. Many different brands and compounds are available. Choose your level of performance. Happy Trails!
Any chemical/fertilizer free top soil or potting soil, Vermiculite with coconut coir is another good choice. Mold is usually from the substrate being too damp/wet, and/or poor ventilation in the cage. You don't want the substrate to be completely dry, this is what stabilizes the humidity in the terrarium. Parasites would be introduced, possibly be feeding wild caught insects, or a substrate that is not properly prepared. There is not much risk of parasites, especially if substrates and feed bugs are purchased at pet stores, or captive bred feed insects.

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