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product_id: 50022655
title: "Desert Sand, 4.5 Kg, Yellow"
brand: "exo terra"
price: "₱9274"
currency: PHP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Exo Terra"
url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/50022655-desert-sand-4-5-kg-yellow
store_origin: PH
region: Philippines
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# Excellent heat conductor Stimulates natural digging behavior 100% natural desert sand Desert Sand, 4.5 Kg, Yellow

**Brand:** exo terra
**Price:** ₱9274
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏜️ Elevate your terrarium with nature’s own desert sand—because your reptile deserves the real deal!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Desert Sand, 4.5 Kg, Yellow by exo terra
- **How much does it cost?** ₱9274 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/50022655-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

- • **Clean & Safe:** Sifted to remove impurities, ensuring a safe, odorless, and easy-to-maintain substrate.
- • **Behavioral Enrichment:** Encourages natural digging and burrowing, promoting active and healthy pets.
- • **Aesthetic Desert Vibes:** Creates a visually stunning, natural desert environment that elevates any terrarium setup.
- • **Pure Desert Authenticity:** Crafted from 100% natural sand with zero dyes or chemicals for a pristine habitat.
- • **Optimal Thermal Regulation:** Superior heat conduction supports your reptile’s natural thermoregulation needs.

## Overview

Exo Terra Desert Sand is a 4.5 kg pack of 100% natural, dye-free desert sand designed specifically for reptile terrariums. It offers excellent heat conduction to support reptile thermoregulation, stimulates natural digging and burrowing behaviors, and creates an authentic desert environment. The sand is sifted for purity, safe for all life stages, and highly rated for quality and ease of use.

## 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 P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); Safety Warning Please read the product description before use. Box Contains Each order comes with 1 x Exo Terra Desert Sand, Yellow, 4.5 kg, PT3103 See more

Review: Great quality - Easy to clean through. Safe for reptiles. Great value. Compact size for storage. Soft sand. Functional and versatile for enclosures setups
Review: Brilliant sand - Brilliant sand for hamsters. This red sand isn’t dyed and therefore safe, good value, beautifully pigmented, and holds liquid well. Had no odour, and can be simply poured into the container. Good sized bag can fill a 30cm sand bath.

## 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 |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0017JJQUS |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 1,885 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 1 in Terrarium Sand |
| Breed Recommendation | All sizes |
| Closure | Pull on |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,692) |
| Date First Available | 22 Aug. 2009 |
| EU Energy Efficiency Label | A |
| Inner Material | See description |
| Item Weight | 4.54 kg |
| Item model number | PT3103 |
| Material Composition | 100% mixed |
| Minimum Weight Recommendation | 10 Pounds |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Outer Material | Man-made |
| Pet Life Stage | All life stages |
| Pet Type | Reptile |
| Product Dimensions | 3.81 x 23.37 x 6.35 cm; 4.54 kg |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | 4.5 kg (Pack of 1) |
| Special features | Natural Product |
| Specific Uses | Behaviour |

## Product Details

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

## Images

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

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** 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 quality
*by J***N on 22 October 2025*

Easy to clean through. Safe for reptiles. Great value. Compact size for storage. Soft sand. Functional and versatile for enclosures setups

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant sand
*by H***I on 22 November 2024*

Brilliant sand for hamsters. This red sand isn’t dyed and therefore safe, good value, beautifully pigmented, and holds liquid well. Had no odour, and can be simply poured into the container. Good sized bag can fill a 30cm sand bath.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quick Delivery & Good Product
*by M***K on 18 July 2025*

Bought red and yellow for a bearded dragon tank after upgrading tank size. Will definitely buy again - so much easier than lugging it home myself and arrived so quickly.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Exo Terra Desert Sand, 10-Pound, Yellow
- Cold Life Easy to Clean Sifting Litter Scoop Shovel for Small Pets Or Reptile Terrarium Sand Waste,Green,9 inches
- Jurassic Natural Australian Desert Dragon Habitat Substrate for Bearded Dragons and Other Lizards, Red, 10lb

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*Last updated: 2026-03-15*