substrate for my leopard gecko

[kiwikaz58]

Hi could anyone tell me if ground wallnut is ok to use for my leopard gecko if not what is best to use.

 

[Elizabeth Freer]

Hi could anyone tell me if ground wallnut is ok to use for my leopard gecko if not what is best to use.

Welcome to Geckos Unlimited where geckophiles hang out .

Ground walnut is a poor choice for a leopard gecko substrate as are ALL particulate substrates due to an extremely high risk of impaction :-(.

Best choices are textured tiles: slate, ceramic, or porcelain. Paper towels can be used in a pinch till you find some tiles. Reptile carpet harbors bacteria from the feces and the urine.