Dangers Of Vermiculite

[furryscaly]

Not sure if this is where I'd post this, but here goes.

There's evidence to support vermiculite contains a dangerous, asbestos-like substance that can cause lung problems in humans. Here's a link to some info on it. I know many people use it in their vivariums. This new found info is already addressed in the general care of tarantulas article at tarantulas.com too. Better change your substrate.

http://www.epa.gov/asbestos/verm.html

[Mygala]

Thanks for the info.

I've never liked vermiculite. Long ago I changed just about every invertebrate I have to cypress mulch. I like it MUCH better!

Bob

[Fuzzy]

Quote: Originally Posted by furryscaly Not sure if this is where I'd post this, but here goes. There's evidence to support vermiculite contains a dangerous, asbestos-like substance that can cause lung problems in humans. Here's a link to some info on it. I know many people use it in their vivariums. This new found info is already addressed in the general care of tarantulas article at tarantulas.com too. Better change your substrate. http://www.epa.gov/asbestos/verm.html

Thank you.

I almost ended up using this as a whole substrate for my Grammotsola Rosea tarantula. Ended up with peat moss instead.