black throat substrate?

[Bsixxx]

What is the ideal substrate for Black throat monitors?
I have done alot of reading and research on them, and there really isn't a set substrate for them.. I have heard backyard dirt is ideal for digging, burrowing, and even breaks down bacteria from waste. But also heard it was bad cause it carries disease, and if they cut themselves the dirt can cause infections.. then heard to use sand, as it is good for keeping heat in, but read that it can eventually kill the monitor..

So what is an ideal substrate for a black throat monitor?

I was thinking big ole wood chips, or backyard dirt..

 

[Bsixxx]

ttt?
any suggestions?

 

[CTU2fan]

I've used backyard dirt and cypress mulch, and mixtures of both, with success. The big pine chips/nuggets aren't the best idea though, not great for digging and I imagine not all that "comfortable" for the monitor.

 

[varanio]

Backyard dirt given you dont spray for pesticides and there isnt too many fertilizers, should do well with some plain ole playsand from the orange box.

 

[Bsixxx]

ok thank you.
I am going to use backyard dirt and cypress mulch, maybe playsand..

 

[Mike D]

do a mix of the three. ive used that mix for many burrowing reps. ive also use top soil, peat moss, sand combo as well with good results