Question about shipping......

[scm133]

I read that shipping geckos with packing styrofoam peanuts, and a heat pack will produce toxic fumes. This was from a reputable breeder. Is this really true? Need opinions.

 

[scm133]

Actually, I just got a reply from SYR, and they stated they never heard of this, and they ship with peanuts and heat packs with no problems. Glad to hear!!!

 

[Josh2]

Thanks for the update!
I could see if the heat pack gets way too hot or opens up maybe the chemicals inside would not combine well with styrofoam but that's probably a really rare occurrence

 

[Geckomaster743]

You almost scared me right there, I've never heard about shipping with Peanuts causing harm, but buying a cheaper brand of peanuts or one that looks really low quality could be the reason why a fume theory was created. I guess as long as you care about the item you use for your gecko shipping or use a reputable brand you shouldn't worry