Each species of reptile has it's own unique environment that is essential to its health and well being. This requires a great deal of research on your part so you will be prepared when bringing the new reptile into your home. Here you will find a wide range of experience and a wealth of knowledge for you to do just that. Whether you want to just enjoy a reptile pet or get into breeding reptiles you need expert guidance to effectively have a happy and healthy environment for your new hobby.
Before you bring any reptile pet home you must first have it's habitat completely ready and heated to the proper temperature for whatever reptile pet you have chosen.
Leopard geckos are a life you'll be responsible for. It is worth spending a few dollars and learning what to do to properly take care of them now. Not knowing how to take care of them properly could end up costing you more.
Our ebook discusses how to give your leopard gecko what it needs. The price you pay for this ebook and the valuable information you get from it could save you time, money and it might help prevent making costly mistakes when caring for your leopard gecko.
Covers all the basic aspects needed to keep a healthy pet Bearded dragon. Some of the topics covered include purchasing, handling and feeding of these animals. It also includes detailed information on the correct and different methods of housing, a comprehensive zoology section where Beardies are seen in their natural environments, loads of feedstuffs that can be fed with recipes and the correct lighting and supplementation for happy healthy animals
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The bubbling stump reptiles will love. Creates needed humidity Can be used with any air pump (sold separately) Bowl assists in the shedding process Measures 1.75 inches high x 6.5 inches in diameter at base, actual water containing area measures 4.25 inches in diameter. Includes one airstone and 8 feet of stealth airline Made of heavy, impact-resistant resin
Titles in this series present basic information on reptiles plus specific instructions for their care. Each book opens with a description of the animal as it exists in its natural habitat, then continues with information on its life cycle and distribution in nature. Readers then get advice on selecting a good specimen, determining sex, and providing proper housing, feeding, and health care. Books are heavily illustrated with instructive color photos. Author(s): R.D. Bartlett and Patricia Bartlett Barron's Educational Series, 2003 Paperback, 48 pages
Provide your reptiles, amphibians and tarantulas bedding material that enhances their environment and is environmentally friendly. Bed-A-Beast is made from 100% natural fiber which is also 100% recyclable. One disk is about .03 ounces and is enough for a 10-gallon terrarium. Can be left moist for tropical terrain or dried for desert terrain. Features: Made from 100% natural materials Easy to prepare: 1 brick expands 7-8 times Non-toxic and non-abrasive to the skin & eyes Highly absorbent Harmless if ingested Directions To use wet: To prepare, place block in a pail, sink or large pot. Add 3-4 quarts of hot water. Allow block to expand for 20-30 minutes. Fluff out material by hand. Wring out excess moisture if desired. To use dry: Squeeze out excess moisture, spread thinly, allow to dry in the sun as required. Bed-A-Beast bedding makes an excellent soil additive for gardening and can be used as a replacement for Sphagnum Peat Moss. Used bedding can also be safely composted. Made in Sri Lanka
Titles in the extensive Complete Pet Owner's Manuals series provide pet owners with basic information on keeping healthy, contented, well-cared-for animals. The series includes approximately 175 titles and covers pets of every kind: dogs, cats, and birds of many breeds, as well as fish, reptiles, rabbits, hamsters, and just about any other animal that people keep as a pet. Facts and advice cover all aspects of pet care, which include proper feeding, housing, health care, grooming, training, and much more. The text in each manual is supplemented with many vivid, full-color photos, and with instructive, anatomically accurate line art. Each manual has been individually written by a breeder, trainer, veterinarian, or experienced animal specialist. Author(s): R.D. Bartlett and Patricia Bartlett Paperback, 96 pages Barron's Educational Series, 2008
Land hermit crabs are fun, fascinating little creatures that make great pets for your home or classroom. Ideal for people eight years old and up, these crustaceans are long-term companions that live approximately ten years. This starter kit contains all the essentials to create a healthy habitat for your pet hermit crab. This kit can accommodate up to three crabs. Also great for small reptiles, amphibians and insects. Includes: High quality plastic habitat with ventilated lid, one drinking dish with sponge, two hermit crab shells, one food dish and a climbing wall. Starter Kit Set-Up: 1. Attach the climbing wall to the inside of the back panel with suction cups (included). 2. Line the habitat with appropriate bedding/substrate (not included). 3. Add food and water dishes (included). 4. Treat water with dechlorinator so it's safe for crabs to drink (not included). 5. Add a hiding place, such as a half log (not included). 6. Add extra shells (included) and other decorations. 7. Place up to three hermit crabs in the habitat. 8. Fasten lid on top of the habitat. 9. Place the habitat in a low traffic area, out of direct sunlight and drafts. Other Items You'll Need (not included): Hermit crab food & treats Tap water conditioner Spray bottle for misting (crabs need 60% or greater humidity) Hermit crab bedding/substrate (gravel, sand, bark, or soil acceptable) Habitat cleaner Heat mat (crabs should be kept between 70° - 75° F) An extra dish for soaking Hermit crab salt Fascinating Facts about Hermit Crabs Hermit crabs prefer to live in groups of two or more. Hermit crabs change shells as they grow. Provide at least two larger shells of varying sizes. Hermit crabs shed their outer skin so they can grown. When this happens, their bodies are temporarily soft and vulnerable. Isolat
offers enthusiasts detailed advice and information on everything from choosing and acquiring an animal to its feeding, housing, breeding, and health care. The author, an expert herpetologist, discusses advantages and disadvantages of acquiring captive-bred animals verses collecting them from the wild. He also advises on which reptiles and amphibians amateurs should avoid collecting, how to maintain hygienic and properly heated and lighted cages and terrariums, and how to treat the animals' injuries and ailments. Finally, he names and describes the 25 best reptiles and amphibians for hobbyists to acquire and maintain, and tells why they are the best. Among them are the Corn Snake, the Garter Snake, the African Fat-tailed Gecko, the Red-footed Tortoise, the Green Treefrog, and 20 more. Color photos throughout. Author: R. D. Bartlett Paperback, 160 pages Barron's Educational Series, 2006
The Exo Terra Screen Terrarium is an ideal habitat for many reptiles and amphibians. The bottom is completely waterproof and can hold up to 3" of water or moist substrate. The screen design allows for maximum air circulation, ensuring that the terrarium is well ventilated. The continuous air circulation also helps to minimize odors and fungus. To raise air humidity in the terrarium: regular misting, moistened substrate, or an Exo Terra Waterfall with Fogger (sold separately) can be used. To maintain a higher level of humidity in the terrarium, live plants (or Exo Terra Jungle Plants - also sold separately) can be added. The addition of an Exo Terra Background (sold separately) will help control the misting water and retain it inside the habitat. Compatible with Exo Terra Terrarium Stands, Compact Tops, and the Exo Terra Digital Thermometer and Hygrometers. (All items sold separately.) Features: Easy to install Extremely well ventilated Sliding front access door Sturdy, lightweight construction Ideal for Chameleons and many arboreal species UV light permeable For indoor and outdoor use Sliding front door for easy access - locks to prevent escape Easy to open and lock top screen Closable wire and tube inlets Made from very fine black mesh, provides easy viewing Made in China.
Leopard Geckos are one of the most popular lizards in the hobby. Learn about housing, nutrition, health care and breeding of these reptiles and others in the same family, including fat-tailed and bearded geckos.
The highly acclaimed Advanced Vivarium Systems books, founded and guided by herpetocultural pioneer Philippe de Vosjoli, are the #1 books on reptile care. From choosing a pet to selecting a veterinarian to feeding, housing, breeding, and more, these books deliver the most helpful and up-to-date information available on popular reptiles and amphibians kept as pets. Author: Russ Case BowTie Press, 2006 Paperback, 120 pages
All animals shown in this volume can be purchased at pet stores and other outlets. The authors advise on the do's and don'ts of purchasing, proper caging, and correct feeding. Each animal profile includes the species' place of origin, its size from hatchling to adult, lifespan, and general behavior traits. A wide array of animals are coveredsnakes, lizards, skinks, geckos, turtles and tortoises, frogs, toads, salamanders, tarantulas, scorpions, mantids, crabsand even cockroaches. 269 color illustrations. Author(s): Patricia P. Bartlett, Billy Griswold, DVM, and R.D. Bartlett Barron's Educational Series, 2001 Paperback, 228 pages
This guide is a complete care manual for the interesting and colorful tree frogs, containing information on numerous species, including red-eyes, green, dumpy, and Cuban tree frogs, along with the monkey frogs, milk frogs, and more. Covering housing, diet, breeding, and health care, this book provides everything a tree-frog keeper needs to know.
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