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[…]Narrow-Headed and Bibron’s Giant Softshells. Today I’d like to introduce this most unique turtle family. Natural History Twenty four species of Softshell Turtles, all classified within the family Trionychidae, are found in Africa, North America (where 3 species occur) and Asia (they range to New Guinea, but have not reached […]
[…]three elements to provide our reptiles with healthy environments. Ultraviolet B Light (UVB) By basking under UVB light rays with a wavelength of 290-315 nanometers, many lizards, turtles and crocodilians synthesize Vitamin D3 in their skin. Vitamin D3 allows these animals to utilize dietary calcium. Without D3, dietary calcium is […]
[…]have, however, manifested themselves in recent months. Record numbers of dead and dying sea turtles were found last winter. Only a small percentage of the recovered turtles were carrying a coating of oil on their skin, but this does not rule oil out as the culprit. From clogged bile ducts to weakened […]
[…]to present your own turtle with some feeding challenges? Check out Zoo Med’s Floating Turtle Feeder. (please see photo below). Wood Turtle owners are always impressed by their pets’ responsiveness – please see the article linked below, and post your own observations. Lizards that Plan and Remember Monitor lizards never […]
[…]see the article below and look out for future notes. Further Reading Videos: Turtle markets,China Malaysian Giant Turtle hatches Florida Softshell feeding upon heron Working with Leatherbacks Turtle Survival Alliance Alligator and Common Snappers Painted Batagur image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by Open Cage Orlitia borneensis […]
[…]F, and moving about daily, they lost almost no weight over their 3 month fasting period. Keeping Turtles in Winter Sliders, Snapping Turtles and others that refuse to feed as fall approaches can be kept in water that is at average room temperature (65-68F) or a bit higher over the […]
[…]of the Chihuahuan Desert, this 500 square mile oasis is also home to another very rare and unusual turtle – Coahuilan box turtle, Terrapene coahuila. Long isolated from related species, the 75+ animal species endemic to Cuatro Cienegas have developed a host of unusual survival strategies. The Coahuilan box turtle, […]
[…]marine fishes and other natural food items, they make active, long-lived pets. Other Salt Marsh Turtles Snapping turtles often enter brackish environments…indeed some populations are specifically adapted to such. I have had good success in raising snapper hatchlings on diets composed of approximately 50% marine-based organisms. The eastern mud turtle […]
[…]few species (shrimp are packaged along with food sticks in ReptoMin Select-a-Food. Other pelleted turtle foods should also be included in the diets of aquatic turtles, newts, tadpoles and frogs, as each contains different ingredients that may supply important micro-nutrients. Products Formulated for Aquarium and Table Fishes A great deal […]
[…]habitats, and which seems to be evolving unique adaptations to survive there – the Snapping Turtle, Chelydra serpentina. A Turtle Banquet The Long Island (NY) tidal creeks (please see photo) that I frequent seem “paved” with crabs, marine worms, snails, bottom fishes, mussels, clams, shrimp and other foods that could […]
[…]most captive reptiles, maximum UVB exposure is best assured by placing the UVB bulb near a basking (heat producing) bulb. As the animal seeks warmth under the basking bulb, it is also positioning itself near the UVB source. It occurred to me that the small size of compact bulbs may […]
[…]remain healthy, tortoises need a thermal gradient – that is, they must be able to move from hot basking sites to cooler areas, and most benefit from a dip in temperature at night. Other concerns include difficulties in providing a stimulating environment and in maintaining cleanliness. Outdoor Enclosures Outdoor maintenance […]
[…]below. The Scope of the Problem When I began looking into the mercury content of food trade turtles some years ago (very high, by the way!), Florida Softshell Turtles (Apalone ferox) dominated the NYC markets. Today, one more commonly sees the Chinese Softshell (Pelodiscus sinensis). Although rare within its […]
[…]if you wish to help). Further Reading Keeping Snapping and Alligator Snapping Turtles Snapping Turtles in Brackish Water […]
[…]care of confiscated animals – creatures which they might otherwise see in zoos only, if at all. Turtle Rehabilitation Turtles are the reptiles most commonly brought to rehabilitators, and because even “non-herpers” like turtles, it is with these creatures that we have developed our greatest expertise. In my work as […]
[…]great success – Freeze Dried Bloodworms, Shrimp Pellets, Hikari First Bites Fish Food and Hikari Turtle Sticks ground into a fine powder. Kyle has observed the tadpoles taking in sizable (relatively speaking!) pieces of food, and reports no losses since formulating this diet. Thanks, Kyle – no more expensive Nettle […]
[…]often centered on the carapace, adds to the difficulties involved in keeping these unusual turtles. Nile Softshell Turtle (Trionx triunguis) Although certain populations are in decline, this huge aquatic turtle has a large range, and seems to be doing well in some areas. Youngsters occasionally appear in the trade, […]
[…]herps “become bored” with crickets, mealworms and other staples. A Link between Diet and Basking Behavior The researchers conducting the 1990 prey-choice study theorized that reptiles may be able to track their nutrient intake, and then select prey accordingly…in essence balancing their diet. Fast forward to 2011, when some very […]
[…]world’s 24 species of Softshell Turtles (Family Trionychidae) depart radically from the typical turtle body plan, and their behavior holds many surprises for those familiar with “normal” turtles. In Part 1 of this article we looked at their natural history and diet, and discussed the basics of captive care. I also […]
[…]equipment, and their care can be quite time consuming. One possible exception is the Common Musk Turtle and such relatives as the North American Mud Turtle. While not exactly “simple” to care for, they make excellent choices for someone set on turtle ownership. Maxing out at 5 inches or so, […]
[…]for live food specialists such as the mata mata, nearly every aquatic and semi-aquatic turtle relishes ReptoMin and freeze dried shrimp. Due to the high calcium needs of growing turtles, I tend to supplement their diets quite frequently with whole fishes and crayfish as well. I vary the percentage of […]
[…]Anachris and other hearty aquatic plants, many of which are important natural foods for aquatic turtles. Keep a few minnows in the pond to consume mosquito larvae. You can also easily (almost too easily!) grow water hyacinth and water lettuce – both look great in terrariums housing frogs, newts and […]
[…]turtle wrangler who hauled him out for closer inspection! Snappers are about as cold-tolerant as a turtle can be…several years ago I found one basking on February 16th. By mid-April, they are usually their normal feisty selves, ready and willing to do battle…not so this cold, old fellow. […]
[…]habitats. Interesting surprises awaited – for example, I found that Red-Eared Sliders basking on a cool March day in NYC were able to raise their temperatures by at least 20 F above that of the air. Creating suitable basking areas for my pets and exhibit animals suddenly became much simpler. […]
[…]Reading Video of the experiment described above is posted here. Please see my article on Wood Turtle Intelligence for a look at another remarkably bright Chelonian. Many of the lizards I’ve worked with have shown remarkable learning abilities…please see Learning in Rhino Iguanas and other Lizards. Bottom Red-footed Tortoise image […]
[…]in several species. Adults can be fed 5-7 times weekly, juveniles daily. Further Reading NY Turtle & Tortoise Society Seminar (Galapagos Tortoises, others) Turtle Conservancy Newsletter: Ploughshare Tortoises mating Tortoises Learn by Imitation Radiated Tortoise videos and info Flat Tailed Tortoise image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by […]
[…]tree stumps to the shallows. On return visits to the river, the children were happy to see both turtles and water snakes utilizing the new basking spots. Water Snakes in NYC Another surprisingly effective project that I enjoyed was the reintroduction of northern water snakes to the banks of the […]
[…]Snakes (Opheodrys aestivus and O. vernalis). Heat An ambient temperature of 70-76 F is ideal. A basking site of 80-85F should be available as well. Light There is some evidence that, in contrast to most snakes, Green Snakes benefit from exposure to UVB light. A moderate-output bulb, such as the […]
[…]“instructions” printed on the box directed budding herpetologists to feed their charges “turtle food” (dried ant pupae, at the time) and “sugar water”. We now know that Green Anoles do lap at nectar, but a bowl of sugar water and dried pupae were, to say the least, not welcomed by […]
[…]daytime period of 12-14 hours should be established. Heat Ambient temperatures of 82-88 F, with a basking spot of 90-95 F, will suit most (please post below for information on individual species). Incandescent spotlights may be used by day; ceramic heaters or red/black reptile “night bulbs” are useful after dark. […]
[…]water. Diet The natural diet consists largely of crabs, crayfish and fish, but frogs, tadpoles, turtle and other reptile eggs, shrimp, snails, nestling birds, planigales and other small mammals, large insects and carrion are also taken. They have been observed foraging in dumps, with discarded sausages apparently being a favored […]
[…]companies. Since childhood, I have longed to successfully keep the striking Malayan snail-eating turtle, Malayemys subtrijuga. I have had moderate success in zoos, but only when large breeding colonies of apple snails were available to feed these beautiful food specialists. Supplying enough food is difficult for hobbyists and most zoological […]
[…]write in with your questions and comments. Thanks, until next time, Frank Indiviglio Basking Muggars image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by Kminoj Marsh Crocodile image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by […]
[…]its husbandry is well-understood, and captive bred animals are readily available. Food and hot basking sites are the focal points of the Chuckwalla’s life – provide it with each in proper form and you’ll find yourself with a most responsive and interesting pet. Most take quickly to hand feeding, and […]
[…]1960’s, when a number apparently “walked” away from fish dealers there. While visiting a turtle breeder in the state several years ago, I was astonished to see scores of Walking Catfishes surface for the trout chow he tossed into his outdoor turtle ponds. They are most interesting, but have played […]
[…]equipped with simple filters and half-filled with de-chlorinated, room temperature water. Turtle basking platforms and live or plastic plants serve well as resting places. ReptoMin Food Sticks can make up most of your newt’s diet. Freeze-dried shrimp, live blackworms, and various frozen tropical fish foods should also be provided. American […]
[…]invertebrates, with earthworms used most frequently. Those I housed with Parker’s Snake-Necked Turtles (in a zoo exhibit) even stole turtle chow from the water’s surface! I did not use supplements, as a large portion of the diet was whole, high-calcium animals such as fishes, pink mice and crayfishes. Young monitors […]
[…]in Captive Diets Amphipods are readily accepted by newts of all types, Mexican Axolotls, many turtles, and aquatic frogs such as African and Dwarf Clawed Frogs and Surinam Toads. Salamander larvae and carnivorous tadpoles relish smaller species. They can also be offered to terrestrial salamanders and frogs; in these cases, […]
[…]held in Westchester County, NY – The Conservation, Restoration and Management of Tortoises and Turtles. Hosted by the dedicated folks at the NY Turtle and Tortoise Society, this gathering of leading professionals and serious hobbyists has, in my experience, yet to be matched. The 500-page conference proceedings are an invaluable […]
[…]protection. Please see this article for further information on lizard conservation. Western Pond Turtle Once common along the west coast of the USA and into Baja, Mexico, this attractive turtle has now been largely extirpated from Washington and Oregon, and is in trouble elsewhere. The populations that remain in those […]
[…]is designed with turtle-keepers in mind (please see this article for information on filtering turtle tanks). In common with fish canister filters, the Turtle Clean has ample chambers for carbon, filter pads and aerobic bacteria colonies, and is simple to clean. It is placed next to (not below) the tank, […]
[…]Bullfrogs, Water-Holding Frogs and Spadefoot Toads are among the champion “summer sleepers”. Turtles and Tortoises Despite a propensity for basking, tropical climes and deserts, Chelonians are not immune to temperature stress. Some species, such as Big Headed and Bog Turtles, are known to favor rather cool temperatures. While they may […]
[…]are intolerant of each other. If several females are kept, horizontal and diagonally oriented basking sites (these are preferred over vertical branches) should be plentiful, as dominant animals will exclude others from these important areas. Anoles do best in complex exhibits, especially those with live plants. They are quite easy […]
[…]Spring is prime hiking time, and also when snakes are most likely to be encountered while basking, seeking mates, or searching for meals after the long winter’s fast. The recent experience of one of our readers, whose Arizona property was frequented by Mojave Rattlesnakes, spurred me to look into the […]
[…]cage Rosy Boa: 20-30 gallon terrarium Temperature Colombian Boa: 75-85 F, with a basking site of 90 -95 F; basking bulb and sub-tank pad recommended. Rosy Boa: 75-85 F, with a basking site of 90-95 F Diet Food intake will vary among individuals and with temperature, […]
[…]They rarely stray far from water’s edge, but will forage on banks and in low brush. Basking occurs on floating plants, logs or the shore. Status They are common in suitable habitat, but threatened by the introduced Marine Toad, Bufo marinus, which is expected to colonize up to 80% of […]
[…]in Captivity The provision of UVA light encourages natural behavior, better appetites, basking and breeding in a great many species. UVA reflective areas on animals and plants (which we cannot see) help a variety of creatures to identify mates, food and predators. A lack of UVA may be responsible for […]
[…]Permian Period, a time that saw the world’s greatest number of extinctions. Today, amphibians, turtles and many other groups are disappearing at a rate that may, in time, rival even that. I’ve had the chance to work on several related conservation projects and rescue efforts, and was stunned by the […]
[…]green anoles. The Zoo Med Reptile Halogen Bulb is ideal for providing UVA, along with heat for the basking site. For larger cages, a Mercury Vapor Bulb will supply UVB over a greater distance than will a florescent bulb. The ambient air temperature should be 84-87 F, with a basking […]
[…](become dormant) during the hottest, driest times of the year. We know that many temperate turtle species, such as the box turtle, Terrepene carolina, exhibit decreased fertility if they are not give a hibernation period in captivity – perhaps some pancake tortoises require a hot, dry “season” followed by rains […]
Many turtle keepers here in the USA can recall seeing hatchling Red-Eared Sliders with gaily-painted shells being offered for sale at pet stores and carnivals. Thankfully, through education and the passage of legislation, that practice, which killed thousands if not millions of turtles, is no longer with us. Unfortunately, an […]
[…]Snake: 20-55 gallon Ball Python: 30-55 gallon Temperature Corn Snake: 75-82 F, with a basking site of 90 F Ball Python: 80-85 F, with a basking site of 90 F Diet Food intake will vary among individuals and in tune with temperature, season, life cycle stage, and other […]
[…]off-topic: just last week (February 17, 2012) I came across a large male Common Snapping Turtle who was out and about in a small woodland pool in northern New Jersey. While this species is perhaps the most cold-tolerant of all turtles, I’ve not seen one active this early in the […]
[…]Snake meals mentioned above are the largest I know of. Aquatic Surprises Most semi-aquatic turtles are able to swallow food only while in water, so I was most interested to read of a Chacoan River Turtle, Rhinoclemmys nasuta, that consumed carrion (the body of a Water Opossum) while on land. […]
[…]essential. Heat, Humidity and Light Ambient temperature should be maintained at 80-85 F, with a basking site of 90 F. Temperatures can be reduced to 75-80 F at night. A ceramic heat emitter or under tank heat pad can be used to warm the air and create a basking site. […]
[…]A simple terrarium re-location may save time, effort and money. Terrarium ambient and basking temperatures should be carefully monitored, day and night; a huge array of herp-specific thermometers greatly simplifies this task. Zoo Med’s Hygrotherm Humidity and Temperature Controller and other light and heater timers can help create healthful […]
[…]to act in a more “natural” manner. While they do not seem to engage in “play” (although turtle owners may question this!), most will engage in activities that are extensions of natural behaviors, particularly hunting. Poison frogs respond quickly to novel situations and are among the best amphibian candidates for […]
[…]Proves no Match for African Spurred Tortoise How Reptiles Adjust to Novel Situations Legendary turtle biologist Peter Prichard gives a wonderful account of living and extinct giant tortoises in the classic Encyclopedia of Turtles (TFH, 1979). Please write in with your questions and comments. Thanks, until next time, Frank […]
[…]Cork bark should be provided as an above-ground hiding spot. Temperatures of 78-80 F, with a basking spot of 90 F, are sufficient. Night-viewing bulbs can be used to provide heat without disturbing the snakes at night, and should aid in observing their nocturnal activities Those I’ve kept fed well […]
[…]overnight in a few inches of warm water and assisted with a Reptile Shedding Aid. Light and Heat A basking site of 95F or so should be provided, with an ambient temperature of 82-85 F. A nighttime dip to 68-72 F is beneficial. Blue Tongue Skinks can utilize dietary Vitamin […]
[…]Tortoises Learn by Imitation Learning Abilities of Monitors, Iguanas and other Lizards Wood Turtle […]
[…]determined color change. Please see this article for details. Chameleons will also modify their basking behavior in response to the Vitamin D levels in their diet (and I thought we had UVB needs all figured out!); please see this article to read more. Chameleons as Pets Chameleons are much desired […]
[…]security offered by vegetation (please see article below). Temperatures of 78-80F (85-88F at the basking site) suit them well. Shredded bark makes an ideal substrate. If sprayed each day it will help maintain the high humidity favored by Flying Snakes…just be sure it dries within an hour or so and […]
[…]of either sex may, by their mere presence or actual aggression, prevent others from utilizing the basking sites. The actual perch that is to be used as a basking area should be positioned so that it is an optimal distance (as regards UVB output) from the light source. This distance […]
[…]choose one designed for desert-dwelling lizards (i.e. the Zoo Med 10.0 Bulb) and position the basking site within 6-12 inches of it. Mercury vapor and halogen bulbs broadcast UVB over greater distances, and also emit beneficial UVA radiation. Be sure to provide shaded areas as well. Collared Lizards require a […]
[…]UVB output has declined, you can move the lamp to a situation where it can be placed closer to a basking site or perhaps use it for a species that has lower UVB requirements. You can read about Zoo Med’s new program […]
[…]only left animals outdoors in bottomless pens, so that water does not pool. Aquatic Turtles and Frogs Red-Eared Sliders, Painted Turtles, Green Frogs, American Bullfrogs and similar species usually overwinter underwater, beneath mud and leaf litter. Unless you are well-experienced or have expert guidance, I would not recommend trying […]
[…]illegal collection may doom the remaining free-living individuals. Red River Giant Soft-shelled Turtle, Rafetus swinhoei This species may be down to four individuals, two of which reside in China’s Suzhou Zoo. Legendary herpetologist Peter Pritchard has long been involved in Giant Softshell conservation, and I’ve had the good fortune of […]
[…]dominance hierarchy, based largely upon size. Those at the top may inhibit others from feeding and basking, so be sure to offer numerous basking and feeding opportunities and sight barriers. Immature males are difficult to distinguish from females. Watch smaller animals as they mature and remove any males, as […]
[…]Reading Chameleon Color Change: Advertising and Camouflage Chameleon Basking Influenced by Vitamin D Levels in Blood Veiled Chameleon […]
[…]hot and cooler areas. In small or poorly ventilated enclosures, the entire area soon takes on the basking site temperature. Humidity Humidity should average 70-85%, but dry areas must be available. A commercial reptile mister will be helpful if your home is especially dry. Light While there is […]
[…]being quite bold, Marine Toads require a hide-a way where they can get out of sight (Rock Den or Turtle Hut). Be sure to provide a cave for each of your toads, as animals that cluster in one shelter seem prone to fungal infections of the skin. Marine Toads need […]
[…]same species most often continue to feed throughout the winter. Green frogs, garter snakes, musk turtles and others, however, usually stay active if kept warm in winter, even if wild-caught. A recent email from a colleague brought up the subject of bearded dragons. His animal becomes lethargic and ceases feeding […]
[…]should be modified to provide a large water area. Resting sites such as cork bark slabs or basking platforms should be provided. Due to their unique egg-laying behavior (females fold a plant leaf around each egg), crested newts slated for breeding are best housed in well-lit aquariums stocked with live […]
[…]constrictors, Milksnakes feed upon chipmunks and other rodents, shrews, moles, frogs, turtle hatchlings, lizards and a huge array of other animals. Several appear to specialize in preying upon other snakes. Some, such as the Eastern Kingsnake, have evolved immunities to the venoms of various pit vipers. Their startling red, black, […]
[…]Heat and Humidity Anaconda enclosures should be maintained at 78-86 F, and provided with a basking site of 95 F. A temperature gradient is important to their health, and can only be effectively established in a large enclosure. Bulbs located within cages must be protected by wire guards. Heat pads […]
[…]others I’ve kept at that temperature have not left the water, despite being provided with a basking light as well. The second observation involves a female clawed frog that laid eggs in absence of a male. That in itself is unusual, as most frogs utilize amplexus (the male grasps the […]
[…]can be defensive, but most calm down quickly. They do well at 72-78 F, with a warmer basking site, readily accept mice and small rats, and provide a great introduction to the breeding of egg-laying snakes. Eastern Kingsnake, Lampropeltis getula Another snake enthusiast’s favorite, the 7 subspecies of the Eastern […]
[…]forest. Although a ground-dweller, the bearded dragon climbs well and uses rocks and stumps as basking sites and as platforms from which to launch attacks on insects moving about below. Diurnal, it basks at temperatures of 125 F for short periods and shelters in self-dug burrows during extremely hot or […]
[…]30 – 55 gallons (“long models are best”). They require a source of UVB light and a basking site that reaches 90 F or so. Diet Although they are often fed pink mice and small rodents in captivity, the natural diet of this species consists largely of insects. The bulk […]
[…]disposable items than live animals, and very little effort is expended on their care. Food market turtles and frogs: The USDA classifies live food market turtles and frogs as “seafood”, and permits them to be displayed on ice and held in abominable conditions. During my years with the Bronx Zoo, […]
[…]driving endangered burrowing owls from their nests and raccoons (Procyon lotor) devouring sea turtle eggs, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection initiated control measures. At a preserve in Dania Beach, an intensive trapping and collection campaign greatly reduced the numbers of both species, but an unexpected consequence of these efforts […]
[…]from desert fringes and dry savannahs, Dabb Lizards require ambient temperatures of 86-95F, and basking sites of 100-120F; a sharp dip in temperature at night is beneficial, and a “winter” is necessary to induce breeding behavior in many species. As would be expected, they fare poorly if not provided with […]
[…]“Year of the Turtle” effort was especially effective in raising support for tortoise and turtle conservation. This year, the group has turned its attention to lizards, with an emphasis on North America’s many unique and imperiled species. Lizard Conservation Overview In the eye of the general public, lizards do not suffer […]
[…]state protection. Further Reading Fringe-Toed Lizard Natural History Millions of Turtles Exported Yearly from the USA Alligator Snapping Turtle videos & photos Center for Biological Diversity (sign up for conservation news alerts) San Bernardino Ringneck Snake image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by Mark […]
[…]to freshwater pets. The shrimp used by Zoo Med are small, whole animals. Feeding them to a large turtle would be impractical, but they are ideal for innumerable smaller creatures. I have found them to be readily accepted by a wide variety of creatures, including aquatic frogs (African clawed, dwarf […]
[…]noticing when I enter the room hopping forward in anticipation of a meal. I provide a Zoo Med Turtle Hut or a Cork Bark Hollow as a retreat, but the toads are more often to be found on top of it, scanning the moss for insects or, it seems, watching […]
[…]maintained at a range of 79-85 F for most species. Incandescent bulbs should be used to create a basking site. While some do well with basking sites set at the more-or-less “standard” lizard temperatures of of 90-95 F, many monitors need to warm themselves to 120 F or even higher; […]
[…]is more likely if they are subjected to a winter cooling period (70F ambient, with a warmer basking site and a drop in temperature to 65F at night). Mating usually takes place in June-August, and the young, 4-18 in number, are born in October-December. They are 5-8 inches in length […]
[…]UVA radiation as well. Recent studies have revealed that Panther Chameleons modify their basking behavior in response to the Vitamin D3 content of their diet; please see this article. Heat An ambient temperature in the mid 70’s, with a basking spot of 88-90 F, and a dip to 65-68 F […]
[…]garter, ribbon and water snakes do best at an ambient temperature of 72-82 F, with a warmer basking site (90-95 F) and a drop to 68 F or so at night. Northern species should ideally be subjected to a winter cooling-off period, even if breeding is not contemplated. UVA Light […]
[…] The ambient temperature should range from 75-84 F. Incandescent bulbs can be used to create a basking site of 90 F. Ceramic heaters or red/black reptile “night bulbs” may be employed to provide heat after dark. If needed, under-tank heaters http://bitly.com/SRpr5g can be used to further warm the basking […]
[…]upon which I was trying to sleep)! I also observed anacondas swallowing a large side-necked turtle, Podocnemis unifilis, a 5 foot long spectacled caiman, Caiman crocodilus and a 10 pound red-footed tortoise, Geochelone carbonaria. Keepers at the Singapore Zoo informed me that a free-ranging reticulated python consumed a 40 pound […]
Turtles have been much in the news as potential carriers of Salmonella, but many people do not realize that nearly any creature, including dogs and cats, can transmit the bacteria. Less well-known are the potential health problems posed by Micobacteria, many species of which thrive in aquariums housing fishes, amphibians, […]
[…]provide adequate ventilation for certain reptiles and amphibians. Further Reading Phorid Flies as Turtle Egg […]
[…]Chameleons need a highly-varied diet, large, airy enclosures maintained at 74-78 F (with a basking spot of 85-90 F), humidity levels of 60-90% and exposure to UVB radiation. Please see the articles below and write me for additional information. Stress Chameleons are notably stress-prone. The mere presence of a dominant individual, […]
[…]these stout lizards ate just about everything they came across – other lizards, snakes, turtle and bird eggs, small mammals, fish, frogs, crabs, large insects and carrion – and were major predators in this flooded grassland habitat. I managed to catch a few young tegus, but old, battle-scarred individuals were […]
[…]Bearded Dragons cost more. Heat Bearded Dragon: Incandescent fixture and bulb for basking site Red/black bulb or ceramic heat emitter (night) Leopard Gecko: Incandescent fixture and bulb for basking site Heat tape or ceramic heat emitter (night) Verdict: Bearded Dragons require higher temperatures, but the cost […]
[…]their body temperature by moving between hot and cooler areas). Most species require very high basking temperatures, and if sufficient space is not provided, the entire cage will become over-heated due to the effects of the basking site. The 6 to 7 foot-long Nile, Lace, Crocodile and Water Monitors […]
[…]east coast cousin, the Western Hognose takes toads, lizards, other snakes, rodents and the eggs of turtles, lizards, and birds with equal gusto.; locusts and other large invertebrates have also been reported as food items. I recall one study in which this species was identified as the major nest predator […]
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