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[…]of all tarantula genera, seem to live only in plants known as Tank Bromeliads. There they ambush insects that are attracted to water that collects at the bromeliads’ bases. Among the newly-described species (genus Typhochaena) we also find the world’s smallest arboreal tarantulas. Please see the article below for natural […]
[…]all. Please see these articles for tips on collecting insects. Useful commercially-available insects include roaches, crickets, butterworms, super mealworms, caliworms, silkworms, hornworms and locusts. Feeders should be provided a healthful diet before use. Canned grasshoppers, snails, and silkworms may be offered via feeding tongs. Please see this article for further […]
[…]coloration), hard-boiled egg, nuts, seeds, dry seaweed (sold as Nori), oatmeal, fish flakes, canned crickets, and freeze-dried fish foods (krill, plankton, brine shrimp, etc.). They also relish decaying wood and leaf litter; these should be collected from pesticide-free areas. Cuttlebone bits and reptile calcium powder should be mixed into your […]
[…]pierce human skin (this re Brown Water Scorpions; others not mentioned). I’m wary of aquatic insects, however, as even the smallest predatory species can usually inflict a painful bite. After so many decades of being bitten and stung by creatures large and small, I have no desire to experiment! I […]
[…]pink mice, super mealworms, roaches, sow bugs, waxworms, grasshoppers, grubs, crickets and canned invertebrates marketed for pet reptiles. Low fat dog food, canned box turtle diets or moistened Reptomin Food Sticks should be mixed into most meals. Try some of the foods mentioned below as well. Plant Foods Approximately 50% […]
[…]and will not fare well on crickets alone. Housefly cultures, silkworms, roaches, moths and other insects are essential to their well-being. The comments in this article on Red-Eyed Treefrog Diets are largely applicable; please write in if you have any questions on this critical aspect of husbandry. Breeding Mature males […]
[…]see these articles on cricket and earthworm care) To increase dietary variety, try wiggling canned grasshoppers, snails and silkworms in front of your frog (using tongs, not your fingers!). Food (other than pinkies and fish) should be powdered with Zoo Med ReptiCalcium plus D3 or a similar product. Vitamin/mineral supplements […]
[…]Orthopterans, such as the various wetas (please see photo), are among the world’s heaviest insects, and seem capable of being more herp predator than herp food! In response to a virus that threatened House Cricket supplies, commercial breeders have begun working with the Jamaican House Cricket, Gryllus assimilis. Adults are […]
[…]natural variations are seemingly endless. Several individuals that I encountered while studying insects in Baja California, Mexico stand out as being among the most beautiful snakes I’ve seen. A number of unique color strains, ranging from black through orange-striped to white, have been developed by hobbyists. The Sand Boas Twelve […]
[…]mites and an unimaginable diversity of other invertebrates. Estimated at 30 million species, insects are the largest invertebrate group. To put their numbers in context, consider this – the weight of insects in most African rainforests exceeds that of all resident vertebrates combined! This statement takes into account such huge […]
[…]in natural diets of many reptiles and amphibians. They contain nutrients not found in insects, and are likely a rich source of calcium. Several species are easy to collect and breed in captivity, but, unlike sowbugs, they rarely attract much attention from hobbyists (please see the article below for information […]
[…]well as “insurance”. Protein In their natural environment, young Green Iguanas consume both insects and vegetation before switching to a plant-based diet as they mature. While success has been had by using insects as a protein source for young iguanas, most keepers are better off relying upon legumes, such as […]
[…]to combat internal and external parasites. Diatomaceous earth is a desiccant, in that it kills insects by drawing moisture from their bodies. I believe it also clogs the spiracles, and so may interfere with respiration. Of course, an ant colony can send workers to replace those that are killed, but […]
[…]discovering a new species in the process. If allowed access to the bait, as described above, the insects will perish. If you wish to collect living insects, install a cloth or fine screen barrier above the bait. I’ve painted molasses on tree trunks, and was usually rewarded with an array […]
[…]variety of leafy greens, fruits, and vegetables. A small weekly meal of moist cat food, along with canned http://www.thatpetplace.com/pet-supplies-search#!Reptile-Supplies/reptile-food&ea_c=feeder-insects or live snails, earthworms and super mealworms, will satisfy their protein requirements. Vitamin, Minerals and Water The calcium requirements of all tortoises appear to be quite high. Food should be powdered with […]
[…]in SW New Mexico and West Texas. Surveys of the habitat are not complete, but already 14 endemic insects have been discovered. Bringing Lizards into the Spotlight In light of the above, I applaud PARC’s decision to focus this year’s work on lizards. Coordinated research, conservation, and educational efforts will be utilized […]
[…]write in for details) roaches, waxworms, crickets, butterworms, silkworms, super mealworms and canned invertebrates (grasshoppers, snails, silkworms) should all be provided. Wild Water Dragons add plants to their diet as they mature, but captives often reject non-living foods. Adding live insects to a bowl of kale, dandelion, apples, peaches and […]
[…]mantids Ants: not all are accepted; beware of large/aggressive species. Aphids: tiny insects that colonize plant stems. “Field Plankton”: insects gathered by sweeping through tall grass with a net. Tiny flies and gnats; consider the Bug Napper trap. Tiny millipedes and other leaf litter invertebrates Important food supplements include Zoo […]
[…]spiderlings and other tiny pets. Springtails (Collembolla sp.) Springtails are minute, primitive insects that can be collected from beneath leaf litter or purchased. They feed upon decaying vegetables and fish flakes, and breed readily. Wild-Caught Invertebrates Wild-caught invertebrates can impart important variety to captive diets. Learn to identify stinging and […]
[…]diet has been implicated in liver problems. Other important food items include earthworms, krill, canned snails, and freeze-dried river shrimp and, to a lesser extent, crickets, waxworms and other insects. Health Considerations Salmonella bacteria, commonly present in turtle digestive tracts, can cause severe illnesses in people. Handling an animal will […]
[…]those under my care in zoos. Freeze-dried shrimp (included in Reptomin Select-a-Food) “gelled insects”, canned snails and frozen fish foods (i.e. mosquito larvae) should be offered regularly. Live food, while not essential, is relished and will help ensure a balanced diet. Blackworms, bloodworms, earthworms, guppies, and small crickets will be […]
[…]people. Their taxonomic order, Orthoptera, contains over 20,000 grasshoppers, katydids and related insects. The USA is home to over 120 cricket species; my favorites, the bizarre Mole Crickets, tunnel below-ground with spade-like front legs (please see photo). Over 3,000 species have been described worldwide. New Zealand’s “super cricket”, the Giant Weta, […]
[…]mating). Females often carry the young on their backs, and several species feed them with shredded insects. Emperor Scorpions and others exhibit complex social behaviors. Range and Habitat Scorpions are found on all continents except Antarctica, and live in deserts, grasslands, caves, rainforests, human dwellings and many other habitats. A […]
[…]waxworms, caliworms and commercially-available caterpillars (silkworms, hornworms). Feeder insects should be provided a healthful diet for several days before use. Canned grasshoppers, snails and silkworms are often accepted from feeding tongs, and can be an important means of providing dietary variety. Parson’s, Panther, Oustalet’s and other large species seem to […]
[…]see the article below for details. Other Insect Alternatives Lacewings and other tiny insects that are sold to nurseries and gardeners are also potentially useful herp foods. Please check out those offered by the Beneficial Insect Company, and look for my articles on other species in the future. Please also […]
[…]the fall; certainly turtles in my collection relish these (please see article below). Low fat canned dog food (preferable to higher-fat cat foods) can also be tried. Recently I’ve replaced this with pelleted and canned Box Turtle Diets, and have always added moistened Reptomin Food Sticks to most meals. Adult […]
[…]ideal, although newly-molted (white) grubs and pupae are fine. You can also offer wild-caught insects – please see the article below for more info. Feeding live food in a large, well-planted tank is a great way to observe your frogs’ natural hunting abilities. The Clawed Frogs that I kept in […]
[…]smaller animals. Adult Field Crickets have very strong jaws and should be used with caution. Canned Grasshoppers Canned grasshoppers are an excellent alternative to live insects for certain pets. Exoterra’s Grasshoppers are large and fully winged; Zoo Med’s Grasshoppers are wingless and a bit smaller. Grasshoppers as Pets I’ve had […]
[…]study showed that an American Toad (a smaller animal than those in the trade) may eat over 20,000 insects in a single summer…how many would billions of much larger frogs consume?! In fact, when the trade decimated frog populations inSouth Asia, pesticide use immediately soared. After the main trade species […]
[…]trade (I find the lime-green Banana Roach, Panchlora nivea, to be among the most beautiful of all insects…please see photo and article below for information on keeping roaches). Recently, entomologists were surprised to discover a new species on the grounds of a famous South African resort. Christened the Leaproach, Saltoblattela monistabularis, […]
[…]prey they take –venomous snakes (please see video below), lizards, rodents, frogs, turtle eggs, insects and birds are all on the menu. Captives are rarely particular, however, and fare well on mice. Kingsnakes are quite hardy and breed readily, but cannot tolerate damp conditions. Cannibalism is a definite concern as […]
[…]in mealworms and crickets. Protein and fat levels fall midway between those found in other feeder insects – 17.3% and 9.4%, respectively; crickets average 21% protein, while the fat content of super mealworms is 18%. Word-of-mouth evidence also supports the value of Black Soldier Fly larvae. Bird bone and beak […]
[…]toxins, and are preyed upon a wide range of animals, including fishes, newts, turtles and aquatic insects. The Leopard Frog, Lithobates pipiens, resembles the Pickerel Frog and shares much of its range (please see photo). The Leopard Frog lacks powerful skin toxins but may be avoided by predators due to […]
[…]of behaviors in small enclosures. Lessons learned by hobbyists while keeping over 300 species of insects, spiders and scorpions have been applied to conservation programs for the Karner Blue Butterfly, Red-kneed Tarantula and scores of other endangered animals. Similar scenarios apply to hundreds of reptile, amphibian, fish, bird and coral […]
[…]Malayan Leaf Frog calling (great!) Malayan Leaf Frog Natural History Frog Diets Collecting Feeder Insects Horned Frog image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by Olaf Leillinger Aphids image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by Michel Vuijlsteke Aphids image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by Michel […]
[…]D3, ReptiCalcium and Reptocal. I do not use supplements when feeding wild-caught invertebrates. Canned Insects Canned Insects such as grasshoppers, snails and silkworms are accepted from feeding tongs by many chameleons, and can be an important means of providing dietary variety when wild-caught insects are not available. Mice as a Calcium […]
[…]Greater Sirens take a wide variety of prey, including fish, frogs, other salamanders, tadpoles, insects, crayfishes, shrimps, snails and carrion. Some suggest that ducklings and small rodents are not beyond their grasp, and that algae may be consumed by juveniles. Miscellaneous Greater Sirens aestivate (become dormant) during droughts. At these […]
[…]that as many as 1,000 may be poached each week! Lemurs, gorgeously-colored Mantella Frogs, plants, insects and scores of creatures are all in dire straits. Fortunately, Mantellas and certain others breed well in captivity, but many species do not. Chameleon Research Recent studies of chameleons have challenged a few basic […]
[…]Sea Scorpions and their Prey Scorpions: an Overview of Popular Species Why Were Prehistoric Insects so Huge? Giant Sea Scorpion image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by University of Bristol/Associated Press National Museum of Natural History, palaeontological exhibition, ordovician, Washington D.C image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted […]
[…]enough saliva. The tongue is not, as the disorder’s name implies, shortened, but rather insects simply do not stick to the tongue when grabbed. Other symptoms, such as swellings in the lower eyelid, have been reported in Leopard and various Poison Frogs. Powdered supplements containing low levels of Vitamin A, […]
[…]well-experienced and able to provide for their very specific needs. Those that accept a variety of insects, such as the Short-Horned Lizard, Phrynosoma douglassii, are better choices than the ant specialists. The Short-Horned Lizard, I learned to my surprise and delight many years ago, also gives birth to live young. […]
[…]are attracted to ginger, which releases a chemical (Alpha Copaene) known to attract wood-boring insects. Ginger-baited traps proved very effective. Simultaneously, tiny microphones were used to detect the noises made beetle larvae as they moved about below ground or in dead wood (many invertebrates stridulate, or vibrate various body parts, […]
[…]nutrients…again, the aquarium fish trade provides us with useful options…from fresh water insects to marine animals (use these in moderation), there are a number of very valuable herp foods to be had. Animals that accept only live prey are especially troublesome when it comes to supplementation, as one cannot coat […]
[…]are favored over hippos, lions and elephants. Japanese hobbyists’ and entomologists’ work with insects and other invertebrates is nothing short of unbelievable – I was floored by the Tama Zoo’s giant insect house and its huge walk-through “aviary” for insects. Japan’s aquariums are among the worlds finest, and thrilled me […]
[…]effective camouflage was not new to me – I had long marveled at Gaboon Vipers, Leaf Insects and other masters – the Mossy Frogs topped all I had seen. Installed in an exhibit with moss and lichen covered rocks, they were nearly impossible to locate. Even when I found one […]
[…]cannot help but inspire. Try Raymond Ditmars: his Exciting Life with Reptiles, Animals & Insects and In Search of Reptiles and Amphibians, a 1988 gem by modern-day herp legend Dick Bartlett. Observe Living in herp-poor environments should not deter you from looking about – I found NYC to hold surprising […]
[…]toad or a 20 gallon long style tank for a pair. Be sure to use a fitted screen cover, as feeder insects are escape artists. Plastic Terrariums work well for young toads. Low Cost Alternative Plastic storage boxes can be transformed into “luxury toad suites”. Simply cut out a section […]
[…]and White-Spotted Assassins can be kept in large colonies. They seem to prefer other insects to one-another as food…cannibalism is not a concern as long as they are well-fed and sprayed frequently with water. Both are rainforest inhabitants, and do well in humid terrariums (humidity 60-80%) at 76-86 F. Cork […]
[…]strategy, known as Aggressive Mimicry, is used by certain spiders but had not been observed in insects. Bait-Users and Blood-Suckers Other species of Assassin Bugs hold dead termites in their jaws when hunting. This either hides the Assassin or encourages other termites to investigate, there by assuring the hunter an […]
[…]in increasing numbers in Broward County, Palm Beach and the Corkscrew Swamp. Capable of tackling insects, other lizards, frogs, nestling birds and small mammals, Giant Ameivas likely represent a significant threat to native wildlife. Florida’s Giant Ameivas occur in 2 rather distinct forms, being either dark-colored or brightly-marked in green. […]
[…]reported to eat plants on occasion, the Common Musk feeds mainly upon crayfishes, fish, carrion, insects, leeches, tadpoles and snails. Hatchlings, vulnerable to predation due to their small size, are consumed by bullfrogs, fishes, giant water bugs, raccoons and other creatures. Captive Care As turtles go, Common Musks are quite […]
[…]out when you have a moment – you may discover a new hobby in the process! Commercially-Reared Insects You should allow insects purchased as frog food to feed upon a healthy diet for several days, in order to increase their nutritional value (this process is often termed “gut loading”). Please […]
[…]an excellent choice as a staple; blackworms, guppy fry, chopped earthworms, brine shrimp and small insects are appreciated. Most Eastern Newt populations pass through a 1 to 3 year-long terrestrial stage, during which time they are known as Efts. The orange or red Efts (please see photo) consume tiny crickets, […]
[…]any creature they can overpower, and their strike rivals that of any snake in speed; fishes, insects, snails, crayfishes, frogs, tadpoles, salamanders and carrion are all on the menu. The flattened mouth ridges seen in some species may be an adaptation to crushing mussels and other mollusks. While field research […]
[…]reproduction or parthenogenesis – producing young without mating – is well known among insects and certain fishes (including Hammerhead Sharks), some of which can even switch sexes several times. It has also been recorded in a small number of reptiles, such as the Brahminy Blind Snake, American Whiptail Lizards and […]
[…]of North America for millions of years. The enforced isolation gave rise to innumerable bizarre insects, fishes, amphibians, dinosaurs and other creatures, many of which, it appears, have yet to be discovered. Two New Triceratops Relatives The strangest Laramidia resident to come to light so far is the recently described […]
[…]above-ground while hanging in a head-down position from a tree. The net is tossed onto passing insects and even, on occasion, small frogs. And then we have the incredible Spitting Spiders (Scytodes spp). These aptly-named beasts squirt double streams of silk at insects, pinning them down and then delivering the […]
[…]a more varied winter diet for your collection. If you happen upon a particularly rich source of insects, you might even experiment with freezing some for winter use…please write in and let me know if you do. Further Reading Hibernation/Brumation in Bearded Dragons and Other Herps. Raising Sow Bugs and […]
[…]carried among its body hairs. The spider lives within this bell and swims out to catch passing insects, fishes and tadpoles. Fishing Spiders (Dolomedes spp.) float on the water or remain on emergent plants with the forelegs touching the surface. Recently, it has been discovered that some species actually lure […]
[…]too large for many newborns! We relied primarily upon nutrient-loaded pinheads, springtails (tiny insects) and fruit flies, but I was concerned that such did not comprise a balanced diet. I collected tiny leaf-litter invertebrates (newly hatched millipedes, nematodes, ants, etc.) and fed these to the toads whenever possible. Please see […]
[…]Tadpoles, Newts, smaller African Clawed Frogs, Crayfishes, Freshwater Shrimp, Snails and aquatic insects such as Diving Beetles would all benefit from a dose of earthworm nutrients in their diet. Earthworm Flake Food might also be tried with those animals that, while preferring live invertebrates, can sometimes be induced to accept […]
[…]or collecting them, and usually try to keep a colony going in my basement as well. Traps and Canned Insects The Zoo Med Bug Napper simplifies the collecting of moths and other flying insects; please see the articles mentioned in Part I for information on other collecting techniques. Canned Insects […]
[…]in each situation, to assure that the behavior it exhibited was typical. Shy, Bold and Aggressive Insects Individual insects varied from one another in their reactions, and the traits they exhibited were consistent over a wide range of situations. For example, if a certain individual explored new objects immediately and […]
I apologize for the awkward title, but try as I might this was the best I could do! Today I’d like to propose a new use for the Penn Plax Turtle Pier, a wonderful product that was originally designed as a resting/basking area for turtles, newts and frogs. Problematical Habitats […]
[…]– the water contained in the base of pitcher plants. Pitcher “ponds”, which serve to drown insects that are digested by the plants, support miniature ecosystems inhabited by insect larvae, snails, crabs, algae and other organisms. The newly described frogs deposit their eggs on the surface of the plant above […]
[…]there. They often congregate near outdoor lights at night in search of moths, beetles and other insects. Reproduction This opportunistic breeder may reproduce year-round or in the wet season, depending upon locality. Males call from the edges of ephemeral ponds, ditches and similar habitats. Females lay 100-400 eggs in foam […]
[…]way to control Phorid Flies and other vermin is to quickly remove all fecal material, dead feeder insects, and meat-based food remains. This is, of course, essential in maintaining the health of your collection as well. Humidity and Moisture Phorid Flies are rarely a problem around desert-dwelling pets, as they […]
[…]minnows, goldfishes and shiners. If available, hellgrammites, dragonfly larvae and other aquatic insects should be offered. The tadpoles of most native frogs are taken as well (please see photo), but I discourage using other amphibians as food for a variety of reasons (please write in if you need further info). […]
[…]cousins, however, Phorid Flies and their larvae (or maggots) are scavengers, feeding upon dead insects, feces, eggs and necrotic flesh associated with wounds. Potential Problems While Phorid Flies have not been known to injure healthy herps or invertebrates, in addition to being a plain nuisance they can colonize wounds, where […]
[…]in peak condition with a diet comprised of Reptomin, Freeze Dried Shrimp, minnows, earthworms, insects and dandelion and other greens (please see the article below for notes on feeding vegetables). Most other aquatic turtle foods can also be offered from time to time. Basic Necessities Other necessary husbandry tool are readily available […]
[…]of invertebrates. The ZooMed Bug Napper Insect Trap is an invaluable aid in collecting flying insects such as moths, beetles and flies – the Chameleons reactions to these will leave no doubt as to their value in improving your pets’ quality of life. Caterpillars, Snowy Tree crickets, Orange-spotted Roaches, Field […]
[…]with the tails of some species sporting holes and irregularities that seem to have been chewed by insects. They also adopt poses and movements that heighten their camouflaging coloration and body form – the Nosy Be Gecko, for example, can hang head down from a branch in near-perfect mimicry of […]
[…]the body. Hemoglobin imparts both color and common name to these small (to 1 inch in length) insects. Life Cycle In the wild, Bloodworms feed ravenously on organic detritus for 10-12 days, after which they pupate and then leave the water as winged adults. The adults, known as Midges, tend […]
[…]had good success with a diet comprised largely of earthworms, roaches, crickets and wild-caught insects (please see my article on Collecting Feeder Insects). I use shiners and crayfishes as a calcium source, but a pink mouse may be offered every 6-8 weeks if desired. Smokey Jungle Frogs are hunted by […]
[…]of life”!) value. The ZooMed Bug Napper Insect Trap is an invaluable aid in collecting flying insects. Other insects that Red-Eyes under my care have accepted include “non-hairy” caterpillars, snowy tree crickets, tiny orange-spotted roaches, potato and other small beetles, field crickets and termites. Houseflies are, in my opinion, nearly […]
[…]and Green Diving Beetles will get along with others of their kind and with robust aquatic insects such as Whirligig Beetles and Backswimmers. They will be attacked and consumed by Giant Water Bugs and their relatives. Except for the largest species, most Diving Beetles do not molest fishes. However, even […]
[…]and small minnows are an ideal calcium source, and dietary variety, including wild-caught insects, is essential. Basilisks are one of the few lizards that accept earthworms, and these are an ideal food source for both young and adult individuals. Soft-bodied roaches (i.e. Orange-Spotted Roaches) and silkworms are also favored. Young […]
[…]are ravenous predators and actively hunt aquatic worms, amphipods, small tadpoles and other insects; terrestrial insects that have fallen into the water and carrion are also taken. Reproduction Diving Beetle eggs are attached to aquatic plants. The elongated, aquatic larvae are known as “Water Tigers” and, equipped with out-sized jaws, […]
[…]in the wild, but, judging from observations of captive animals, they likely consume carrion, insects, snails and other invertebrates as well. Mine have thrived on a diet comprised of a wide variety of vegetables and fruits, crickets, earthworms, mealworms, pink mice and commercial turtle chow. Further Reading Please […]
[…]natural history information may be found in this article. Learn more about collecting insects here: Collecting Insects Smooth Green Snake image referenced from wikipedia and originally posted by atrahamrepol and […]
[…]in my basement as well. A Zoo Med Bug Napper simplifies the collecting of moths and other flying insects. Canned Insect are readily accepted from feeding tongs, and are an important means of providing dietary variety when wild-caught insects are not available. In winter, I powder most meals with supplements, […]
[…]behaviors in captivity. They are also quite active and their efforts at tracking down live insects in complex displays are very interesting to observe. The Terrarium A vertically-oriented “tall style” aquarium of at least 30 gallon capacity is ideal is ideal for Green Snakes –cramped, bare quarters will lead to […]
[…]thrive if their unique dietary needs are not met. A diet that is too rich (i.e. high in fruit or insects) may kill them as quickly as will one lacking essential nutrients. Many species relish such seemingly unappetizing foods as dry split peas, millet, canary seed and other grains. Hailing […]
[…]if the terrarium and substrate are sterilized, they will invariably enter as hitchhikers on food insects. Most Mites are intolerant of dry conditions, and hence rarely appear in enclosures housing Red-Kneed Tarantulas, Desert Hairy Scorpions or other species that hail from arid habitats. The white Mites observed in invertebrate and […]
[…]with variety being a key point. Animal-based protein can be provided by canned Tegu-Monitor Diet, canned insects or, if you prefer, live crickets, roaches, super mealworms, butter worms and wild-caught invertebrates. Many folks use canned cat food or monkey chow as a protein source, but I prefer products formulated for […]
[…]30 years) in captivity. Inquisitive, handle-able and with easily met dietary requirements (live insects not needed!), Blue Tongues are becoming ever more popular among lizard fanciers. Which Skink is Which? Blue Tongue Skink taxonomy is somewhat confusing, with pet trade names, hybrids and captive bred color phases (i.e. orange, “sunglow”) […]
[…]Fuzzies and sub-adult mice should not be used, as hair impactions may result. Collecting Insects for Your Gecko Wild caught insects, collected from pesticide-free areas, should be offered whenever possible. Zoo Med’s Bug Napper is an excellent insect trap. Sweeping a net through tall grass and searching around outdoor lights […]
[…]pollinators, and their larvae attack crop pests. North America’s 1,000+ Robber Flies prey upon insects, including injurious flies. Even Blowflies have their good points… their larvae eat the maggots of disease-bearing species and play a vital role in decomposition. Flies feature importantly in Forensic Entomology. By studying the types of […]
[…]were the most readily accepted live foods; butterworms, crickets, waxworms, and wild-caught insects were taken sporadically. A Two-Foot-Long Gecko? Haplodactylus delcourti, a gecko native to New Zealand, was, at 24.5 inches, a good deal longer than the New Caledonian Giant. This species is known from only a single specimen. It […]
[…]have higher nutritional requirements…their diets should be supplemented 3-4 times weekly. Canned Insects Leopard Geckos are usually enthusiastic feeders, and take readily to tong or even hand feeding. Canned Grasshoppers and Silkworms should be used to increase dietary variety. Canned insects can also be rolled in Zoo Med’s Dried Flies […]
[…]available vegetables, along with occasional feedings of crickets, mealworms, beetles and other insects. I’ve found dandelion flowers to be a great favorite, and usually mix some soaked Tortoise Pellets into the salad as well. A Unique Defense Chuckwallas spend a good deal of time basking on rocks to achieve their […]
[…]similar dried foods. Other favorites include live earthworms, blackworms, snails, tiny fishes, and insects. Like most newts, they become rather tame in captivity, readily accepting food from one’s fingers. Breeding Japanese Fire-Bellied Newts should be overwintered on wet moss at 40 to 50°F if breeding is to be successful. Courtship […]
[…]managed. If your pets will accept dead or tong-fed food items, you might wish to consider using Canned Invertebrates, which are farm-raised and cooked. Further Reading Please see my article Wild Caught Insects: Pesticide Concerns for important information on collecting food for your […]
[…]out-compete them for dry foods (as will many other tropical fishes). I’ve recently begun using Canned Freshwater Shrimp as well. Both are difficult to obtain in live form, and provide important dietary variety. Newt Companions Armored Catfishes (Corydoras spp.) of most species and Weather Loaches do well in unheated aquariums […]
In Part I of this article, we discussed the role played by plants in the diets of popular North American “basking” turtles such as Red-Eared and Yellow-Bellied Sliders, Map, Red-Bellied and Chicken Turtles, and Cooters. Useful Plants and Vegetables As your turtles grow out of the hatchling stage, I suggest […]
Springtails are minute, primitive, wingless insects classified in the Order Collembola. Over 6,000 species are found in most temperate and tropical habitats, where they figure importantly in the diets of Poison Frogs (Dendrobates, Phyllobates, Oophaga), small salamanders and newly metamorphosed amphibians of many kinds. Please see Part I of this […]
[…]are specialized predators of crayfishes, clams and snails, while the much smaller males take insects, carrion and plants. Captive Diets Many commercial Aquatic Turtle Diets provide excellent nutrition and can serve as a dietary mainstay, and there is some evidence that diet of Reptomin and Freeze Dried Krill meets all […]
[…]available foods of appropriate size – pinhead crickets and fruit flies. The minute, wingless insects known as Springtails (Order Collembola) are easy to procure and rear, and offer a convenient means of increasing dietary variety for small amphibians. Natural Diets of Smaller Amphibians Most small terrestrial frogs and salamanders forage […]
[…]and other invertebrates will all be eagerly accepted. You can also try tong-feeding them canned invertebrates (one look at their other-worldly jaws will convince you of the wisdom of using feeding tongs)! Folks working with Windscorpions have a real opportunity to contribute to what little we know about these most […]
[…]while others refused them. Smaller species (i.e. Butler’s Garter Snake) often accept insects and slugs. Garter snakes may be immune to the toxins of amphibians found in their habitats, but not to those of related species. An aquatic garter snake that can safely feed upon California newts, for example, might […]
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