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Choosing the Ideal Substrate for Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates – Part 2

[…]but please see the note at the beginning of this article. Sands of gold, black, white, mauve, orange and other colors allow one to mimic specific habitats when setting up terrariums.     Further Reading Please see my article Substrates for Animals Prone to Intestinal Blockages for more on this […]
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New Edition of Newts and Salamanders, A Complete Pet Owner’s Manual, is Published

[…]of the newts and salamanders that are discussed at length: Eastern Newt Mexican Axolotl Olm Tiger, Spotted and Marbled Salamanders Hellbender Lesser and Dwarf Siren Red-Backed Salamander Mudpuppy Fire Salamander One, Two and Three Toed Amphiumas California Newt Fire Bellied Newt Dusky Salamander Spanish Ribbed Newt Northern Red Salamander   […]
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Choosing the Ideal Substrate for Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates – Part 1

[…]the likelihood of ingestion. Moisture Retention: in some instances, such as where Poison Frogs or Spotted Salamanders are being kept, we will want a substrate that retains water and remains moist.  At the other extreme, reptiles adapted to arid habitats, such as Leopard Tortoises and Horned Lizards, are usually susceptible […]
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Breeding the Green and Gold Bell Frog and Welcoming its Extinct Relative – Part 2

[…]Part I of this article for the exciting story behind the “re-discovery” of Australia’s Gold-Spotted Bell Frog (Litoria castanea), which was assumed by herpetologists to have been  extinct since the 1970’s.  Today I’d like to discuss my experiences breeding a close relative that sometimes appears in the pet trade, the […]
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Amphibian Breeding Migrations – Protecting a Spectacular Rite of Spring – Part 2

In Part I of this article I wrote about the huge numbers of Spotted Salamanders, Spring Peepers, Tiger Salamanders, Wood Frogs and other amphibians that are right now (March/April, 2010) approaching and entering their breeding ponds.  Today I’ll highlight some important programs that you can become involved in if you […]
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Amphibian Breeding Migrations – Protecting a Spectacular Rite of Spring – Part 1

[…]height of the breeding season for many North American amphibians.  Terrestrial species such as Spotted and Tiger Salamanders, Wood and Gray Treefrogs, Spring Peepers and others leave their burrows or hibernation sites and journey in huge numbers to their breeding ponds.  The entire population of an area usually makes the […]
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Breeding the Green and Gold Bell Frog and Welcoming its “Extinct” Relative – Part 1

[…]so the program has great potential, and may serve as a template for rescuing the even rarer Gold-Spotted Bell Frog. I think there is a lesson for herp keepers to be learned here – study and breed whatever animal catches your interest, as studies of even the most common amphibians […]
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Breeding the Rosy Boa

[…]creamy specimen that emerged as darkness fell on the desert in Baja, Mexico and a pink and orange clad individual in Southern California. Reproduction Maxing out at 40 inches in length, these stout constrictors are more easily accommodated than most related species.  Temperatures of 78-85F, with a warmer basking spot […]

Keeping and Breeding Blue Tongue/Blue-tongued Skinks – Part 1

[…]and T. scincoides) are well established in the trade and relatively hardy (captive longevity approaches 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 […]
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Houseflies and Maggots as Food for Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates

[…]and was soon happily involved in fly-farming (I fed them moist dog biscuits, evaporated milk and orange juice, instead of the less-agreeable foods they preferred!). Food and Exercise in One Houseflies can be a vital source of dietary variety for smaller herps that need soft bodied prey.  They are especially […]
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The Natural History and Care of Newts – Japanese and Chinese Fire-bellied Newts

[…]been identified. The upper surface of this newt is dark brown to jet black and sometimes slightly spotted with red, while the abdomen is strikingly patterned in orange or deep red. The bright coloration serves to warn potential predators of the powerful skin toxins.  Toxin-containing paratoid glands, similar to those […]
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The Natural History and Captive Care of Newts – Part 1

[…]natural history and husbandry, and in part 2 I’ll cover individual species such as Eastern Red-Spotted, Fire-Bellied and California Newts. Newt or Salamander? The terms Newt and Salamander are used interchangeably, with Newt usually being applied to semi-aquatic animals within the family Salamandridae.  The 79+ species in this family dwell in the […]
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Slider and other Semi-Aquatic Turtle Diets – Vegetables and Greens – Part 2

[…]little if any vegetation in their diets.  Chief among these are most of the Musk and Mud Turtles, Spotted Turtles, Diamondbacks and the various Softshells. Surprisingly, the Common Snapping Turtle, a voracious predator of animals ranging from tadpoles to ducks, also has distinct vegetarian leanings.  Their preferences seem to be […]
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Breeding Brazilian, Columbian and other Rainbow Boas in Captivity

[…]much of Central and South America (Panama to Northern Argentina). Black rings on a rich red-orange background mark the most highly desirable of these, the Brazilian Rainbow Boa (E. c. cenchria).  The somewhat duller but still attractive Columbian Rainbow Boa (E. c. maurus) is more commonly available.  Both of these […]
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Filtering Turtle Tanks – The Zoo Med Canister Filter and Submersible Models

Maintaining clean water is one of the biggest challenges facing aquatic turtle keepers.  Here at ThatPetPlace we stock a number of filters designed especially for use with turtles.  Most are submersible and will function even in very low water…one, the Turtle Cliff Filter, also doubles as a basking site and […]
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Hunting the Huntsman – Keeping the Giant Crab or Huntsman Spider – Part 2

[…]run down their prey, and are quite ravenous.  I’ve observed youngsters being dragged about by roaches three times their size, and adults sometimes catch lizards and small bats. Huntsman Spiders are entirely arboreal and adapted to living upon flat surfaces, such as walls and tree trunks, as opposed to branches. […]
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Garter Snakes in Captivity – Diet and Species Accounts – Part 4

[…]of NYC. The Eastern Garter Snake (T .s. sirtalis), exhibits the typical yellow-striped, black- spotted garter snake pattern.  Individuals vary widely, however…I’ve come across quite bland and nearly black individuals.  Exceptionally large specimens may approach 4 feet in length, but 24 inches is typical. Some common garter snake subspecies are […]
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A Most Unusual Lizard – the Crocodile, Armored or Casque-headed Skink

[…]of thick, pointed scales line the back.  Its color is dark brown to black, with a striking red or orange area about the eye.  Crocodile Skinks average 6.5-7.8 inches in length. Range The Crocodile Skink is found only in Papua New Guinea and on the nearby Admiralty Islands.  One additional […]
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Turtles Have Shells But They Still Need a Place to Hide! – Part 1

[…]top of the platform and tank’s wall form a nice underwater cave readily used by young painted, spotted, mud and other turtles. Next time we’ll take a look at a few species that have special needs, and I’ll add a note about an old turtle of mine that hides within […]
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Breeding the Great Crested Newt, Triturus cristatus – Part 1

[…]History The Crested Newt, which may reach 6.4 inches in length, is grayish to black above and orange with round black spots below.    Living a largely terrestrial existence for most of the year, both sexes enter breeding ponds in late winter or early spring.  At this point, the males’ […]
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