[…]of water in their enclosure they might drown. I prefer to use an all in one cricket food/drink combo such as Fluker’s Complete Cricket Diet. This provides both water and food for the cricket. You need to clean out their enclosure: Even if you are just keeping them in […]
Both Bearded Dragons and Leopard Geckos are about as close to “perfect” as a reptile pet can be, and either is a great choice for new and experienced owners alike. But the costs of ownership, both short and long term, do vary between the two. Novice reptile enthusiasts sometimes obtain […]
[…]Bulbs are available in two strengths and several lengths, and must be paired with T5 fixtures or hoods. They are rated to emit UVB over a distance of 22-24 inches, at levels that double the output of Zoo Med’s traditional bulbs (anecdotal evidence may indicate a greater range, but further […]
[…]advance in lighting technology – “black” light”, UVB and so on –came a new fixture. Combo hoods allow us to keep UVA, UVB, heat and night (red/black) bulbs in one place. The movable sockets and integrated timers included in some models increase our ability to establish thermal gradients, day/night cycles […]
[…]to my early years at the Bronx Zoo, I cannot imagine how we avoided fires and electrocution! Combo hoods have space for several different types of bulb, allowing us to keep UVA, UVB, heat and night (red/black) bulbs in one place. In addition to the convenience factor, the movable sockets […]
[…]Bronx River which I have frequented since childhood, partially submerged shopping carts and car hoods are the most frequently used basking sites (the few logs that are available are rarely occupied by turtles!). Further Reading Detailed maps of the slider’s range in North America, as well as the US Geological […]
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