We publish a blog post every week on Thursday. We cover a range of topics related to reptiles, fish, bio-active setups, and plants. Below you will find a wealth of information for your reading pleasure. Enjoy!
Clinical Management of Coelomic Distension in Anurans: A Comprehensive Report on Etiology, Diagnosis, and Therapeutic Intervention
TL;DR: The "Too Long; Didn't Read" Rescue Guide
If your frog suddenly looks like a water ball
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Troubleshooting Your Picky Ball Python: A Step-by-Step Guide
TL;DR: The Quick-Start Guide to Ending the Hunger Strike
In a rush? I understand. You just want your friend to eat. Here is the cheat sheet to troubleshooting your
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Metabolic Bone Disease in Reptiles: The Silent Threat and How to Prevent It
TL;DR: Executive Summary
Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) is the most common preventable pathology in captive reptiles. It is not a disease of "weak bon
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Stuck Shed: Why It Happens and How to Safely Help Your Reptile
TL;DR: The Quick Fix Guide to Stuck Shed
What Is It? Dysecdysis, or "stuck shed," happens when your reptile fails to shed its skin completely. It’s not ju
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The Physiological and Ecological Failures in Eublepharis macularius Husbandry: An Exhaustive Analysis of Critical Care Errors
TL;DR: The "Too Long; Didn't Read" Cheat Sheet
In a rush? Here is the "Cliff's Notes" version of t
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The First 72 Hours: A Comprehensive Protocol for the Physiological Stabilization and Husbandry of Newly Translocated Reptiles
TL;DR: The 72-Hour Survival Protocol
For those requiring an immediate operational checklist, the f
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Choosing the Right Plants for Your Terrarium: A Species-by-Species Guide
TL;DR: The Quick & Dirty Guide to Bioactive Flora
In a rush? Here’s the "cheat sheet" for building a living vivarium without killing your pl
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Bioactive 101: What It Is and Why Your Reptile Needs It
TL;DR: The "Too Long; Didn't Read" Summary
What is Bioactive?
It’s not just a cage with dirt; it’s a living, breathing micro-ecosystem. Instead of sterile
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Advanced Husbandry Protocols for Coenobita Species: Engineering a Thriving Hermit Crabitat
TL;DR: The "Thriving" Protocol Cheat Sheet
For those requiring immediate data without the deep dive, here are the non-negotiable par
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A Biological and Husbandry Guide to Tarantula Keeping for the Novice Arachnologist
TL;DR: The Absolute Essentials for Beginners
Hey, I get it. 2,000 words is a lot. If you're standing in a pet store right now and need the b
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Setting Up Your First Freshwater Aquarium: A Step-by-Step Guide
A Quick-Look Guide: The 10-Minute Version
Welcome to the crash course! This article is a deep dive, but if you're in a hurry, here is the bare-bones summary of
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The Modern Amphibian Keeper: A Comprehensive Guide to Pet Frogs
TL;DR: Pet Frog Care Essentials
Beginner Species: Good starter frogs are the White's Tree Frog (arboreal/climber) and the Pacman Frog (terrestrial/burrower)
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