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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!

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Danios: The Active Schooling Fish for Any Tank

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 13th 2021

Danios: The Active Schooling Fish for Any Tank

May Featured Fish: DaniosThis month’s featured fish is a fairly popular sight in tropical fish tanks. Danios come in several different species, and they’re also one of the main types of fish modified to become Glofish. Danios … read more >

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Cute Mother's Day Ideas for Moms Who Love Reptiles

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 6th 2021

Cute Mother's Day Ideas for Moms Who Love Reptiles

Cute Mother's Day Ideas for Moms Who Love ReptilesMother’s day is coming up soon, and a lot of places are probably suggesting gifts for the occasion, but not all moms like the traditional gifts. If your mom is one who’d prefe … read more >

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How to Prevent Pests in Your Grow Room (7 Methods)

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Apr 29th 2021

How to Prevent Pests in Your Grow Room (7 Methods)

What Can I Do to Prevent Pests in My Grow Room?One of the nice things about growing a hydroponic garden or other indoor garden is that you don’t have to worry too much about pests eating your plants. That being said, even ind … read more >

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6 Ways to Display Your Reptile Terrarium Better

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Apr 23rd 2021

6 Ways to Display Your Reptile Terrarium Better

Easy Ways to Display Your Reptile or Amphibian BetterRating Your Adorable & Questionable Reptile Setups - #5 by GoHerpingIt’s easy to get overwhelmed by other people’s terrariums. The internet is full of pictures and videos o … read more >

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Is Obesity Unhealthy for Snakes?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Apr 15th 2021

Is Obesity Unhealthy for Snakes?

Is Obesity Unhealthy for Snakes?How to tell if your Snake is a Proper Weight by Snake DiscoverySo your snake is looking a little chubby. Is that really a problem? After all, it looks kind of cute with those fat rolls, right?P … read more >

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April Featured Fish: Goldfish

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Apr 8th 2021

April Featured Fish: Goldfish

April Featured Fish: GoldfishThis month, let’s talk about goldfish. They’re an iconic pet fish. Many people have brought home a goldfish at some point in their lives, and there’s a good reason. These freshwater fish tend to b … read more >

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How to Tell If Your Fish Are Happy (Signs to Watch For)

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Apr 2nd 2021

How to Tell If Your Fish Are Happy (Signs to Watch For)

Are My Fish Happy?Fish can be harder to read than a pet like, say, a dog. Dogs run up to you and wag their tails when they’re happy. They respond to people in ways we tend to understand. Fish, however, don’t really smile or w … read more >

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Cute Exotic Pets: Our Favorite Animals at The Tye-Dyed Iguana

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Mar 25th 2021

Cute Exotic Pets: Our Favorite Animals at The Tye-Dyed Iguana

Cutest Exotic Pet Vids Think exotic pets can’t be as cute as dogs or cats? You’d be mistaken. Check out the cutest exotic pet videos I found on YouTube.Sulcata tortoise befriends puppies Sulcata tortoises are the giant … read more >

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What to Do If Your Reptile or Amphibian is Overweight

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Mar 18th 2021

What to Do If Your Reptile or Amphibian is Overweight

What to Do If Your Reptile or Amphibian is OverweightAnimals kept in captivity are more likely to be overweight than their wild counterparts, and that extra weight isn’t always good for their health and wellbeing. You can oft … read more >

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March Featured Fish: Cory Catfish

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Mar 11th 2021

March Featured Fish: Cory Catfish

March Featured Fish: Cory CatfishPhoto courtesy of Daniel McDermottThis month’s featured fish is the cory catfish, also known as corydora or just the cory. Cory catfish is a genus that includes over one hundred individual cor … read more >

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What Are Tarantula Book Lungs?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Mar 8th 2021

What Are Tarantula Book Lungs?

What Are Tarantula Book Lungs?In a previous article, I talked about bioactive setups for invertebrates. You can find that article here. One of the reasons bioactive terrariums are beneficial for arachnids in particular is tha … read more >

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What to Do if You Can't Take Care of Your Exotic Pet

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Feb 25th 2021

What to Do if You Can't Take Care of Your Exotic Pet

What to Do if You Can't Take Care of Your Exotic PetSometimes we think we’re ready for the joint fun and responsibility of taking care of a reptile, amphibian, or other exotic pet. Things happen, though. Life changes, and som … read more >

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