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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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How to Make a Cheap Bioactive Setup

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Feb 18th 2021

How to Make a Cheap Bioactive Setup

How to Make a Cheap Bioactive Setup Photo courtesy of SerpaDesign One of the most common reasons that reptile and amphibian keepers give for not creating a bioactive setup for their exotic pets is that it’s expensive … read more >

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February Featured Fish: Cichlids

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Feb 11th 2021

February Featured Fish: Cichlids

February Featured Fish: CichlidsPhoto courtesy of Cichlid BrosThis month’s featured fish is not just one species; it’s actually a family of fish. Cichlids are very commonly kept aquarium fish, and the family offers a lot of v … read more >

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Bioactive for Invertebrates: Is it Really Necessary?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Feb 4th 2021

Bioactive for Invertebrates: Is it Really Necessary?

Bioactive for Invertebrates: Is it Really Necessary?So you’ve probably heard about bioactive setups for reptiles and amphibians, and you know that having a naturalistic environment can provide enrichment and health benefits t … read more >

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Live Plants in Reptile Enclosures: Easier Than You Think

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 28th 2021

Live Plants in Reptile Enclosures: Easier Than You Think

Is It Really That Hard to Keep Live Plants in Your Reptile Enclosure?Have you been holding out on starting a bioactive terrarium? Maybe you know all the benefits going bioactive has for your exotic pet, but you’ve never grown … read more >

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Cutest Isopod Species: Top Picks for Bioactive Builds

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 22nd 2021

Cutest Isopod Species: Top Picks for Bioactive Builds

These Isopods are So Cute!Photo courtesy of SerpaDesignIf you keep a bioactive terrarium, then you may be looking for ways to make your setup more interesting. There are lots of options, like adding vivarium backgrounds, new … read more >

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January Featured Fish: Angelfish

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 14th 2021

January Featured Fish: Angelfish

January Featured Fish: AngelfishLooking for a first fish or maybe a new fish for an aquarium you already have? Angelfish are a good choice for beginners and up, as well as for community tanks.If you’re not familiar with angel … read more >

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How to Treat Ich in Fish: Causes, Symptoms, and Cures

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 7th 2021

How to Treat Ich in Fish: Causes, Symptoms, and Cures

What to Do if Your Aquarium is Infected with Ich Last week I wrote about how to know if your fish is infected with ich. In that article, I discussed how ich is quite contagious and can easily affect an entire aquarium. I … read more >

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Ich Disease in Fish: Causes, Symptoms, and How to Treat It

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 31st 2020

Ich Disease in Fish: Causes, Symptoms, and How to Treat It

What is Ich and What Does It Do to Tropical Fish?Photo courtesy of James PickettIch is a disease that can affect tropical fish—even those that you buy from an exotic pet store. This disease is also known as white spot disease … read more >

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Do My Reptiles Need Additional Heat in the Winter?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 23rd 2020

Do My Reptiles Need Additional Heat in the Winter?

Do My Reptiles Need Additional Heat in the Winter?You heat your house or apartment in the winter, so your reptiles should be covered as far as heat goes, right? Maybe.Winter temperatures that are comfortable for you may not w … read more >

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Going on Vacation? How to Care for Exotic Pets Away

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 17th 2020

Going on Vacation? How to Care for Exotic Pets Away

What to Do If You Want to Go on Vacation and Have a House Full of Exotic PetsPeople may be traveling less these days, but circumstances may still come up where you have the opportunity to get away for a while. When that happe … read more >

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Safe Treats for Reptiles and Amphibians

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 10th 2020

Safe Treats for Reptiles and Amphibians

Safe Treats for Reptiles and AmphibiansWith the holidays around the corner, you may be thinking about special treats for your reptile or amphibian. After all, why shouldn’t they enjoy something a little extra, too?Of course, … read more >

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December Featured Fish: Kuhli Loach

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 3rd 2020

December Featured Fish: Kuhli Loach

December Featured Fish: Kuhli LoachLooking for an interesting freshwater fish for populating the bottom of your tank? Kuhli loaches are easy to find at most tropical fish stores, and they’re fairly easy to care for.Take a loo … read more >

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