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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!

Reptile Impaction: How to Prevent It

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Oct 1st 2020

Reptile Impaction: How to Prevent It

Impaction in Reptiles is a Serious Health Issue That's Easily PreventedYou know that feeling when you’ve just had a really good poop? Yeah, well your reptile needs that, too.When your exotic pet, however, experiences impactio … read more >

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Featured Fish: Neon Tetra

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Sep 25th 2020

Featured Fish: Neon Tetra

Featured Fish: Neon TetraLooking for a good fish for your community aquarium? The neon tetra is a commonly kept tropical fish, and it’s easy to keep for beginners. Here’s the basic information you need to know about why peopl … read more >

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DIY Fish Bridge Between Aquariums

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Sep 17th 2020

DIY Fish Bridge Between Aquariums

Learn to Build a Fish Bridge Between Aquariums Have you ever wished your tropical fish had more space to swim around, but you don't have the money for a bigger aquarium right now? No problem. If you have a spare aquarium … read more >

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Best Algae Eater Fish for a Clean Freshwater Tank

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Sep 10th 2020

Best Algae Eater Fish for a Clean Freshwater Tank

Which Aquatic Species Help Keep the Tank Clean from Algae?Hate cleaning your aquarium? You’re not alone.Probably the least enjoyed aspect of having any exotic pet is cleanup duty, alas it’s a necessity. Fortunately, there are … read more >

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Aquarium Plant Temperature: What Each Species Needs

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Sep 3rd 2020

Aquarium Plant Temperature: What Each Species Needs

Aquatic Plants Have Temperature NeedsWhether you’re aquascaping just for the gardening hobby or you want to provide your tropical fish with a more natural environment, you need to consider the requirements for the plants. Jus … read more >

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How to Keep Your Exotic Pet Happy: Amphibian Edition

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Aug 27th 2020

How to Keep Your Exotic Pet Happy: Amphibian Edition

How to Keep Your Exotic Pet Happy: Amphibian EditionLast week I talked about how to provide enrichment for reptiles. But reptiles aren’t the only exotic pets. Amphibians also benefit from mental stimulation and an interesting … read more >

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What Do Lizards Eat? Diet, Enrichment, and Care Tips

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Aug 20th 2020

What Do Lizards Eat? Diet, Enrichment, and Care Tips

Reptiles Aren't Just for Looking At: How to Keep Your Exotic Pet HappyDo you ever have one of those moments where you and your lizard are just staring at each other through terrarium glass? Yeah, so in most cases you can’t ta … read more >

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How to Select Substrate for Planted Aquariums

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Aug 13th 2020

How to Select Substrate for Planted Aquariums

How to Select Substrate for Planted AquariumsFretting over which substrate to add to your planted aquarium? You don’t have to. The good thing about substrate choice is that in most cases, you can’t go terribly wrong.That bein … read more >

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The Quick Guide to Perfect Aquarium Water

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Aug 6th 2020

The Quick Guide to Perfect Aquarium Water

The Quick Guide to Perfect Aquarium WaterWant to know one of the best ways to keep your tropical fish healthy and happy for a long time? It’s simple. Maintain the right habitat for them.And for fish, that means making sure th … read more >

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Why Your Bioactive Tank Smells (And How to Fix It)

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 30th 2020

Why Your Bioactive Tank Smells (And How to Fix It)

How to Prevail Against Horrendous Bioactive Tank OdorsGot a smelly vivarium? It can certainly leave you scratching your head since bioactive setups are supposed to mimic a more natural setup and kind of “clean themselves.”And … read more >

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A Simple Bioactive Maintenance Routine

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 26th 2020

A Simple Bioactive Maintenance Routine

A Simple Bioactive Maintenance RoutineYou may be looking at this title and thinking: “Bioactive maintenance routine? But I thought a bioactive terrarium took care of itself.”And that’s true, but only partially.Having a bioact … read more >

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Aquarium Plants for Beginners (Easy Growth Guide)

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 16th 2020

Aquarium Plants for Beginners (Easy Growth Guide)

How to Grow Thriving Aquarium Plants, Even If You're a BeginnerPhoto courtesy of IrinaWhether you keep tropical fish or not, aquascaping is a form of gardening that can be easy and help you save on space, if that’s a concern. … read more >

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