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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!

Why You Should Never Kill Spiders

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Oct 25th 2019

Why You Should Never Kill Spiders

Are You Guilty of This Halloween Crime? Why You Shouldn't Kill Spiders It’s the time of year when everyone starts putting up fake spider decorations. But that doesn’t stop them from killing real spiders every time they s … read more >
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Do Tortoises Feel Their Shell? (Yes, They Love It)

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Aug 22nd 2019

Do Tortoises Feel Their Shell? (Yes, They Love It)

Do Tortoises Like to Have Their Shell Scratched? Image courtesy of Albrecht Fietz We like to think of tortoise shells as armor, and they are. But it's not the same as a medieval knight wearing plate mail. Tortoises … read more >
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