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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!

Carnivorous Fish: Best Species and How to Keep Them

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Aug 1st 2019

Carnivorous Fish: Best Species and How to Keep Them

How to Care for Carnivorous Fish Photo courtesy of Christy Hammer Last month I talked about how to get your fish to stop eating your aquarium plants, and one of the suggestions was to put carnivorous fish in the … read more >

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The Jurassic Park Plot Twist that Scientists Knew All Along

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 25th 2019

The Jurassic Park Plot Twist that Scientists Knew All Along

The Jurassic Park Plot Twist that Scientists Knew All Along When told that the dinosaurs in Jurassic Park were all female so that breeding could be contained within the lab, Dr. Ian Malcolm remarks that “Life will not be … read more >

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6 Surprising Facts About Succulents

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 18th 2019

6 Surprising Facts About Succulents

6 Things You Might Not Know about Succulents Even if You Already Own OnePhoto courtesy of Milada VigerovaSucculents are super popular right now, and it’s easy to see why. They’re fairly hardy and easy to care for. And as many … read more >

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How to Breed Your Own Isopods: Part 1

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 11th 2019

How to Breed Your Own Isopods: Part 1

If you’ve read our article on getting a few tiny janitors for your bioactive terrarium, you may be wondering what you can do to keep a steady supply of isopods around. We’ve got you covered. Take a look at how yo … read more >

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How to Stop Fish from Eating Your Aquarium Plants

Jul 4th 2019

How to Stop Fish from Eating Your Aquarium Plants

You thought a planted tank sounded like a good idea. But then the fish uprooted and ate everything green. What gives? How are you supposed to maintain balance between flora and fauna?Here are a few tips for how to stop your f … read more >

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Caring for an Elderly Reptile: 8 Tips That Help

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jun 27th 2019

Caring for an Elderly Reptile: 8 Tips That Help

Noticing that your pet isn’t as young as they once were, and wondering what you need to know about taking care of an aging exotic pet?No worries. There are only a few simple changes typically needed when reptiles reach advanc … read more >

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Mythological Plants: Legends, Lore, and Exotic Species

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jun 20th 2019

Mythological Plants: Legends, Lore, and Exotic Species

Photo courtesy of Pedro Freitas I love a good story about mythological creatures. But mythological plants don’t get nearly as much attention. Remember the scene in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets when … read more >

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Join Us for The Tye-Dyed Iguana Summer Camp 2019

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jun 7th 2019

Join Us for The Tye-Dyed Iguana Summer Camp 2019

Looking for something different for your kids to do this summer? Cut the whining about boredom short and have them join us at The Tye-Dyed Iguana Summer Camp. What is The Tye-Dyed Iguana Summer Camp?We offer this summer camp … read more >

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Are You Just a Gardener or Are You a Plant Parent?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jun 6th 2019

Are You Just a Gardener or Are You a Plant Parent?

Do you worry about your plants when you leave for vacation? Do you greet them first thing in the morning? Are you the type of gardener that tells your potted babies to take care when you leave the house?Then you may be more t … read more >

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How to Tame an Iguana: Tips That Actually Work

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 30th 2019

How to Tame an Iguana: Tips That Actually Work

Can reptiles be tame? Or even...affectionate?It’s “common knowledge” that reptiles simply don’t relate to humans in the ways the mammalian pets like dogs and cats do.But what if common knowledge is wrong?Plenty of iguana owne … read more >

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How to Get Rid of Ants in Houseplants (3 Steps)

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 23rd 2019

How to Get Rid of Ants in Houseplants (3 Steps)

Ants are a fairly common indoor pest, and keeping house plants can provide them with places to build nests inside. If you have potted plants, it’s possible for ants to form colonies near their roots, and this is a problem for … read more >

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Bioactive Cleanup Crews: Nature's Waste Removal

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 16th 2019

Bioactive Cleanup Crews: Nature's Waste Removal

You may have noticed that we sell isopods at The Tye-Dyed Iguana and Indoor Cultivator. They can be used to keep soil healthy for your plants by breaking down decaying matter. But they can also be used in your reptile or amph … read more >

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