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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!

Types of Frogs that Make Good Pets

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Feb 10th 2022

Types of Frogs that Make Good Pets

Types of Frogs that Make Good PetsThinking about bringing a frog home? You’ve got plenty of options to choose from. In fact, frogs come in many different species. But some frogs make better pets than others.Here’s a list of a … read more >
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How to Know Which Reptile to Choose

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Feb 3rd 2022

How to Know Which Reptile to Choose

How to Know Which Reptile to ChooseWant to get an exotic pet but don’t know which one is right for you? You’re in luck. This article covers what you should consider when selecting a reptile for a pet.There are certain categor … read more >
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Why Does Everybody Love Axolotls?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 27th 2022

Why Does Everybody Love Axolotls?

Why Does Everybody Love Axolotls? Photo by LaDameBucolique Axolotls are a fairly uncommon exotic pet, but they’ve been gaining in popularity. In fact, axolotls can now easily be found on memes and t-shirts. So what i … read more >
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Is Your Bioactive Enclosure Cool Enough?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 23rd 2021

Is Your Bioactive Enclosure Cool Enough?

Is Your Bioactive Enclosure Cool Enough?Photo by dimitrisvetsikas1969One of the great joys of keeping a reptile or amphibian is getting to decorate their enclosure—or, at least it is for many exotic pet keepers. If that’s not … read more >
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Holiday Cookie Ideas for Reptile Lovers

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 16th 2021

Holiday Cookie Ideas for Reptile Lovers

Holiday Cookie Ideas for Reptile LoversPhoto courtesy of Julia M Usher Looking for something a little different to bring to this year’s holiday party? Want to bring something that reflects your personality just as much as t … read more >
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Reptile Terms You May Not Know

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 9th 2021

Reptile Terms You May Not Know

Reptile Terms You May Not KnowPhoto by MilchdrinkIf you’re new to the reptile hobby, you may not quite have learned all the lingo yet. Like any hobby, herpetoculture (which is keeping reptiles or amphibians, by the way) has i … read more >
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December Featured Fish: Swordtail

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Dec 2nd 2021

December Featured Fish: Swordtail

December Featured Fish: SwordtailPhoto by Valentin HintikkaEvery month this year, we’ve featured a different tropical fish and talked about some of its features and care requirements. This month’s fish is the swordtail.Swordt … read more >
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