Jun 17th 2021
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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!
Is It Okay to Keep Reptiles and Amphibians Together?The majority of herp keepers keep their exotic pets in separate, solo terrariums. In fact, when you come into The Tye-Dyed Iguana in Fairview Heights, this is a setup you ma
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Jun 10th 2021
How to Keep Custodians Alive in an Arid Vivarium
How to Keep Custodians Alive in an Arid VivariumIf you’ve dipped your toes into the world of bioactive herp keeping, then you’re probably aware that most tank custodians like to be kept in a moist environment with leaves and
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Jun 4th 2021
June Featured Fish: Glofish
June Featured Fish: GlofishWhat is a Glofish?Glofish are fluorescent fish that glow under blacklights or blue lights. When they glow, they display bright, vibrant colors. Their colors can also become more vibrant under bright
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May 27th 2021
Betta Peace Lily Tank
Betta Peace Lily Tank
MD Fish Tanks
Betta fish are a favorite among fish keepers who want only a small tank rather than a large community aquarium. Not only are these fish happy to be the solo ruler of their domain, th
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May 20th 2021
What Kind of Lights Do Fish Need?
What Kind of Lights Do Fish Need?You may have seen various aquarium lights available at the tropical fish store and wondered which lights, if any, your fish need. The answer depends upon whether you have live plants in your t
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May 13th 2021
May Featured Fish: Danios
May Featured Fish: DaniosThis month’s featured fish is a fairly popular sight in tropical fish tanks. Danios come in several different species, and they’re also one of the main types of fish modified to become Glofish. Danios
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May 6th 2021
Cute Mother's Day Ideas for Moms Who Love Reptiles
Cute Mother's Day Ideas for Moms Who Love ReptilesMother’s day is coming up soon, and a lot of places are probably suggesting gifts for the occasion, but not all moms like the traditional gifts. If your mom is one who’d prefe
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Apr 29th 2021
What Can I Do to Prevent Pests in My Grow Room?
What Can I Do to Prevent Pests in My Grow Room?One of the nice things about growing a hydroponic garden or other indoor garden is that you don’t have to worry too much about pests eating your plants. That being said, even ind
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Apr 23rd 2021
Easy Ways to Display Your Reptile or Amphibian Better
Easy Ways to Display Your Reptile or Amphibian BetterRating Your Adorable & Questionable Reptile Setups - #5 by GoHerpingIt’s easy to get overwhelmed by other people’s terrariums. The internet is full of pictures and videos o
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Apr 15th 2021
Is Obesity Unhealthy for Snakes?
Is Obesity Unhealthy for Snakes?How to tell if your Snake is a Proper Weight by Snake DiscoverySo your snake is looking a little chubby. Is that really a problem? After all, it looks kind of cute with those fat rolls, right?P
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Apr 8th 2021
April Featured Fish: Goldfish
April Featured Fish: GoldfishThis month, let’s talk about goldfish. They’re an iconic pet fish. Many people have brought home a goldfish at some point in their lives, and there’s a good reason. These freshwater fish tend to b
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Apr 2nd 2021
Are My Fish Happy?
Are My Fish Happy?Fish can be harder to read than a pet like, say, a dog. Dogs run up to you and wag their tails when they’re happy. They respond to people in ways we tend to understand. Fish, however, don’t really smile or w
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