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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 Obesity Unhealthy for Snakes?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on 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 … read more >
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April Featured Fish: Goldfish

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on 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 … read more >
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​Are My Fish Happy?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on 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 … read more >
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Cutest Exotic Pet Vids

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Mar 25th 2021

Cutest Exotic Pet Vids

Cutest Exotic Pet Vids Think exotic pets can’t be as cute as dogs or cats? You’d be mistaken. Check out the cutest exotic pet videos I found on YouTube.Sulcata tortoise befriends puppies Sulcata tortoises are the giant … read more >
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March Featured Fish: Cory Catfish

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Mar 11th 2021

March Featured Fish: Cory Catfish

March Featured Fish: Cory CatfishPhoto courtesy of Daniel McDermottThis month’s featured fish is the cory catfish, also known as corydora or just the cory. Cory catfish is a genus that includes over one hundred individual cor … read more >
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What Are Tarantula Book Lungs?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Mar 8th 2021

What Are Tarantula Book Lungs?

What Are Tarantula Book Lungs?In a previous article, I talked about bioactive setups for invertebrates. You can find that article here. One of the reasons bioactive terrariums are beneficial for arachnids in particular is tha … read more >
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How to Make a Cheap Bioactive Setup

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Feb 18th 2021

How to Make a Cheap Bioactive Setup

How to Make a Cheap Bioactive Setup Photo courtesy of SerpaDesign One of the most common reasons that reptile and amphibian keepers give for not creating a bioactive setup for their exotic pets is that it’s expensive … read more >
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February Featured Fish: Cichlids

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Feb 11th 2021

February Featured Fish: Cichlids

February Featured Fish: CichlidsPhoto courtesy of Cichlid BrosThis month’s featured fish is not just one species; it’s actually a family of fish. Cichlids are very commonly kept aquarium fish, and the family offers a lot of v … read more >
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