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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!

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Are Crickets the Best Food for Insectivores?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Aug 26th 2021

Are Crickets the Best Food for Insectivores?

Are Crickets the Best Food for Insectivores?Gary MyersIf you keep a lizard, you most likely feed it insects much of the time, and crickets are one of the most easily found and affordable options. They’re also palatable for mo … read more >

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Plant Aesthetics: Getting the Look You Want

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Aug 19th 2021

Plant Aesthetics: Getting the Look You Want

Plant Aesthetics: Getting the Look You WantLUM3NPlants can really make a space look nicer. In addition to being a hobby, they also enhance the aesthetic of your home. And creating an aesthetic with plants isn’t just about dec … read more >

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Platy Fish Care: Diet, Tank Setup, and Breeding Guide

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Aug 12th 2021

Platy Fish Care: Diet, Tank Setup, and Breeding Guide

August Featured Fish: PlatiesAqeWe’ve talked about a lot of beginner fish for tropical fish tanks, and platies (pronounced with a short “a”) are one that doesn’t get mentioned as much as others, but they are hardy live bearer … read more >

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How to Breed Crickets at Home (Complete Guide)

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Aug 5th 2021

How to Breed Crickets at Home (Complete Guide)

How to Breed Cricketshttps://flic.kr/p/2m1fsafIn a previous blog post, I talked about how to care for feeder crickets,including a brief section on breeding crickets to feed to your exotic pet. Crickets are fairly easy to care … read more >

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Pet Spider Care: A Beginner's Guide to Keeping Spiders

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 29th 2021

Pet Spider Care: A Beginner's Guide to Keeping Spiders

Invertebrates: Spider Keeping BasicsSpiders are one of the easiest and least expensive exotic pets to keep. You only need a few supplies to get started with them, and their diet is simple. Here are the basics to know if you a … read more >

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Corn Snake Care: Beginner Guide to This Easy Pet Snake

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 23rd 2021

Corn Snake Care: Beginner Guide to This Easy Pet Snake

Corn Snakes: An Active and Easy to Care For Exotic PetIf you’re new to the world of reptile keeping, you might want to take a look at corn snakes for your first pet snake. They are one of the easiest animals to care for and a … read more >

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How to Get Rid of Gnats in a Bioactive Terrarium

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 15th 2021

How to Get Rid of Gnats in a Bioactive Terrarium

What to Do About Gnats and Fruit Flies in Your Bioactive TerrariumCreating a bioactive terrarium is about incorporating multiple forms of life in your animal’s habitat. Typically, that means having an enclosure where a reptil … read more >

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What to Feed Crickets: Complete Feeder Cricket Care

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 8th 2021

What to Feed Crickets: Complete Feeder Cricket Care

How to Care for Feeder CricketsMany exotic pets are insectivores and depend on feeder crickets for nutrition. Although you can feed many of these animals other insects, as well, feeder crickets are the most popular regular fo … read more >

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July Featured Fish: Rasboras

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 1st 2021

July Featured Fish: Rasboras

July Featured Fish: Rasboras Rasboras are an excellent fish for beginner aquarists. In fact, they’re related to several other species of easy to care for fish, including danios, goldfish, and barbs. If you haven’t hear … read more >

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Have You Heard of These Invertebrates?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jun 24th 2021

Have You Heard of These Invertebrates?

Have You Heard of These Invertebrates?We talk a lot about reptiles, amphibians, and even fish on this blog, but we don’t cover invertebrates as often outside of occasional spider talks and articles about bioactive custodians. … read more >

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Is It Okay to Keep Reptiles and Amphibians Together?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jun 17th 2021

Is It Okay to Keep Reptiles and Amphibians Together?

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 … read more >

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How to Keep Custodians Alive in an Arid Vivarium

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jun 9th 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 … read more >

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