May 7th 2020
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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!
How to Prepare a Phenomenal Semi-Aquatic Tank
Image courtesy of Varun Kulkarni
Are you considering a semi-aquatic species for a pet? Knowing how to house them can seem like a challenge, but most semi-aquatic tanks have
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Apr 22nd 2020
So What Upkeep Does a Bioactive Terrarium Require?
So What Upkeep Does a Bioactive Terrarium Require?
You may have heard that bioactive terrariums require very little maintenance once they are established, and that is true. That being said, there’s no such thing as a tru
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Apr 16th 2020
How Do You Know When Your Tadpole Is Ready to Leave the Aquarium?
How Do You Know When Your Tadpole Is Ready to Leave the Aquarium?
Photo courtesy of Kei Rothblack
Raising tadpoles is tricky business. After a few weeks to months of fully aquatic life, they reach a point in their
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Apr 2nd 2020
Keeping Your Exotic Pet Healthy During COVID-19
Keeping Your Exotic Pet Healthy During COVID-19
Photo courtesy of Amy Humphries
Everything is a little different right now. It’s a little crazy out there. And you may be wondering if there’s anything you should ch
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Mar 12th 2020
Register for The Tye-Dyed Iguana Summer Camp 2020
Register for The Tye-Dyed Iguana Summer Camp 2020
Image courtesy of Magyarország
I know, summer sneaks up before you realize it. You’ve still got lots of school-year responsibilities to attend to, like making sure
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Mar 5th 2020
Did You Know that Tadpoles and Frogs Have Completely Different Diets?
Did You Know that Tadpoles and Frogs Have Completely Different Diets?
Not sure what an appropriate diet is for your frog at various stages of its life? That’s understandable; amphibians can be confusing that way.
If yo
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Feb 27th 2020
Would You Feed Your Reptile Gel Food?
Would You Feed Your Reptile Gel Food?
Image courtesy of Liam Edwards
Several well-known exotic pet brands have come out with gel food for omnivores and carnivores. It’s packaged food with balanced nutrition.
But just
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Jan 30th 2020
The Quick and Dirty Guide to Bioactive Substrate
The Quick and Dirty Guide to Bioactive Substrate
Image courtesy of Aquarimax Pets
Do you want a terrarium setup that looks more natural and beautiful, as well as being easy to maintain?
Then a bioactive terrarium may
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Jan 16th 2020
Why Reptile Keeping is the Best Hobby for Crafters
Why Reptile Keeping is the Best Hobby for Crafters
Image courtesy of Timofei Ryazanov
You ever have one of those moments where you wish you could combine two of your favorite things to make something even better? Well,
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Jan 9th 2020
Here's Where to Find St. Louis Reptile Conventions and Events in 2020
Here's Where to Find St. Louis Reptile Conventions and Events in 2020
Photo courtesy of Joshua Ness
Want to know where you can find all kinds of exotic animals, from those commonly kept as pets to rare specimens? The T
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Jan 2nd 2020
A Small Budget is Not a Roadblock to Building a Bioactive Terrarium
A Small Budget is Not a Roadblock to Building a Bioactive Terrarium
Interested in setting up a bioactive terrarium but feeling held back by the cost involved? Then here’s some good news: you really don’t have to spend
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Dec 19th 2019
What to Know Before Buying an Exotic Pet for Christmas
What to Know Before Buying an Exotic Pet for Christmas
It’s the holiday season, and pets are a popular gift for parents to give children or for partners to give significant others. Sounds like the perfect gift, right?
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