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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!

Dart Frog Tadpoles Piggyback

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 21st 2020

Dart Frog Tadpoles Piggyback

Dart Frog Tadpoles Piggyback Things have been pretty serious lately with pandemic news and elections coming up. So this article is just for fun and not for thinking too much. Did you know that poison dart frogs carry the … read more >

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So What Upkeep Does a Bioactive Terrarium Require?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on 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 … read more >

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Bioactive Substrate: Best Mixes for Every Reptile Type

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 30th 2020

Bioactive Substrate: Best Mixes for Every Reptile Type

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 … read more >

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Why Reptile Keeping is the Best Hobby for Crafters

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on 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, … read more >

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How to Build a Bioactive Terrarium on a Budget

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jan 2nd 2020

How to Build a Bioactive Terrarium on a Budget

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 … read more >

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How to Start Your First Living Vivarium

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Oct 16th 2019

How to Start Your First Living Vivarium

How to Start Your First Living Vivarium How to build a Natural Vivarium (From Scratch)! By Reptiliatus We’re getting a lot more interest at the Tye-Dyed Iguana regarding living vivariums, or bioactive terrariums. And w … read more >

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How to Breed Isopods: Colony Setup and Care

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Aug 8th 2019

How to Breed Isopods: Colony Setup and Care

How to Breed Your Own Isopods: Part 2 A few weeks ago I talked about how to set up a breeding terrarium for your isopods in “How to Breed Your Own Isopods: Part 1”. Now it’s time to get to the really fun part - adding th … read more >

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