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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!

An Aquascape Guide for Turtle Tanks

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 12th 2018

An Aquascape Guide for Turtle Tanks

We talked recently about adding indoor plants to your herp’s terrarium. That’s one way to combine gardening and pet enrichment. Another is aquascaping. Aquascaping is basically just indoor gardening done underwater.You a … read more >

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Growing Indoor Plants for Your Exotic Pets

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 5th 2018

Growing Indoor Plants for Your Exotic Pets

Have you thought about combining your interests in indoor gardening and exotic pets? Yes, it is possible to grow plants in your reptile or amphibian terrarium. Gardening in your pet’s tank, however, is going to tak … read more >

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How to Enjoy Herps in Your Backyard

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jun 28th 2018

How to Enjoy Herps in Your Backyard

Did you know that you probably already have a host of reptiles and amphibians in your yard? Yep. You just have to know where to look for them. You can even make your backyard a popular spot for herping (finding amphibians … read more >

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Why Having an Exotic Pet is Good for Kids

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jun 14th 2018

Why Having an Exotic Pet is Good for Kids

Photo courtesy of Jamie Johannsen Think exotic pets and kids don’t mix? Think again. You may be surprised to know that many amphibians and reptiles actually make great family pets. It’s not your fault if you dismisse … read more >

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What Do I Need to Take Home My Scorpion?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 31st 2018

What Do I Need to Take Home My Scorpion?

Ready to take home a new scorpion pet? Don’t be too nervous. Scorpions are fairly easy to care for. The first thing to know before ever buying a scorpion, though, is that they are not pets to be handled. You should not … read more >

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Are Night Lights for Invertebrates Really a Thing?

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 17th 2018

Are Night Lights for Invertebrates Really a Thing?

Scorpions “are usually quite maligned and persecuted against” because of their creepy appearance, according to Professor Bryan Fry of University of Queensland. But if you own or are thinking about owning a scorpion as a pe … read more >

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What Lizard Owners Need to Know about Metabolic Bone Disease

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on May 3rd 2018

What Lizard Owners Need to Know about Metabolic Bone Disease

Photo courtsey of Mike AixklusivPicture this. You’ve had your pet lizard for a while and everything seems fine. You notice that its legs look a little funny, but you figure it’s nothing to worry about. Then, eventually, … read more >

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If You've Never Replaced Your UVB Light, You May Be Harming Your Reptile

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Apr 26th 2018

If You've Never Replaced Your UVB Light, You May Be Harming Your Reptile

Photo courtesy of Xavier JijónDiurnal reptile species require a UVB light bulb to get appropriate heat and lighting for their health. At the Tye-Dyed Iguana, we only sell these species with a UVB light or after testing y … read more >

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Keep Your Uromastyx Safe with the Right Substrate

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Apr 25th 2018

Keep Your Uromastyx Safe with the Right Substrate

Sometimes our exotic pets make poor decisions. It’s understandable; we don’t always make the best choices for ourselves either. Fortunately, it’s often easier to control your lizard’s environment than to stop yourself from ea … read more >

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Ball Pythons Aren't Just for Beginners...Here's Why

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Apr 5th 2018

Ball Pythons Aren't Just for Beginners...Here's Why

Most people think of ball pythons as the beginner snake. They’re the exotic pet you buy when you’ve never owned a reptile before. It makes sense. Ball pythons are docile and easy to care for. If you think these snakes, howeve … read more >

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Troubleshooting Your Beardie's Diet

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Mar 22nd 2018

Troubleshooting Your Beardie's Diet

Finicky bearded dragons can be a problem for exotic pet owners. Fortunately, this doesn’t have to be an issue once you understand the usual reasons why your lizard is not eating properly. That’s what you’ll learn in this quic … read more >

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How to Raise Mealworms Without Grossing Out House Guests

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Mar 8th 2018

How to Raise Mealworms Without Grossing Out House Guests

Let’s start with the basics. Why would you want to raise mealworms? Well, if you own exotic pets, creepy crawlies like mealworms become pretty commonplace sights in your home.Most lizard owners simply buy mealworms and other … read more >

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