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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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Legless Lizard vs Snake: How to Tell the Difference

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Nov 18th 2021

Legless Lizard vs Snake: How to Tell the Difference

Really? A Legless Lizard is Not a Snake? The European legless lizard is a somewhat misunderstood exotic pet. After all, what else is there to separate a snake from a lizard if not a lack of legs? Quite a few things, it t … read more >

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Witches, Warts, Frogs, and Toads: Amphibian Myths

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Oct 28th 2021

Witches, Warts, Frogs, and Toads: Amphibian Myths

Witches, Warts, Frogs, and Toads: Amphibian MythsPhoto by Victoria BorodinovaHalloween is coming up soon, and you’ll likely see a few warty witches over the weekend. And that brings to mind a few amphibian myths that have pop … read more >

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Crickets Vs. Mealworms: Other Things to Consider

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Sep 30th 2021

Crickets Vs. Mealworms: Other Things to Consider

Crickets Vs. Mealworms: Other Things to ConsiderPhoto courtesy of Jessica LuciaWe’ve done several articles recently on The Tyed-Dyed Iguana blog regarding feeder insects and which ones are the most convenient to keep around t … read more >

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You Can Feed Your Insectivore Lots of Things

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Sep 23rd 2021

You Can Feed Your Insectivore Lots of Things

You Can Feed Your Insectivore Lots of ThingsPhoto courtesy of Clint’s ReptilesWe’ve recently covered a couple of other feeder insects here on The Tye-Dyed Iguana blog, including our articles:How to Feed and Keep MealwormsHow … read more >

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Dubia Roach Care: Housing, Feeding, and Colony Tips

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Sep 16th 2021

Dubia Roach Care: Housing, Feeding, and Colony Tips

How to Feed and Keep Dubia RoachesPhoto by GoHerpingContinuing in our series on feeder insects for insectivores, have you considered feeding your reptile or amphibian dubia roaches? They’re a great source of nutrition for you … read more >

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How to Feed and Keep Mealworms

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Sep 9th 2021

How to Feed and Keep Mealworms

How to Feed and Keep MealwormsPhoto by HermanIn a recent article, we’ve talked about the fact that you can feed insectivore exotic pets more than just crickets, though crickets are incredibly common feeder insects. You can ch … read more >

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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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Invertebrates: Spider Keeping Basics

Posted by Diedra Blackmill on Jul 29th 2021

Invertebrates: Spider Keeping Basics

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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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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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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