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Holiday Cookie Ideas for Reptile Lovers(Post)
Holiday Cookie Ideas for Reptile LoversPhoto courtesy of Julia M Usher Looking for something a little different to bring to this year’s holiday party? Want to bring something that reflects your per ...
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The Ultimate List of Hydroponic Perennials(Post)
A couple weeks ago we talked about growing perennial vegetables in a hydroponic garden. But growing perennials isn’t just about food production. Maybe you just enjoy tending the plants and seeing how ...
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Best Algae Eater Fish for a Clean Freshwater Tank(Post)
Which Aquatic Species Help Keep the Tank Clean from Algae?Hate cleaning your aquarium? You’re not alone.Probably the least enjoyed aspect of having any exotic pet is cleanup duty, alas it’s a necessi ...
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Legless Lizard vs Snake: How to Tell the Difference(Post)
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 ...
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Salmonella and Reptiles: Real Risk or Overblown?(Post)
Fever, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea--these can be the effects of picking up a salmonella infection from your exotic pet. And symptoms can last up to a week. So, how common is it to contract salmone ...
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Growing Plants With Betta Fish (Aquaponics Intro)(Post)
Got an aquarium? Got an indoor garden? Why not put them together? Aquaponics doesn’t have to be a big endeavor. You can create even a very small scale aquaponics project, like this . Of course, you w ...
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Keep Your Uromastyx Safe with the Right Substrate(Post)
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 tha ...
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How to Know if You're Cut Out for Fish Keeping(Post)
How to Know if You're Cut Out for Fish KeepingPhoto by Hung DieselAre you on the fence about whether or not to get a fish? Worried that you may not want to put in the effort?No worries. There’s an ea ...
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Crickets Vs. Mealworms: Other Things to Consider(Post)
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 c ...
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Scorpion Care Guide: Setup, Feeding, and Safety Tips(Post)
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 b ...
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How to Know Which Reptile to Choose(Post)
How to Know Which Reptile to ChooseWant to get an exotic pet but don’t know which one is right for you? You’re in luck. This article covers what you should consider when selecting a reptile for a pet ...
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How to Get Rid of Ants in Houseplants (3 Steps)(Post)
Ants are a fairly common indoor pest, and keeping house plants can provide them with places to build nests inside. If you have potted plants, it’s possible for ants to form colonies near their roots, ...