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Frog Bloat: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment (Including African Dwarf Frogs)(Post)
Clinical Management of Coelomic Distension in Anurans: A Comprehensive Report on Etiology, Diagnosis, and Therapeutic Intervention TL;DR: The "Too Long; Didn't Read" Rescue Guide If your frog suddenl
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How to Hold a Hermit Crab Without Getting Pinched(Post)
True story:I once had hermit crabs as a kid. I was equipped with all the knowledge of a grade schooler...and all the lack of mindfulness.When I bought the crabs, they came with care instructions, incl
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Best Pet Frogs: Top Species, Setup, and Care Guide(Post)
The Modern Amphibian Keeper: A Comprehensive Guide to Pet Frogs TL;DR: Pet Frog Care Essentials Beginner Species: Good starter frogs are the White's Tree Frog (arboreal/climber) and the Pacman Fr
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Best Pet Amphibians for Beginners: Top 4 Picks(Post)
If you’re like many of the people coming into The Tye-Dyed Iguana, you’re looking for a pet that your child can interact with and maybe help take care of. But if you don’t have much experience with
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Waxy Monkey Tree Frog: Care, Diet, and Handling Guide(Post)
Can’t decide between a monkey and a frog for a pet? A waxy monkey tree frog may be the best of both worlds. Okay, so they don’t look much like a monkey. But with their long fingers, they can adeptly c
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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 salmonel
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Do You Need to Feed Microfauna in a Bioactive Tank?(Post)
Do You Need to Feed Microfauna? Photo courtesy of Hans Braxmeier There are two answers to the question, “Do you need to feed microfauna?” The first answer is, well, no, you don’t have to. They’
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December Featured Fish: Kuhli Loach(Post)
December Featured Fish: Kuhli LoachLooking for an interesting freshwater fish for populating the bottom of your tank? Kuhli loaches are easy to find at most tropical fish stores, and they’re fairly ea
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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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Best Cleanup Crew for Bioactive Terrariums (Compared)(Post)
Cleanup Crew Showdown—Ultimate Winner The last couple of weeks, we have looked at various species that can serve as tank janitors, or the cleanup crew, for bioactive terrariums. These microfauna
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Ball Python Care Guide: Habitat, Feeding, Setup(Post)
The Complete Ball Python Care Guide: Habitat, Feeding, and Common Mistakes TL;DR Ball pythons are the most popular pet snake in the world for good reason: they are docile, beautiful, and live 20 to
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Tarantula Bite: Does It Hurt and What Should You Do?(Post)
Oh no! Your tarantula bit you. What should you do? The first thing to do is calm down and realize that you’re not going to die...most likely. The truth is that for the majority of people, a tarantu