A new source of UVB is on the market, compact florescent. If you aren’t sure what we are talking about, these are the spiral bulbs, the ones you often use to save energy. These new UVB bulbs have a bad reputation already, and one should consider staying away from them until everything is sorted out.
Posted: July 28th, 2008 under General Information.
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Finding a breeder is not always an easy thing to do. It can take months of research to find a reliable one for the exact reptile you are looking for. It’s not an easy task, but researching should always be done prior to purchasing. If you are not sure about the breeder, avoid them all together.
Posted: April 6th, 2008 under General Information.
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Heat mats are used for a lot of different reptiles, such as snakes and leopard geckos. They have a tendency to get extremely hot, which isn’t good for some animals. There is no one to regulate the temperature of the heat mat without a controller, so you have no idea if it really is at an ideal temperature for you pet. Controllers are a must have for all reptiles, and with all those choices, how do you decide?
Posted: February 12th, 2008 under General Information.
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There are so many places to purchase a reptile at, but you can’t always trust them. The reptiles aren’t always healthy, and are often kept in poor living conditions. There are better ways to get a reptile which is healthy and will live its life to the fullest, that is if you provide proper care. A reptile show is a great way to find all sorts of species.
Posted: January 31st, 2008 under General Information.
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Picking out a new reptile can be tough. There are so many different colors, shapes and sizes. Some reptiles have legs, like lizards and frogs, while snakes slither. Before picking out the type of reptile you will want, you must decide on the space you are willing to devote to this animal, and the amount of money you have to put towards it.
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Posted: November 27th, 2007 under General Information.
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