Archive for 'Care Info'
Waxy Monkey Tree Frogs in captivity
Posted on12. Jul, 2011 by John F. Taylor.
The waxy monkey tree frog Phyllomedusa sauvagii is also known as the Chaco Leaf Frog. Common name(s) aside, these are interesting frogs more for intermediate keepers than beginners. Some of their requirements are slightly harder to recreate and are unusual for amphibians. The best way to understand these frogs is to look at their natural [...]
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Did you know you can grow your own reptile food at home?
Posted on20. Jun, 2011 by Natalie Sandifer.
I have always had an interest in gardening, my dad and grandmother both grew fruit and veggies in the garden and I loved picking the fruits of their labours (particularly strawberries when Nan wasn’t looking!) my aunty would take me to the local pick your own farm (PYO) to gather berries for her jam making, [...]
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Pacman Frogs – An amphibian with attitude
Posted on11. May, 2011 by Gary Rolfe.
If you’re from the UK, like me, you’ll be very familiar with the gentile pond frogs (Rana temporaria) we get over here. They kinda sit there, you put one in your hand… they kinda still sit there. Occasionally you’ll find one of the randy little fellows humping your goldfish, but in all honesty (and as much as I [...]
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Bearded Dragon Care – How to set up a bearded dragon vivarium
Posted on06. Apr, 2011 by Gary Rolfe.
As bearded dragons are our most common reptile companion it’s important that we know the correct way to care for them. This mini series of bearded dragon care articles will cover everything you need to know to take the very best care of your beardie. One of the most important factors in ensuring good bearded [...]
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The Brazilian Whiteknee Tarantula – is there a better looking spider?
Posted on19. Jan, 2011 by John F. Taylor.
The Brazilian Whiteknee Tarantula (Acanthoscurria geniculata), or Giant White Knee as it is sometimes known, is native to the Brazilian rainforest and are so named due to the striking colouration of their legs. They were, or are, one of the more popular Tarantula species being kept in captivity today. This particular species is generally thought [...]
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Natural reptile habitats are not always the best. Why?
Posted on19. Jan, 2011 by Gary Rolfe.
I was asked a question recently on one of our YouTube videos that really got me thinking about they way we keep our reptiles. It was a question about the best substrate to use with Bearded Dragons. I don’t want to open this debate again, but my personal preference is for beech woodchip. I was told [...]
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The best way to Hibernate your Tortoise?
Posted on29. Sep, 2010 by Gary Rolfe.
The nights are closing in and it’s definitely getting cooler, the chances are you’re probably already starting to think about hibernating your tortoise. It’s still a little early but it’s worth getting ready in advance. A lot of people are still worried about hibernating their tortoise, especially if it’s for the first time. Worry no [...]
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Are your reptiles warm enough this winter?
Posted on22. Dec, 2009 by Gary Rolfe.
We’re all noticing the drop in temperature as the days become shorter and we’re bombarded with snow and ice. I’ve received a lot of emails from reptile keepers, concerned that their pets are no longer warm enough in their enclosures. The guys in the shop are getting exactly the same questions from customers, so it [...]
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How do we hibernate tortoises?
Posted on28. Oct, 2009 by Gary Rolfe.
Tortoise hibernation is coming around again and many of you are asking for help to make sure your pet hibernates as safely as possible. Please ignore anything you have seen previously on Blue Peter, as that risky method has now been superseded by far safer protocols. I hope you enjoy the video we have put [...]
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How do you Care for your Crickets?
Posted on11. Sep, 2009 by Gary Rolfe.
Live crickets are without a doubt the most popular reptile food around. But did you know it’s possible to make your pet’s favourite snacks even tastier and more nutritious? Healthy crickets are by far a much better diet for reptiles than dehydrated, half dead ones. That’s obvious, right?. It is a question I get asked [...]
