Lets put it out there, snakes are the best! Imagine having a colourful and interesting pet that will enjoy attention when it’s provided but doesn’t need it to thrive. A pet that only needs feeding once a week or once a fortnight depending on the age and species. A pet that poops as much as […]
Reptiles and amphibians make excellent pets. The sheer number of species and variability of their behaviour and care requirements means that there is almost certainly a perfect pet reptile or amphibian for most people. While they are easily available and commonly kept they are still exotic pets and there are some things that need to […]
Reptiles can be found in different environments all over the world meaning that the conditions required for them to thrive will vary wildly from species to species. The four main points to consider when setting up a reptiles enclosure are humidity, heating, lighting and husbandry (including decor). Many people in the UK find humidity to […]
UVB lighting is one of the core components of any exotic pet enclosure but it can be quite difficult to know which is best for your enclosure and species. In this blog, we will outline the 3 main types of UVB, what they are good at and where they fall short. There are a lot […]
Bio-active terrariums have been a great success and are now as common as traditional setups in our store. Most of the customers that come to our Reptile Centre will leave with the materials to match our jungle themed gecko and frog terrariums. The only part that can be a bit of a struggle is selecting […]
One of the most frequent questions we are asked at the Northampton Reptile Centre would be which thermostat do you need. The answer to this question really relies on what kind of heating equipment you are currently using and what you are trying to achieve with the equipment. There are 3 main types of thermostat including pulse […]
Bearded Dragons are fast becoming one of the most popular pets in the UK. Their passive nature, ease of care and longevity make this animal a great pet for anyone. Here at the Northampton Reptile Centre they are the most popular choice of reptile by a mile. Here are 5 brief points that make bearded […]
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