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Reptile Enrichment guide – compiled by Zoological experts
Reptile Enrichment guide – compiled by Zoological experts Introduction: Reptiles at zoos are housed in areas that display their natural habitats. There you will find enrichment that will stimulate them for good health. You need to investigate the natural history of each species to develop a safe and effective enrichment program. Consult knowledgeable people and […]
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Feeding Insect Eating Reptiles
Feeding Insect Eating Reptiles – By Dr. Barton C. Huber WHAT IS AN INSECTIVORE?An insectivore diet consists completely or partially of insects. Amphibians, some turtles and snakes, and many lizards belong to this group: Insect-eating lizards: • Agamas (Agamidae)• New World anoles (Anolis spp.)• Basilisk lizards (Basiliscus spp.)• Old World chameleons (Chamaeleonidae)• Chuckwallas (Sauromalus spp.)• […]
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Bearded Dragons Care Sheet
Bearded Dragons Care Sheet – By Dr. Barton C. Huber Native to the Australian desert, bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps) are members of the family Agama which includes frilled dragons (Chlamydosoaurus kingii) and Asian water dragons (Hydrosaurus amboinensis). Bearded dragons commonly attain a length of 2 feet (including the tail). Males tend to grow larger than […]
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Snakes as pets
Some snakes are kept as pets, especially docile species like the ball python and corn snake. A captive breeding industry has developed to meet the demand. Snakes that are bred in captivity are preferable to species caught in the wild as they make better pets. They can be very low-maintenance pets as they need minimal […]