January 2023

A Beginner’s Guide to Keeping a Green Bottle Blue Tarantula

This was Indra as a baby! A Guide to Keeping a Green Bottle Blue Tarantula (Cyanopelma cyaneopubescens) Scientific Name: Cyanopelma cyaneopubescens Husbandry Parameters: Housing: A terrarium with a minimum size of 10 gallons or more. Ensure there is enough space for hiding spots, climbing (although this species is terrestrial,) and burrowing. Substrate: A mixture of …

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Arboreal Tarantula Feeding and Housing: What You Need to Know

Arboreal tarantulas, which are species of tarantulas that primarily reside in trees, have specific requirements for their housing, diet, and general care. Here are some key points to consider when keeping arboreal tarantulas: Housing: Provide a vertically-oriented terrarium or cage, at least 2-3 times the length and width of the tarantula’s body, with plenty of …

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A Beginner’s Guide to Mourning Gecko Ownership

Here’s some great information of the care of these amazing little creatures! Mourning geckos are small, easy-to-care-for lizards that make great pets for those who are new to reptile ownership or for those who are looking for a low-maintenance pet. Here is a guide to proper husbandry for mourning geckos: Habitat: Mourning geckos do best …

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The best pet snake: Western Hognose Snakes

Western Hognose snakes (Heterodon nasicus) are a small species of colubrid snake that are native to North America. They make great pets for snake enthusiasts due to their unique appearance and friendly nature. However, proper care must be taken to ensure the snake’s health and well-being. Housing: A western Hognose snake should be kept in …

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Veiled Chameleon: Love your pet the right way!

Veiled chameleons are a type of chameleon that are native to the Arabian Peninsula. They are a popular pet due to their unique appearance and relatively easy care requirements. However, they do have specific needs that must be met in order to ensure their health and well-being. Housing: A single veiled chameleon should have a …

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