Turtle diseases
Turtles are among the most popular reptiles kept as pets. Each species has specific environmental requirements and dietary preferences that are crucial to its health. A well-cared-for turtle can live … Read More
Category: Reptiles
Reptiles like turtles, snakes and lizard, seem most popular choice among terrarists. They are cold-blooded animals, which means that their activity depends on the ambient temperature. It is essential to take this into account when preparing their terrarium or aquaterrarium. To enjoy healthy animals or even achieve breeding success, it is necessary to look carefully at the needs of a specific species. And this must be done in terms of aquarium equipment and proper feeding. Mistakes in this field very often cause irreversible changes in the bodies of reptiles, contributing to deformities. Poorly fed reptiles are also more susceptible to various diseases and definitely live shorter lives.
Our experts will share their knowledge on how to prepare different types of terrariums (tropical, desert and steppe) or aquaterrarium for semi-aquatic turtles. You will learn about the different types of terrarium substrates and the technical equipment necessary to maintain the right temperature and humidity. You will learn how to properly feed reptiles and why it is so important supplement them with minerals and vitamins.
Russian Tortoise (Testudo horsfieldii) – a native of the Asian steppes
The Russian tortoise (Testudo horsfieldii) belongs to the family Testudinidae (land tortoises), a group fully adapted to life on land. The genus Testudo evolved to inhabit relatively dry environments. Species … Read More
Yellow-footed tortoise (Chelonoidis denticulatus) – a beauty from South America
The yellow-footed tortoise (Chelonoidis denticulatus) is a member of the family Testudinidae. Species in this family are adapted to life on land. Most inhabit relatively dry environments, but some live … Read More
Marginated tortoise (Testudo marginata) – the largest land tortoise in Europe
The marginated tortoise (Testudo marginata) belongs to the family Testudinidae, a group of tortoises fully adapted to life on land. Species within the genus Testudo are particularly suited to relatively … Read More
Wintering land and semi-aquatic turtles
Wintering turtles is a complex and delicate process that every keeper of wintering species should understand. But before diving into the details, let’s clarify the terms wintering, hibernation, and brumation. … Read More
Anolis genus in a terrarium – care, diet, and ecological groups
Anolis lizards have been gaining popularity among breeders and hobbyists for years, mainly due to their small size, beautiful coloration, and incredibly interesting behaviors that can be observed in terrarium … Read More