Meet the day gecko of the genus Phelsuma
Without a doubt, the day gecko of the genus Phelsuma is one of the most stunning animals found in terrariums. Despite being geckos, they are not difficult to spot, even … 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.
Hermann’s Tortoise (Testudo hermanni) – A Long-Term Companion
Hermann’s tortoise (Testudo hermanni) belongs to the family of land tortoises (Testudinidae). Species from this family are adapted to terrestrial life in relatively dry environments. They have thick, columnar limbs … Read More
The Crested Gecko – a miniature dragon from New Caledonia
The crested gecko (Correlophus ciliatus) belongs to the Diplodactylidae family, the most diverse and widely distributed group within the Gekkota (gecko) infraorder. Over the past few years, this small lizard … Read More
Target training reptiles
Reptiles have long captivated our imagination with their diverse forms, stunning colors, and remarkable behaviors. While animal training is commonly associated with dogs or horses, reptiles possess a remarkable capacity … Read More
Chinese pond turtle (Mauremys reevesii) – a small semiaquatic turtle
The Chinese pond turtle (Mauremys reevesii) is a good choice to start terrarium adventure, as it is one of the smaller species of semiaquatic turtles and can forgive minor mistakes … Read More
Semi-aquatic turtles – biology
Semi-aquatic turtles can be also called pond turtles. I think that these names can be used interchangeably in this case, because they both reflect the characteristics of their lifestyle and … Read More