At night, Mediterranean geckos hide in cracks, crevices, or caves during the daytime hours. Attracted to outdoor lighting sources such as streetlights or lights in gardens, they will gather around them attracted insects enticed by their glow. These hardy reptiles …
Feeder insects for Leopard Geckos should be gut-loaded and dusted with calcium before feeding to them, to avoid impaction or choking. Also, feeder insects should be of an appropriate size so as to not cause impaction or choke off in …
Desert tortoises are herbivores and enjoy snacking on grasses, leaves and flowers as well as eating cacti (such as the prickly pear). Hatchlings should be kept in an outdoor enclosure with shade to avoid overheating, since they cook and dehydrate …
Turtles make great pets that require special care compared to conventional cats and dogs, including having access to sufficient food, a proper environment, and suitable tanks in which they can live comfortably. Diets for pet turtles typically incorporate both animal …
Feeder insects can make an excellent part of a crested gecko’s diet or even be used as treats! Feed them calcium powder to boost their nutrition value, or to give your gecko more protein-rich snacks. Due to their hard exoskeletons, …
Geckos have sticky feet to enable them to adhere securely to walls and ceilings, and are polygynandrous and oviparous; each female lays two eggs. Chahoua geckos produce long, oval white eggs that are attached to high elevations such as tree …
Home tortoises should be fed a wide range of plants, fruits and vegetables for optimal health. Many high quality tortoise food pellets are available on the market to assist keepers with creating an array of diet choices for their tortoise. …
African fat-tailed geckos are gentle reptiles that are easily tamed. This species makes an excellent pet choice for children but should always be handled carefully! Geckos require access to clean water in their environment at all times – even if …
Flowers provide ample food sources for tortoises. Mulberry trees (Morus alba), in particular, produce fruits that stain patios and pathways yet make great snacks for tortoises. Lamb’s lettuce (Valerianella locusta) can often be found in bags of mixed salad and …
Water tortoises in their native environment eat aquatic vegetation, living invertebrates and any dead animal matter at the bottom of lakes; when kept as pets in captivity it is necessary to provide them with an appropriate diet rich in fibre …