Mealworms are a commonly fed insect to many pet owners, but they should only be used occasionally. Mealworms contain high levels of fat and calcium and have a hard exoskeleton (made from chitin), which could lead to impaction in the …
If you’re thinking about adopting or adding a sulcata tortoise to your family, make sure they get the correct food. This will ensure they receive all of their nutritional requirements and stay healthy for an extended period of time. Sulcata …
Snakes differ from most mammals in that they do not consume fruits and vegetables. Their digestive systems aren’t equipped to handle plant matter well, plus they lack the necessary bacteria for effective breakdown. They are obligate carnivores and must eat …
Kenyan Sand Boas are gentle, slow-moving snakes that require minimal care and attention. As such, they’re commonly sold into the pet trade. Babies and adult snakes prefer frozen/thawed rodents no larger than their body width as a meal once or …
Land turtles are omnivores, meaning they eat both meat and plant-based foods. Young box turtles tend to be carnivores until age 6, but as they mature into adults they begin eating more plants. Most pet turtles eat pellets, insects, cooked …
African fat-tailed geckos make great pets for anyone seeking a docile and easy-to-handle lizard that requires minimal upkeep. Not only that, but these geckos require very little money in terms of care costs too! If you want to keep an …
If you own a snake in captivity, you may be wondering if they eat its shed skin. Fortunately, the answer to this common query is no! Snakes shed their skin to maintain healthy and robust scales. This process typically lasts …
Some remarkable stories have emerged recently of pet turtles that managed to go months without food. One was discovered under a pile of laundry after having been left for several months; another tortoise was trapped beneath the foundations of a …
Box turtles should be fed a variety of foods. A balanced diet is essential for your turtle’s health and wellbeing. These turtles thrive on a diet of fruits, vegetables and insects. Additionally, they enjoy fresh aquatic plants so ensure to …
Animals that prey on moles include skunks, weasels, foxes, coyotes and domesticated cats. These predators can dig into their tunnels and use their teeth to kill the creatures. Many have pondered if snakes also eat moles. The answer is yes, …