Snake Facts - What Your Mother Didn’t Tell You
Snakes can devour prey many times larger than themselves. A snake has an amazing ability to change its body structure in order to eat something larger than itself.
Gecko Food - What Do Geckos Eat?
What kinds of things are gecko food? Geckos are predatory animals. This means that a lot of a geckos day is spent hunting for food.
Platform Bird Feeders - They Get the Birds Coming In
Platform bird feeders make a nice starter bird feeder or wonderful addition to an established bird feeding station. They can help you develop a backyard bird habitat that you can be proud of and that will attract many different species of birds.
Hoedspruit Cheetah Project and the Endangered King Cheetah
The elusive king cheetah has only been spotted in the wild six times which raises questions over whether in fact any still remain. However, the Hoedspruit Cheetah Project has been instrumental in breeding these rare felines at their animal rehabilitation centre in the northern Transvaal province of South Africa.
Gecko Care - A Gecko Care Snapshot
The gecko is found in many warm climates around the globe. Gecko's can be located in a variety of warm areas, they are wide spread, pose no threat to people and are quite adaptable. They do not mind the presence of people and will live peacefully with them.
Birds Love to Bathe in the Sun
Bathing and sunning is a ritual practiced by most birds to keep their feathers in pristine condition. Different kinds of birds have their own style when bathing and sunning. It doesn't matter which kind of birds you have in your yard all of them are fun to watch!
What Bats Will I See Where I Live
Northeastern States: In this area of the country you will probably see the Little Brown and the Big Brown and they do use artificial roosts or bat houses. You might also find the Evening Bat, Eastern Pipistrelle, Yuma Myotis or the Mexican free- tailed bat and these also will use bat houses.
How to Attract Bats Or Natural Insect Control
Bats are always looking for new roosts for protection. Bat housing temperatures are critical to a bat. Where a bat house is mounted is critical to attracting bats.
Salt Water Hermit Crab
An educational article about salt water hermit crabs and their habitat. Explaining simple things like where did their name come from and more complex facts about their reproduction.
Animals of the Galapagos Islands
The Galapagos Islands are one of the wonders of the natural world. These remote islands are located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean and are home to some of the most unique wildlife anywhere in the world. The giant tortoise reigns supreme the lack of natural predators has created a nature-lover's paradise. When you tour the Galapagos Islands you will be surprised by the incredible up-close wildlife encounters. The opportunities for unbelievable photographs will make this an adventure you will never forget.
Having Fun With Anoles (Lizards)
Have you ever thought it was possible to have fun with your pet anole or lizard? You can enjoy them everyday.
National Park Service
I am sure just like me you often wondered what it takes to keep the park and its environs looking the way they do each time you visit, especially making sure the park is maintained. Well the National park service are the people who make sure that the park and its environment go on without any hitches or problems. The national park services main job is to ensure that no problem befalls the park and that the wildlife, plants and the whole environment stay natural and original.
Bearded Dragon Food - How to Ensure Your Pet Has a Long and Healthy Life
I'm very lucky as my wife loves our bearded dragon even more than I do and often chuckles to herself when fetching home crickets on the bus. She loves to watch her fellow travellers looking all over the bus for the crickets she has singing in her bag!
European Pond Terrapins
What are European Pond Terrapins? The strong and gorgeous turtles called 'European pond terrapins' Emys orbicularis (Linnaeus, 1758), are found in central and southern Europe, (from France and the Iberian Peninsula in the west and Germany to Netherlands in the north), North Africa and West Asia and some places of Australia. It prefers to live in slow-flowing or still water. Presently there are 13 sub-species with different color, size and markings seen at different geographical locations.
Taking Care of African Dwarf Frogs - Top 3 Frequently Asked Questions
African dwarf frogs are rewarding to keep and they can live a long time, up to 7 years. They're not a difficult pet to take care of, but there can be some confusion about what's best for them. Here are some answers to a few of the most commonly asked questions.
Caring For African Dwarf Frogs - Aquarium Setup Basics
Like any other aquatic pet, African dwarf frogs have care requirements that help them stay healthy and live a long time. Just because these frogs are tiny doesn't mean they don't deserve to have lots of space to move around in, and clear, warm water. But what exactly are the basic care requirements of these amazing frogs?
Leopard Tortoises - “Runny Nose Syndrome”
Leopard tortoises can be prone to developing "Runny Nose Syndrome" more than other species. This illness can cause major problems for your pet if it is not treated quickly. RNS is not strictly a disease but a way of describing a number of symptoms indicating an upper respiratory tract infection. There can be a number of causes for "RNS" but if left unchecked can cause pneumonia and death.
Feeding African Dwarf Frogs - What Does an ADF Eat, Anyway?
African dwarf frogs can appear to be finicky eaters and feeding them can be frustrating. Realize, though, that these frogs have poor eyesight, and generally only see things that are in front of them and at an angle. When trying to figure out what you can feed your frog, there are several options available that you can consider.
Is Every Ferret a Wild Ferret?
What is a ferret? Where does it come from? One popular species of ferret is the Black Footed Ferret. It has been stated that the Black Footed ferret is a solitary animal, and that the females raise their kits alone. As with a domesticated ferret, the Black Footed ferret sleeps the majority of the day - up to 21 hours, in fact! During the night hours, they hunt their prey.
Fun With Your Ferret Pets
Ferrets have got to be one of the most lively animals you could have as a pet. Like cats and dogs, this is an animal that loves to play, and play they will. While your ferret will also sleep most of the day, play time is highly important. Younger ferrets are more energetic and curious. They will be into everything in an exploring adventure.