Reptiles
Hibernation of turtles at home: how and when turtles hibernate (photo)
Hibernation or anabiosis is a physiological state of mammals and reptiles, necessary to maintain the life of an animal in adverse conditions. In the wild, turtles go into winter and summer hibernation, waiting…
Turtle – carnivore or herbivore?
The answer to the question whether a turtle belongs to predators or herbivores depends on the specific species. Freshwater and marine representatives feed on animal food to a greater extent, and land turtles,…
How often do you need to feed a land tortoise at home, how many times a day should a pet eat
At home, you need to feed the land tortoise from 1-2 times a day to 2-3 times a week. The frequency of feeding and portion sizes depend on the age of the animal:…
How many years do red-eared turtles live at home (in an aquarium) and in the wild
With proper care at home, red-eared turtles live an average of 30-35 years. Cases have been recorded when in captivity these animals lived up to 40-50 years. Approximately the same average life expectancy…
Do land turtles drink water, how to water a turtle at home
Observations of land tortoises allowed scientists to understand that in the vast majority of cases, these animals receive moisture from succulent plant food. Sometimes they also drink water in the usual way –…
Turtle eggs (pregnancy and laying): how to understand that a turtle is pregnant, how eggs are laid and what determines the sex of the embryo
Turtles are oviparous. In nature, the “courtship season” falls on the spring, and in captivity they are able to breed year-round, but rarely bring offspring. If the conditions are suitable, then there are…
Land tortoise at home: where to buy, how to care for and whether it is worth starting at all
What to prepare for when buying a pet in a shell, explains professional herpetologist Lyudmila Ganina. The land turtle creates a special atmosphere at home and pleases the owners for many years. But…
Tiger python morphs (Python molurus bivittatus)
The world of selection does not stand still and every year new morphs of various snakes are born, including tiger pythons. We were unable to find material where all morphs of tiger pythons…
How do exotic animals feel at home?
Hello. Perhaps everyone thought before buying an animal: how will it feel in captivity? After all, a small and cramped terrarium is no match for a huge natural biotope. We will not be…
Fire salamander (Salamandra salamandra)
The largest representative of the Salamandriae family, it is excellent for both the beginner and advanced keeper. Areal The fire salamander is found in North Africa, Asia Minor, in Southern and Central Europe,…
