The importance of a good hide

The importance of a good hide

by Karen Nilsson
Reptiles that brumate, such as snakes, lizards and turtles, undergo a period of dormancy during the winter months when temperatures drop. During this time, their metabolic rate slows down, and they conserve energy by reducing their activity levels.Hi…
Rise and Shine

Rise and Shine

by Ailie Mackenzie
Have you ever woken up from a long nap and had no idea where you were or what year it was? Now imagine waking up from a three-month nap where you might not have even moved! Although the annual experience of brumation is totally natural for many of yo…
The best pet ever?

The best pet ever?

by Karen Nilsson
Green tree frogs are probably the best known of all Australian Frogs. They are easy to look after, long lived and kid friendly. You don't need a lot of space and feeding them is simple.A good size glass terrarium is 60x60x45cm with a soft mesh top a…
Food,  food glorious food for Bearded Dragons

Food, food glorious food for Bearded Dragons

by Karen Nilsson
Whether you've just got your first Bearded Dragon or yours is a member of the family,its good to know the best foods for your pet.Baby and juvenile Beardies will eat 2-3 times a day and generally you can feed them for 10 minutes at a time and then s…
Winter Care for your pet reptiles

Winter Care for your pet reptiles

by Karen
Reptile Winter CareMany reptiles brumate over the winter months. This means that they slow down, eat and drink less and poo less often as a result. They usually don’t sleep entirely and may have days were they wake have a drink and go back to a more…