Category: Habitats & Care
Zen Habitats Meridian 4’ x 2’ x 4’ PVC Enclosure Review
The Zen Habitats Meridian enclosure came essentially pre-built. [...]
Why Enclosure Design Matters
Enrichment is an extremely important aspect of reptile welfare that can reduce stress-related behaviors. [...]
Creating Microhabitats For Frogs
Amphibian enthusiasts who have cleared the first few hurdles of the hobby, who are comfortable with the ins and outs of general husbandry, are ready [...]
How To Build A Bioactive Enclosure For Your Crested Gecko
A more natural approach to keeping America’s favorite pet gecko. [...]
Ideal Heating For Your Reptiles
Heat for reptiles isn’t just for comfort — it’s for survival. [...]
Expert Tips On Planting A Lush Vivarium
Choose plants that will go well with your reptile when setting up a vivarium. [...]
An Examination Of Tortoise Health Conditions
Find out what ails your tortoise and potential remedies. [...]
Top 5 Tips To Protect The Health Of Your Reptiles
Do your homework, and research what is involved in caring for a reptile, before selecting the species that you want to keep. [...]
Bearded Dragon With Nutritional Secondary Hyperparathyroidism (NSHP)
If caught early, NSHP can sometimes be cured by a change in husbandry habits, especially in regard to UVB and diet supplementation. [...]
Herp Queries: Difficulty Seeing Reptiles In Their Zoo Enclosures
If you can't see a particular reptile in its enclosure at the zoo, don't be shy to ask for help in spotting it. [...]
How To Create The Perfect Desert Terrarium
Build the right enclosure for your desert species. [...]
Factor Your Reptiles In Disaster Preparedness
Develop an emergency action plan and follow it. [...]
The Vet Report: Environmental Enrichment for Reptiles
Environmental enrichment will improve the health of captive reptiles. [...]
DIY Planted Mix Recipes for Planted Vivariums
Planting mix recipes to help you create amazing planted vivariums [...]
Carnivorous Plants For Beginners
Carnivorous plants can be interesting additions to vivariums, but plan carefully. [...]
The Best Reptile Misting Systems
Among the various environmental requirements you should know about any herp you keep is what relative humidity is normal in its native habitat and, th [...]
Build The Ultimate Turtle Pond
Construct a healthy, attractive habitat for your turtles. [...]
Preparing Reptiles For Winter's Sleep
Know the basics for successfully hibernating your pet reptile. [...]
Create a Habitat for your Chameleon
With relatively simple modifications (such as adding some appropriate plants), the right type of room can become a great home for a large chameleon. [...]
Supplemental Nutrition For Your Reptiles
Proper reptile nutrition requires six essential components. [...]
Reptile Lighting Information
Information on how natural and artificial lighting affects reptiles. [...]
Designing And Building A Vivarium
Step-by-step instructions for creating a unique and attractive vivarium from the ground up. [...]
Herp Hides: Provide A Proper Reptile Hiding Place In Your Reptile Enclosure
Keep your reptiles healthy by providing a hiding spot for them. [...]
Natural Vivarium Substrate Recipes
Bonus content from the August 2011 REPTILES magazine article, “Understanding What’s Underfoot.” [...]