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The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs-now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly!
Bearded dragons are increasingly popular; they may soon overtake the green iguana as the most popular reptile in the U.S. With their unique appearance, docile nature, and minimal care requirements, beardies make a great introduction to reptile keeping. With colorful photos, charts, and tables,...
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Notorious for being one of the best reptiles to have as a pet, the bearded dragon is a well-known favorite. This new edition of the best-selling The Bearded Dragon Manual is packed with valuable information that will help you learn how to take quality care of your pet and provides a close look at all the characteristics that have made these attractive lizards so popular. From breeding, egg-laying, and basic genetics to creating a comfortable habitat,...
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Corn Snakes in Captivity by Don Soderberg Corn Snakes are the ultimate success story in the captive bred reptile industry. They have been bred in ever-increasing numbers since the late 1960s and are available to hobbyists in a myriad of colors and patterns. Every year, new and exciting morphs are produced and the possibilities appear to be endless. Corn Snakes not only provide keepers with exciting genetics projects, but they are the most gentle...
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Blue-tongued skinks are unique reptiles that are popular among reptile enthusiast not only for their characteristic blue tongue, but also for their ease of keeping. The newest edition the highly regarded Advanced Vivarium Systems series, Blue-Tongued Skinks is an essential guide to keeping these eye-catching reptiles; it contains useful information for all reptile keepers, whether you are a prospective buyer, a new skink owner or an experienced reptile...
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Chameleons are fascinating creatures-they have eyes capable of moving independently of one another, a projectile tongue that allows them to capture insects from a distance, and a prehensile tail that helps keep them stable when climbing trees and shrubs. The Essential Care of Chameleons is packed with everything you need to know on selecting, acclimating, housing, and feeding a chameleon. You'll also find a special section on caring for the more popular...
6) Milksnakes
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An elite member of the kingsnake family, the milksnake is found exclusively in the Americas and has one of the largest ranges of all snakes. Milksnakes by Bryan Engler and Jerry Walls is devoted to this most diverse of snakes, whose color variations in the pet world exceed those found in nature, illustrating how wildly popular milksnakes are with hobbyists. Thanks to milksnakes' hardiness, ease of breeding and feeding, and generally friendly nature,...
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The Lizard Keeper's Manual by Philippe de Vosjoli intends to provide real detailed information for all devoted lizard owners who wish to provide the very best of care for their pets. The author states in the foreword, "In terms of the herpetoculture of reptiles, the keeping of lizards is probably the most challenging." He explains that Lizards demonstrate a great diversity of adaptations and specializations," and thus keepers need the very best advice...
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Illustrated with over 150 color photographs, Crested Geckos is an authoritative, visual guide to this very popular lizard species. For their amazing colors and patterns, low maintenance requirements, longevity, and attractive appearance, crested geckos have captured the fancy of hobbyists. Crested Geckos provides guidelines for keepers who wish to select a crested gecko to add to their vivarium and to maintain their pet in excellent health and condition....
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BALL PYTHONS in CAPTIVITY by Kevin McCurley The ball python is arguably the most popular constrictor available in captivity today, and its an exhilarating time to be involved in keeping these snakes. Stunning new color and pattern morphs are introduced every year, along with more husbandry resources than a keeper can shake a snake at. Kevin McCurley, owner of New England Reptile Distributors (NERD) and a devoted python breeder, presents two decades...
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At last, a book about this special lizard that emphasizes total care and companionship! You'll not only learn about specific traits of your iguana, like its needs for light and heat, you'll learn what the world's like from your pet's perspective. Best of all, the book is filled with color photos, info-packed sidebars and fun facts to make caring for your pet easy and enjoyable.
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LEOPARD GECKOS in CAPTIVITY by Robbie Hamper In a relatively short span of fifteen years, the Leopard Gecko has become one of the top reptile pets. They are docile, hardy, and reach an adult size that is becoming to most reptile keepers. Their harmless behavior and seemingly pleasant "smile" have made them attractive to a wide variety of keepers from the novice to the advanced specialist. Leopard Geckos in Captivity will be helpful for those interested...
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TARANTULAS and SCORPIONS in CAPTIVITY by Russ Gurley The keeping of invertebrates as pets is growing across the planet. Tarantulas and scorpions are at the front of this exciting movement. The keeping and breeding of captive tarantulas and scorpions is truly an art form. The number of captive invertebrates available to hobbyists worldwide is directly related to the breeding programs being established by keepers. Probably more than any other section...
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Considered by author Philippe de Vosjoli as "the first domesticated species of lizard," the leopard gecko has fast become "the reptilian version of the parakeet or goldfish." Leopard Geckos takes a close look at the characteristics of this species that have made these attractive lizards so amazingly popular in the pet world. As a hardy, easy care, and potentially long-lived lizard, the leopard gecko is the perfect size, attractive in its velvety skin,...
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This comprehensive Bearded Dragon book is written by an experienced long-time owner of Bearded Dragons and is designed for those who want to own or already own a Bearded Dragon pet.
This type of reptile has specific needs to remain healthy and happy. The information covers numerous topics including:
**Proper care and handling,
**Bearded dragon food and diet,
**Hydration tips,
**Bearded dragon habitat, cage or terrarium,
**Bearded dragon supplies,
**Heating...
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Chameleons in Captivity by Connie Dorval Chameleons are the exotic dragons of herpetoculture. They fascinate us with their methodical behaviors and unusual physical attributes. Beyond their unusual physicality and their curious nature, a chameleon in captivity has specific husbandry needs that require diligence and understanding for long-term success and a natural lifespan. Their needs aren't difficult, but they are very necessary. Chameleons will...
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Tortoises are simply vegetable-eating turtles, and because of their easycare requirements they are among the most popular of all herps kept as pets. This colorful and informative guide proves the perfect introduction to these attractive reptiles. Author Philippe de Vosjoli provides guidelines for selecting and keeping the most popular tortoises, highlighting the leopard tortoise, African spurred tortoise, red-footed tortoise, Russian tortoise, and...
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Esta guía práctica se dirige a todos aquellos aficionados que deseen ampliar su conocimiento sobre la cría de las tortugas acuáticas, desde su clasificación hasta su morfología o el funcionamiento de su organismo.
Gracias a estas páginas aprenderá a preparar un hábitat adecuado para estas criaturas, ya sea en el interior de su casa o al aire libre. También encontrará consejos para solucionar posibles problemas de alimentación, salud, reproducción...
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Kingsnakes & Milksnakes in Captivity by Robert Applegate The kingsnakes and milksnakes are some of the most beautiful of the world's snakes. They are found in a wide range of colors and patterns. Some have spots, some have bands or rings around the body, and some have stripes from head to tail. Many are coral snake mimics with bright red, yellow (or white), and black bands or rings. This great variety makes the kingsnakes and milksnakes very popular...
19) Vivaria Designs
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Vivaria Designs is one reptile book from the highly acclaimed Advanced Vivarium Systems series. The AVS series, founded and guided by herpetocultural pioneer Philippe de Vosjoli, is the #1 series on reptile care. From choosing a pet to selecting a veterinarian to feeding, housing, breeding, and more, these books deliver the most helpful and up-to-date information available on popular reptiles and amphibians kept as pets.
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Frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts are among pet owner's favorite amphibians, and this colorful guide proves the perfect introduction to these fascinating animals. Author Philippe de Vosjoli provides guidelines for keeping the most popular species of amphibians, highlighting Oriental fire-bellied toads, leopard frogs, dwarf clawed frogs, fire-bellied newts, and tiger salamanders. For each he provides insight into commonly kept species, systematics,...
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