9 Feb, 2010
African spurred tortoise is quite admired by people as pet besides being a problematic pet. It is also known as African spur thigh tortoise, desert tortoise, African tortoise and sulcata tortoise. These tortoises are mostly found in southern edge of Sahara desert in North Africa. African spurred tortoises are the largest of all mainland tortoises and can weigh up to 200 pounds. The size of African spurred hatchling is 6 – 10 inches. The hatchling grows quickly in the first few years of their lives. Averagely African spurred tortoise can grow up to 24 – 36 inches in length and can weigh about 150 pound. They can live up to 80 years. African spurred tortoise is native to Sahel and Sahara desert. African spurred tortoises are difficult to handle and requires good amount of care. Some of the African spurred tortoise care tips are mentioned below that will help you in keeping your pet healthy.
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7 Feb, 2010
Galapagos tortoises are world’s largest tortoise and are commonly known as the giant tortoise. The weight of this tortoise is 900 pounds and a shell length is 54 inches. An Adult Galapagos tortoise can weigh up to 300 kg sand can grown up to 4 ft in length. The life span if this tortoise is s100 to 150 years in wild. Galapagos tortoise doesnot srequire much care as they are easy to handle. Some of the Galapagos tortoise care tips is mentioned below.
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5 Feb, 2010
Fantail pigeons are quite admired by people as pet because of their beautiful looks. The fantail pigeon basically has an Indian origin and is known as the broad tail shaker species. Fantail pigeon have a slender neck, small head and a beautiful fan shaped tail and small body. Most of the fantail pigeon comes in white color and looks stunning. Some of the fantail pigeon comes in black, yellow, blue, red, saddle and checkers in color. They are the most beautiful pigeon species. Fantail pigeon require normal care like any other pet requires. Some of the fantail pigeon care tips is mentioned below that will help you should keep in mind so that you can keep your pet fantail pigeon healthy.
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3 Feb, 2010
Reptiles easily get infected by several types of diseases due to change in weather, unhygienic food, dust, dirty water or unhygienic place. It is significant for one to provide proper care to their reptile in order to maintain their beauty and majesty. Reptile owners should have the basic knowledge about the diseases often found in reptiles. At times Vet live far away or are unable to answer to a call immediately, so owners should try to handle a sick reptile on their own. Some of the common diseases that are found in reptiles are mentioned below
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1 Feb, 2010
It is essential for one to fulfill basic requirements of their reptile if you are planning to tame a reptile. The prime pre requisite of reptile is a cozy and comfortable enclosure to stay in. Selecting a reptile enclosure requires lots of consideration than deciding a house for other pets. Substantial search is required to Purchase a reptile enclosure. You should provide proper enclosure to your reptile so that they can flourish comfortably. Try to gather as much information as you can about different reptile enclosure in order to provide suitable enclosure to your reptile. Reptile enclosure should be selected wisely not a whim. Different reptiles require different enclosure to stay in therefore it is essential for owner to understand their reptile’s need before purchasing enclosure for it. Certain thing should consider while purchasing reptile enclosure.
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30 Jan, 2010
There are several essential supplies for reptiles to keep them strapping and dynamic. One should be aware of the supplies that are regularly required by reptiles in order to survive and flourish. There are some products that that are significant to buy when you own reptile. Reptile supplies such as bedding, lighting, food, healthcare, substrates, enclosure, accessories vitamins and supplements are important for reptiles. There are some supplies that are necessary for owner to supply to his pet reptile. Read the rest of this entry »
28 Jan, 2010
Red iguanas are multicolored terrestrial and semi aquatic lizard that are mostly found in eastern and southern parts of Africa. They are one of the rarest species of iguana family. They need special attention and care like for proper growth like other iguanas. It is important for owner to provide proper care and attention to his pet red iguana. Read the rest of this entry »
26 Jan, 2010
Corn snakes are also known as rat snake and are very popular as pet. They are most admired among pet snake because of their dazzling looks and easy to adjust captive environment nature. Your pet corn snake can live up to 15 – 20 years but only if provided with proper care. Averagely they can grow up to 3 – 5 feet in length. Corn snakes are moistly found in central and southern part of United States. They are bit shy in nature and are mostly active at night. In winters they hardly like to eat anything and becomes little inactive.
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24 Jan, 2010
Greek tortoises are admired by people as a pet because of their fun loving nature. The tortoise color varies form tortoise to tortoise. Mostly Greek tortoises are olive in color with dark spots in middle of each scute to golden which gives an entirely yellow appearance. Greek tortoises are commonly known as spur thigh tortoise. They are from turkey and not Greek as the name suggests. It is mostly found in Southern Spain, North Africa, Eastern Europe and Middle East. Adult Greek tortoise can grow up to 6 – 7 inches whereas hatchlings are of 1 – 2 inches. The life span of Greek tortoise is up to 50 years. Greek tortoise require equal amount of care like other tortoises. Some of the Greek tortoise care tips are mentioned below that will help you in handling them properly.
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