{"title":"LIVESTOCK - REPTILE LIVESTOCK","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"yemen-chameleon-m-cb19","title":"Yemen Chameleon Pied  CB","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eChamaeleo calyptratus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eplease note pre order we have 2 on reserve ready. If anyone want one reserve now available from 18\/02\/2024\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eDue to \u003cbr\u003evariations within species, your item may not look identical to the image \u003cbr\u003eprovided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003ePlease phone \u003cbr\u003ethe store when placing an order of an animal. If collecting from the store \u003cbr\u003edates and times need to be set, and if you require a delivery service we have \u003cbr\u003eseveral methods. We can provide a delivery as far down to Manchester along a \u003cbr\u003eset route, placing pick up points, or delivery can be done by registered \u003cbr\u003ereptile couriers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigins: \u003c\/b\u003eYemen, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMax Size: \u003c\/b\u003eMales 50cm, 20inches. Females 35cm, \u003cbr\u003e14inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level: \u003c\/b\u003eIntermediate\/ Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eActivity: \u003c\/b\u003eDiurnal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifespan: \u003c\/b\u003e4-8, Males live longer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature Basking: \u003c\/b\u003e35?C, 95?F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature Range: \u003c\/b\u003e20-35?C, 68-95?F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity Range: \u003c\/b\u003eDay, 30-50% Night, 75-100%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiet: \u003c\/b\u003eOmnivores, mainly eating insects but providing \u003cbr\u003eveg is always a good idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUVB: \u003c\/b\u003eT8 10%, T5 12%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBiome: \u003c\/b\u003eMountain Forests and Jungles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle: \u003c\/b\u003eArboreal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperment: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNotoriously cranky, Chameleons are a more look but don?t \u003cbr\u003etouch pet. Some are quite happy to be handled as long as it is on their own \u003cbr\u003eterms. Chameleons are unusual as they can change colour depending on mood, this \u003cbr\u003eis great indicator of stress with darker colours. With a projectile like tongue, \u003cbr\u003eindependently moving eyes these are a wonderfully weird pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAs with many animals the more unusual they are the more \u003cbr\u003edifficult they can be to care for. Chameleons require strict maintenance of humidity \u003cbr\u003eand drinking opportunities. They will not drink unless the water is moving, \u003cbr\u003emaking misting and drippers very important. Not only that they are more prone \u003cbr\u003eto MBD which can be fatal, a good UVB tube and a supplement regime as well as \u003cbr\u003egutloading bugs is the best way to eliminate the possibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChameleons do particularly well in bioactive vivaria, a \u003cbr\u003ehappy chameleon is when you look into his enclosure and think it is empty!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37370715701438,"sku":"","price":159.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/20211223_142253.jpg?v=1640281173"},{"product_id":"white-lipped-anole-cb19","title":"White Lipped Anole CB19","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnolis coelestinus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk43377112\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%\"\u003eDue to variations within species, your item may not look\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eidentical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eindividual specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%\"\u003ePlease phone the store when placing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003ean order of an animal. If collecting from the store dates and times need to be\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eset, and if you require a delivery service we have several methods. We can\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eprovide a delivery as far down to Manchester along a set route, placing pick up\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003epoints, or delivery can be done by registered reptile couriers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigins: \u003c\/b\u003eCaribbean,\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003ePuerto Rico\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMax Size: \u003c\/b\u003e6-8cm,\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e2-3inches \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifespan: \u003c\/b\u003e5-10\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eYears\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eActivity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eDiurnal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level: \u003c\/b\u003eEasy\/intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eBasking: \u003c\/b\u003e32?C,\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e89?F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eRange: \u003c\/b\u003e20-32?C,\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e68-89?F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity Range: \u003c\/b\u003e60-80%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiet: \u003c\/b\u003eInsectivore\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003ebut may eat fruits seasonally\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUVB: \u003c\/b\u003eT8 5%,\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eT5 6%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBiome: \u003c\/b\u003eForest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle: \u003c\/b\u003eArboreal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperament: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAnoles are naturally\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eskittish animals, hardy in nature but not the best for handling. A look but do\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003enot touch animal. With time they get used to their owners ad may jump on them\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eduring feeding times. Like Chameleons they have independently moving eyes and\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003ewill go a very dark brown in colour when stressed. They also have sticky foot\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003epads which allow them to be extremely agile when climbing. Males have flashy\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003edewlaps which help to court females or chase off males. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhilst these are not\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003egood to handle they will interact well with their owner, coming over and\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003ewatching. Anoles would do well in a planted bioactive vivaria. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37370715766974,"sku":"","price":79.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/3439323733-1.png?v=1604161280"},{"product_id":"horsefield-tortoise-cb19","title":"Horsefield Tortoise Captive Bred","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTestudo horsfieldi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk43376345\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;\n\u0026lt;br \/\u0026gt;line-height:107%\"\u003eDue to variations within species, your item may not look\n\u003cbr\u003eidentical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between\n\u003cbr\u003eindividual specimen\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%\"\u003ePlease phone the store when placing\n\u003cbr\u003ean order of an animal. If collecting from the store dates and times need to be\n\u003cbr\u003eset, and if you require a delivery service we have several methods. We can\n\u003cbr\u003eprovide a delivery as far down to Manchester along a set route, placing pick up\n\u003cbr\u003epoints, or delivery can be done by registered reptile couriers. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigins: \u003c\/b\u003eCentral\n\u003cbr\u003eAsia- Russian Steppes, Pakistan, Afghanistan\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMax Size: \u003c\/b\u003eMales\n\u003cbr\u003e12-20cm, 5-8 inches. Females 15-25cm, 6-10inches\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifespan: \u003c\/b\u003e60+\n\u003cbr\u003eYears\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eActivity: \u003c\/b\u003eDiurnal\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level: \u003c\/b\u003eEasy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\n\u003cbr\u003eBasking: \u003c\/b\u003e32-35?C,\n\u003cbr\u003e90-95?F\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\n\u003cbr\u003eRange: \u003c\/b\u003e15-35?C,\n\u003cbr\u003e60-95?F\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity Range: \u003c\/b\u003e30-60%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiet: \u003c\/b\u003eHerbivore,\n\u003cbr\u003emainly leafy greens\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUVB: \u003c\/b\u003eT8 10%,\n\u003cbr\u003eT5 12%, Mercury vapour bulbs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBiome: \u003c\/b\u003eOpen\n\u003cbr\u003eField, Desert\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle: \u003c\/b\u003eTerrestrial\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperament: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHorsefields are a very curious species and make great pets.\n\u003cbr\u003eThese are one of the smallest tortoise species which allows for easier care,\n\u003cbr\u003etortoises roam huge areas naturally making this a bit easier for owners to\n\u003cbr\u003ereplicate with smaller animals. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThey need to be fed a mix of greenery, seasonal growths of\n\u003cbr\u003edandelion and other weeds and flowers can be added in the summer. Care must be\n\u003cbr\u003etaken that they do eat tougher foods to help wear their beaks down, similarly\n\u003cbr\u003ethey must have areas  of deep and rough\n\u003cbr\u003esubstrate to wear their nails down. Horsefields naturally dig and create\n\u003cbr\u003eburrows to escape heat and sleep, so it is always good to give them a deeper\n\u003cbr\u003esoil. Shell growth must be watched, it can ?pyramid? if they aren?t receiving the\n\u003cbr\u003ecorrect levels of calcium, so a good supplement regime is needed. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37370715799742,"sku":"","price":249.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/IMG-20210414-WA0008.jpg?v=1621104853"},{"product_id":"northern-curly-tail-lizard-wc","title":"Northern Curly Tail Lizard WC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLeiocephalus carinatus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk43378196\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;\n\u0026lt;br \/\u0026gt;line-height:107%\"\u003eDue to variations within species, your item may not look\n\u003cbr\u003eidentical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between\n\u003cbr\u003eindividual specimen\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%\"\u003ePlease phone the store when placing\n\u003cbr\u003ean order of an animal. If collecting from the store dates and times need to be\n\u003cbr\u003eset, and if you require a delivery service we have several methods. We can\n\u003cbr\u003eprovide a delivery as far down to Manchester along a set route, placing pick up\n\u003cbr\u003epoints, or delivery can be done by registered reptile couriers. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigins: \u003c\/b\u003ePeru,\n\u003cbr\u003eCuba, Caribbean\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMax Size: \u003c\/b\u003e10-18cm,\n\u003cbr\u003e4-7inches\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifespan: \u003c\/b\u003e8-10\n\u003cbr\u003eYears\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eActivity: \u003c\/b\u003eDiurnal\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level: \u003c\/b\u003eEasy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\n\u003cbr\u003eBasking: \u003c\/b\u003e32?C,\n\u003cbr\u003e90?F\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\n\u003cbr\u003eRange: \u003c\/b\u003e23-32?C,\n\u003cbr\u003e75-90?F\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity Range: \u003c\/b\u003e30-55%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiet: \u003c\/b\u003eOmnivores,\n\u003cbr\u003eleafy greens mainly supplemented with grubs and crickets once or twice a week\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUVB: \u003c\/b\u003eT8 10%,\n\u003cbr\u003eT5 12%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBiome: \u003c\/b\u003eGrassland\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle: \u003c\/b\u003eTerrestrial\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperament: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNorthern Curly Tails\n\u003cbr\u003eare quite bold but are initially nervous of handling. With time and food they\n\u003cbr\u003ewill happily accept being picked up on their terms. An interesting feature of\n\u003cbr\u003ethe species is when threatened they will repeatedly curl their tails to intimidate\n\u003cbr\u003eand confuse the predator before fleeing. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThese lizards have\n\u003cbr\u003ehuge personalities and are very active, using every inch of their enclosure. At\n\u003cbr\u003enight they will burrow to sleep so a good depth of substrate is ideal. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37370715865278,"sku":"","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/3639383234-1.png?v=1604161286"},{"product_id":"crested-gecko-cb19","title":"Crested Gecko CB21","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCorrelophus ciliatus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk43374695\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;\n\u0026lt;br \/\u0026gt;line-height:107%\"\u003eDue to variations within species, your item may not look\n\u003cbr\u003eidentical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between\n\u003cbr\u003eindividual specimen\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%\"\u003ePlease phone the store when placing\n\u003cbr\u003ean order of an animal. If collecting from the store dates and times need to be\n\u003cbr\u003eset, and if you require a delivery service we have several methods. We can\n\u003cbr\u003eprovide a delivery as far down to Manchester along a set route, placing pick up\n\u003cbr\u003epoints, or delivery can be done by registered reptile couriers. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigins: \u003c\/b\u003eNew\n\u003cbr\u003eCaledonia- Isle of Pines and Grande Terre\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMax Size: \u003c\/b\u003e15-25cm,\n\u003cbr\u003e6-10inches\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifespan: \u003c\/b\u003e20+\n\u003cbr\u003eYears\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eActivity: \u003c\/b\u003eNocturnal,\n\u003cbr\u003emay become active just before lights out\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level: \u003c\/b\u003eEasy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\n\u003cbr\u003eBasking: \u003c\/b\u003e28?C,\n\u003cbr\u003e82?F\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\n\u003cbr\u003eRange: \u003c\/b\u003e18-28?C,\n\u003cbr\u003e64-82?F\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity Range: \u003c\/b\u003e40-90%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiet: \u003c\/b\u003eSeasonal\n\u003cbr\u003eFruitivores and Insectivores, always provide a fruit gel\/repashy mix and offer\n\u003cbr\u003einsects a minimum of once a week\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUVB: \u003c\/b\u003eT8 5%,\n\u003cbr\u003eT5 6%\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBiome: \u003c\/b\u003eTropical\n\u003cbr\u003eRainforest\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle: \u003c\/b\u003eArboreal\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperment: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCrested Geckos are\n\u003cbr\u003ean easy to care for species that can be very entertaining. Like all arboreal\n\u003cbr\u003egeckos they have specialised sticky pads on their feet to allow them to grip\n\u003cbr\u003eonto almost any surface. The do not have eyelids and will lick their eye to\n\u003cbr\u003ekeep it moist. Their prehensile tails can drop off and will not grow back, they\n\u003cbr\u003emay drop them for reasons we cannot understand but it is always related to\n\u003cbr\u003ebelieving a predator is trying to eat them. They may take a week or so to get\n\u003cbr\u003eback to being as agile as they were prior to dropping a tail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCrested Geckos  are suitable for beginners and experts alike,\n\u003cbr\u003ewith easy handling once the owner has got used to their penchant for jumping. Humidity\n\u003cbr\u003eand temperatures levels are fairly stable in their natural habitat but they\n\u003cbr\u003ewill accept a drop or rise in both as long as they settle again. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Flame","offer_id":40282362446014,"sku":"","price":94.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Harlequin","offer_id":40282362478782,"sku":"","price":94.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/3438373532-1.png?v=1604161286"},{"product_id":"musk-turtle-cb19","title":"Musk Turtle","description":"\u003cp\u003eSternotherus odoratus. Usually reaching a max of 14cm, they need a Basking Temperature of 32°C with a water temperature of 24-26°C\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37370716094654,"sku":"","price":84.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/3132363832-1.png?v=1604161291"},{"product_id":"razor-back-musk-turtle-cb20","title":"Razor Back Musk Turtle","description":"\u003cp\u003eSternotherus carinatus. These reach a max size of 15cm. Require a Basking Temperature of 32°C and a water temperature of 24-26°C\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37370716127422,"sku":"","price":79.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/3734313439-1.png?v=1604161291"},{"product_id":"fly-river-turtle-cb19","title":"Fly River Turtle CB19","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarettochelys insculpta. A fully aquatic turtle that grows to a max of 70cm. Water temperature range 26-30°C, with a pH around 8.0\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37370716160190,"sku":"","price":2850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/3937353437-1.png?v=1604161304"},{"product_id":"fiddler-crab-pair","title":"Fiddler Crab Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"section-0\" class=\"section\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 20px;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-size: 16px;line-height: inherit;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;vertical-align: baseline;min-height: 43px;height: auto !important\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003eMore than 94 species of fiddler crabs compose the Uca genus of the Ocypodidae family. Many pet stores sell Uca minax, red-jointed fiddler crabs, for home aquariums and hobbyists to raise and enjoy. Fiddler crabs are fairly small, typically measuring 1 to 2 inches -- so they don't need huge aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"inline-parent-container\" style=\"margin: 1rem auto;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-size: 16px;line-height: inherit;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;vertical-align: baseline;max-width: 390px;width: 390px\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"section-1\" class=\"section\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 20px;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-size: 16px;line-height: inherit;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;vertical-align: baseline;min-height: 43px;height: auto !important\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-right: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-left: 0px;padding: 0px 0px 6px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;font-size: 20px;line-height: 20px;vertical-align: baseline;clear: left\"\u003eThe Fiddler Crab at Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"section-2\" class=\"section\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 20px;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font: inherit;vertical-align: baseline;min-height: 43px;height: auto !important\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003eIn the wild, fiddler crabs are native to marshes, swamps and mudflats with brackish water and sand or mud terrain. Your captive fiddlers need both land and water areas in their aquarium. When designing an aquarium, you want to make sure the ratio of land and water is 50\/50. In order to be able to create adequate housing area, you'll need an aquarium of no less than 10 gallons for up to four crabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"section-3\" class=\"section\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 20px;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-size: 16px;line-height: inherit;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;vertical-align: baseline;min-height: 43px;height: auto !important\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-right: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-left: 0px;padding: 0px 0px 6px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;font-size: 20px;line-height: 20px;vertical-align: baseline;clear: left\"\u003eThe Fiddler Crab Walks on Land\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"section-4\" class=\"section\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 20px;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font: inherit;vertical-align: baseline;min-height: 43px;height: auto !important\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003eThere are different ways to set up the land area area inside the aquarium. You can use plexiglass or an aquarium divider to separate land and water. Or, you can use substrate to create a sloping surface, the substrate sloping into the water so the crab can get onto land. Use coarse sand, such as aquarium sand, play sand or pool filter sand for the land. The fiddler crab is a burrower, so you don't want to use gravel throughout the land area; he will sift through the sand to find bits of food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"section-5\" class=\"section\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 20px;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-size: 16px;line-height: inherit;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;vertical-align: baseline;min-height: 43px;height: auto !important\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-right: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-left: 0px;padding: 0px 0px 6px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;font-size: 20px;line-height: 20px;vertical-align: baseline;clear: left\"\u003eSlightly Brackish Water Keeps Him Happy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"section-6\" class=\"section\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 20px;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font: inherit;vertical-align: baseline;min-height: 43px;height: auto !important\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003eA fiddler crab needs a water area, but you want to watch the salinity, as the fiddler crab isn't 100 percent freshwater. If you maintain the water as freshwater, the crab will not survive very long; but if you ensure slight salinity, making brackish water, the fiddler crab can live up to three years. You want to maintain the water specific gravity between 1.005 to 1.015 by adding marine salt to the water -- find out the appropriate amount for your species and the water volume. When setting up the water area, it's a good idea to add small pebbles or gravel to the bottom of the tank and to create a slope so the crab can easily climb in and out of the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"section-7\" class=\"section\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 20px;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-size: 16px;line-height: inherit;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;vertical-align: baseline;min-height: 43px;height: auto !important\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-right: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-left: 0px;padding: 0px 0px 6px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;font-size: 20px;line-height: 20px;vertical-align: baseline;clear: left\"\u003eLights, Heat, Action!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"section-8\" class=\"section\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 20px;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font: inherit;vertical-align: baseline;min-height: 43px;height: auto !important\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003eOnce the water and land areas of the aquarium are set up, you want to make sure the temperature is accurate. Use a digital thermometer with a probe to ensure the temperature is between 75 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit. If the aquarium needs supplemental heat, use a reptile-specific heat bulb. You can place the fixture above the land area so the fiddler crab can climb out of the water and bask to warm up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"section-9\" class=\"section\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 20px;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-size: 16px;line-height: inherit;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;vertical-align: baseline;min-height: 43px;height: auto !important\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"margin-right: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-left: 0px;padding: 0px 0px 6px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;font-size: 20px;line-height: 20px;vertical-align: baseline;clear: left\"\u003eMake Him a Plate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"section-10\" class=\"section\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 20px;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font: inherit;vertical-align: baseline;min-height: 43px;height: auto !important\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 5px;margin-bottom: 1.5em;padding: 0px;border: 0px;font-style: inherit;font-variant: inherit;font-weight: inherit;line-height: 1.6em;font-family: inherit;vertical-align: baseline\"\u003eThe fiddler crab is a scavenger; he will sift through the sand and between gravel for food. In the wild, he will eat algae and any organic matter he finds. In captivity, you can feed a fiddler crab a variety of commercial foods, including algae wagers, sinking pellets, specialized crab food, dried bloodworms, shrimp and krill. You can offer blanched zucchini, blanched peas and raw or boiled fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37370718519486,"sku":"","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/3835313532.png?v=1604161351"},{"product_id":"bearded-dragon-cb21","title":"Bearded Dragon CB","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: Bearded Dragon, Pagona vitticeps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCountry\u003c\/em\u003e: Australia, all captive Dragons found out of Australia are bred from Central Australian Bearded Dragons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBiome\u003c\/em\u003e: Terrestrial, Arid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eActivity\u003c\/em\u003e: Diurnal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/em\u003e: 20-24 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLifespan\u003c\/em\u003e: 4-12 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFood\u003c\/em\u003e: Omnivores- as juveniles they eat more insects and should be fed as much as they can eat in one sitting, whilst veg should always be on offer. Rule of thumb is 80% insects and 20% Veg, which swaps as adults. As adults they should only be fed insects every third day at most, with veg always on offer. \u003cbr\u003eThey should be fed a wide variety of insects such as crickets, locusts and dubia roaches. They size of these will increase with age, but a rough guide is the insect should only be smaller than the gap between the animal’s eyes. Grub food, such as waxworms and mealworms, should be fed sparingly and as treats as these can be quite fatty. Good Veg items include dark leafy greens such as kale, cabbage and lettuces – but not Iceberg lettuce! During springtime a wide variety of wildflowers and weeds can be fed, such as dandelion leaves and flowers.\u003cbr\u003eAll food should have a light dusting of calcium powder, with one day off. Once a month a multivitamin should also be provided. Gut loading feeders is also important, feed them all the veg you would your animal!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBasking Temperature\u003c\/em\u003e: 40◦C, this should be read directly under the basking light. The surface temperature will be much warmer than this, which is quite normal. The lizard will move on and off as he needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/em\u003e: 18-40◦C. The vivarium should have a hot side and a cool side. The hot side, in the day, will usually read 35◦C with the basking spot reading much higher. The cool side, in the day, will usually read around 28◦C. At night, the basking light should be switched off and a drop in temperature achieved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHumidity Range:\u003c\/em\u003e 20-60% A water bowl should be provided on the cool end of the vivarium which can raise the humidity. If the lizard does not drink from the bowl a daily small spray should be done. Beardies would naturally drink from dew in the morning and get it from their food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eUVB Requirements:\u003c\/em\u003e A 12% T5 Tube, also sold as a Ferguson zone 3, this should be on for 12-14 hours a day and run alongside the basking bulb. A dark area should be provided on the cool end of the vivarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/em\u003e: Beardies can be kept on a mixture of loose and rocky substrate. Loose substrate allows for the natural behaviour of digging, although many believe this causes impaction. As long as all other care is bang on and there are areas to come off the substrate, this should not be a problem. If concerned, youngsters can be kept on matts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCare Level\u003c\/em\u003e: Beginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential Equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e• Minimum 3x2x2Ft (Vivexotic) for Juvenile, 4x2x2 (Vivexotic) for adult\u003cbr\u003e• UVB Fitting (Reptile Systems Zone 3 Eco T5 Unit (24w\/39w), Reptile Systems Twin Luminaire 24w\/39w)\u003cbr\u003e• Water and Feed Bowl\u003cbr\u003e• Basking Bulb (Exo Terra, Reptile Systems) with a Lamp Holder (Reptile Systems Ceramic Rotating Clamp)\u003cbr\u003e• High Temperature Dimming Stat (Microclimate)\u003cbr\u003e• Thermometer (Exo Terra)\u003cbr\u003e• Décor – rocks, foliage and branches, allows the animal to climb and wear nails down\u003cbr\u003e• Substrate (Prorep Beardie Life, Exo Terra Sand Matt)\u003cbr\u003e• Calcium (Exo Terra 40g)\u003cbr\u003e• MultiVitamin (Exo Terra 40g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Original CB 2023","offer_id":40365560791230,"sku":"","price":159.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"dunner genetic stripe","offer_id":40365560856766,"sku":"","price":159.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red Classic","offer_id":43918077919475,"sku":"","price":159.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Leather Back","offer_id":43918077952243,"sku":"","price":159.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/IMG-20210414-WA0002.jpg?v=1628611778"},{"product_id":"leopard-gecko-cb20-super-snow-eclipse","title":"Leopard Gecko CB","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: Leopard Gecko, Eublepharis macularius\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCountry\u003c\/em\u003e: India, Pakistan, Nepal, Afghanistan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBiome\u003c\/em\u003e: Terrestrial, arid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eActivity\u003c\/em\u003e: Crepuscular\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/em\u003e: 7-10 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLifespan\u003c\/em\u003e: 15-20 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFood\u003c\/em\u003e: Insectivores - They should be fed a wide variety of insects such as crickets, locusts and dubia roaches. They size of these will increase with age, but a rough guide is the insect should only be smaller than the gap between the animal’s eyes. Grub food, such as waxworms and mealworms, should be fed sparingly and as treats as these can be quite fatty.\u003cbr\u003eAll food should have a light dusting of calcium powder, with one day off. Once a month a multivitamin should also be provided. Gut loading feeders is also important, feed them a variety of veg such as kale, cabbage, carrots and more. \u003cbr\u003eBasking Temperature: 35◦C This should be read directly under the basking light. The surface temperature will be much warmer than this, which is quite normal. The lizard will move on and off as he needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/em\u003e: 15-35◦C The vivarium should have a hot side and a cool side. The hot side, in the day, will usually read 30◦C with the basking spot reading much higher. The cool side, in the day, will usually read around 25◦C. At night, the basking light should be switched off and a drop in temperature achieved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHumidity Range\u003c\/em\u003e: 30-40% A water bowl should be provided on the cool end of the vivarium which can raise the humidity. If the gecko does not drink from the bowl a daily small spray should be done. Humid hides should be provided to create spots of higher humidity, use damp sphagnum moss to create these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eUVB Requirements\u003c\/em\u003e: A 6% T5 Tube, also sold as a Ferguson zone 1, this should be on for 12-14 hours a day and run alongside the basking bulb. A dark area should be provided on the cool end of the vivarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/em\u003e: Leopard Geckos can be kept on a mixture of loose and rocky substrate. Loose substrate allows for the natural behaviour of digging, although many believe this causes impaction. If all other care is bang on and there are areas to come off the substrate, this should not be a problem. If concerned, youngsters can be kept on matts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCare Level\u003c\/em\u003e: Beginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential Equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e• Minimum 3x2x2Ft (Vivexotic) \u003cbr\u003e• UVB Fitting (Reptile Systems Zone 1 Eco T5 Unit (24w\/39w), Reptile Systems Twin Luminaire 24w\/39w)\u003cbr\u003e• Water and Feed Bowl\u003cbr\u003e• Basking Bulb (Exo Terra, Reptile Systems) with a Lamp Holder (Reptile Systems Ceramic Rotating Clamp)\u003cbr\u003e• High Temperature Dimming Stat (Microclimate)\u003cbr\u003e• Thermometer (Exo Terra)\u003cbr\u003e• Décor – rocks, foliage and branches, allows the animal to climb and wear nails down\u003cbr\u003e• Substrate (Prorep Leo Life, Exo Terra Sand Matt)\u003cbr\u003e• Calcium (Exo Terra 40g)\u003cbr\u003e• MultiVitamin (Exo Terra 40g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Super Snow Eclipse CB","offer_id":40364843335870,"sku":"","price":99.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mountanus","offer_id":40364843368638,"sku":"","price":99.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tremper Albino","offer_id":40364843565246,"sku":"","price":99.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Leustic Albino","offer_id":40364843598014,"sku":"","price":99.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Leopard gecko","offer_id":42692854939891,"sku":"","price":99.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Mack Snow Leopard Gecko","offer_id":42750658773235,"sku":"","price":99.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/unnamed.png?v=1621086133"},{"product_id":"ackie-monitor-cb20","title":"Ackie Monitor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: Ackie Dwarf Monitor, Varanus acanthurus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCountry\u003c\/em\u003e: Australia- Western Australia, Northern Territory and Queensland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBiome\u003c\/em\u003e: Terrestrial, Temperate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eActivity\u003c\/em\u003e: Diurnal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/em\u003e: 24-28 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLifespan\u003c\/em\u003e: 15-20 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFood\u003c\/em\u003e: Insectivores - They should be fed a wide variety of insects such as crickets, locusts and dubia roaches. They size of these will increase with age, but a rough guide is the insect should only be smaller than the gap between the animal’s eyes. Grub food, such as waxworms and mealworms, should be fed sparingly and as treats as these can be quite fatty. Ackies can also be fed eggs as a treat, and rarely pinkie mice.\u003cbr\u003eAll food should have a light dusting of calcium powder, with one day off. Once a month a multivitamin should also be provided. Gut loading feeders is also important, feed them a variety of veg such as kale, cabbage, carrots and more. \u003cbr\u003eBasking Temperature: 48◦C This should be read directly under the basking light. The surface temperature will be much warmer than this, which is quite normal. The lizard will move on and off as he needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/em\u003e: 18-48◦C The vivarium should have a hot side and a cool side. The hot side, in the day, will usually read 40◦C with the basking spot reading much higher. The cool side, in the day, will usually read around 28◦C. At night, the basking light should be switched off and a drop in temperature achieved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHumidity Range\u003c\/em\u003e: 65-85% A water bowl should be provided on the cool end of the vivarium which can raise the humidity. To keep up the humidity a daily spray must be done, and areas of higher humidity can be achieved by keeping damp hides- use damp sphagnum moss to create these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eUVB Requirements:\u003c\/em\u003e A 12% T5 Tube, also sold as a Ferguson zone 3, this should be on for 12-14 hours a day and run alongside the basking bulb. A dark area should be provided on the cool end of the vivarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/em\u003e: To uphold humidity a soil-based substrate should be used; coir and orchid bark can be used to help. Ackies are very good diggers, a deep base of substrate must be provided. Aim for 5 or more inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCare Level\u003c\/em\u003e: Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential Equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e• Minimum 4x2x2 (Vivexotic) \u003cbr\u003e• UVB Fitting (Reptile Systems Zone 3 Eco T5 Unit (24w\/39w), Reptile Systems Twin Luminaire 24w\/39w)\u003cbr\u003e• Water and Feed Bowl\u003cbr\u003e• Basking Bulb (Exo Terra, Reptile Systems) with a Lamp Holder (Reptile Systems Ceramic Rotating Clamp)\u003cbr\u003e• High Temperature Dimming Stat (Microclimate)\u003cbr\u003e• Thermometer (Exo Terra)\u003cbr\u003e• Hygrometer (Exo Terra)\u003cbr\u003e• Décor – rocks, foliage and branches, allows the animal to climb and wear nails down\u003cbr\u003e• Spray Bottle (Prorep)\u003cbr\u003e• Substrate (Prorep Beardie Life, Exo Terra Sand Matt)\u003cbr\u003e• Calcium (Exo Terra 40g)\u003cbr\u003e• MultiVitamin (Exo Terra 40g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39744027361470,"sku":"","price":429.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/IMG-20210414-WA0005.jpg?v=1621104716"},{"product_id":"hainen-cave-gecko-cb20-m","title":"Hainen Cave Gecko CB20 M","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: Hainen Cave Gecko, Goniurosaurus hainanensis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCountry\u003c\/em\u003e: Islands of Hainan and Cat ba, China\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBiome\u003c\/em\u003e: Terrestrial, Tropical\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eActivity\u003c\/em\u003e: Nocturnal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/em\u003e: 7-8 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLifespan\u003c\/em\u003e: 10-15 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFood\u003c\/em\u003e: Insectivores - They should be fed a wide variety of insects such as crickets, locusts and dubia roaches. They size of these will increase with age, but a rough guide is the insect should only be smaller than the gap between the animal’s eyes. Grub food, such as waxworms and mealworms, should be fed sparingly and as treats as these can be quite fatty.\u003cbr\u003eAll food should have a light dusting of calcium powder, with one day off. Once a month a multivitamin should also be provided. Gut loading feeders is also important, feed them a variety of veg such as kale, cabbage, carrots and more. \u003cbr\u003eBasking Temperature: 26◦C, this should be read directly under the basking light. The surface temperature will be much warmer than this, which is quite normal. The gecko will move on and off as he needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/em\u003e: 15-26◦C. The vivarium should have a hot side and a cool side. The hot side, in the day, will usually read 23◦C with the basking spot reading much higher. The cool side, in the day, will usually read around 18◦C. At night, the basking light should be switched off and a drop in temperature achieved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHumidity Range\u003c\/em\u003e: 60-70% A water bowl should be provided on the cool end of the vivarium which can raise the humidity. To keep up the humidity a daily spray must be done, and areas of higher humidity can be achieved by keeping humid hides- use damp sphagnum moss to create these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eUVB Requirements\u003c\/em\u003e: A 6%, also sold as a Ferguson zone 1, this should be on for 12 hours a day and run alongside the basking bulb. A dark area should be provided on the cool end of the vivarium.\u003cbr\u003eSubstrate: To uphold humidity a soil-based substrate should be used; coir and orchid bark can be used to help. A soil base also allows for the gecko to dig and create its own hides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCare Level\u003c\/em\u003e: Beginner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Minimum 3x2x2Ft (Vivexotic)\u003cbr\u003e• UVB Fitting (Reptile Systems Zone 1 Eco T5 Unit (24w\/39w), Reptile Systems Twin Luminaire 24w\/39w)\u003cbr\u003e• Water and Feed Bowl\u003cbr\u003e• Basking Bulb (Exo Terra, Reptile Systems) with a Lamp Holder (Reptile Systems Ceramic Rotating Clamp)\u003cbr\u003e• Temperature Dimming Stat (Microclimate)\u003cbr\u003e• Thermometer (Exo Terra)\u003cbr\u003e• Hygrometer (Exo Terra)\u003cbr\u003e• Décor – rocks, foliage and branches, allows the animal to climb and wear nails down\u003cbr\u003e• Spray Bottle (Prorep)\u003cbr\u003e• Substrate (Prorep Crestie Life, Bio Life Forest, Orchid Bark, Coir)\u003cbr\u003e• Calcium (Exo Terra 40g)\u003cbr\u003e• MultiVitamin (Exo Terra 40g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39744029458622,"sku":"","price":109.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/hainan-cave-gecko-400x250-v1.jpg?v=1621086075"},{"product_id":"mourning-gecko-cb20","title":"Mourning Gecko CB","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: Mourning Gecko, Lepidodactylus lugubris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCountry\u003c\/em\u003e: Hawaii, Central and South America, South Pacific Islands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBiome\u003c\/em\u003e: Arboreal, Tropical\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eActivity\u003c\/em\u003e: Nocturnal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/em\u003e: 3.5-4 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eLifespan\u003c\/em\u003e: 5-10 Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eFood\u003c\/em\u003e: Omnivores - They should be fed a wide variety of insects such as crickets, locusts and fruit flies. They size of these will increase with age, but a rough guide is the insect should only be smaller than the gap between the animal’s eyes. They should also be provided fruity foods such as Repashy Crested Gecko diet to eat. \u003cbr\u003eAll food should have a light dusting of calcium powder, with one day off. Once a month a multivitamin should also be provided. Gut loading feeders is also important, feed them a variety of veg such as kale, cabbage, carrots and more. \u003cbr\u003eBasking Temperature: 30◦C This should be read directly under the basking light. The surface temperature will be much warmer than this, which is quite normal. The lizard will move on and off as he needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/em\u003e: 18-30◦C The vivarium should have a hot side and a cool side. The hot side, in the day, will usually read 28◦C with the basking spot reading much higher. The cool side, in the day, will usually read around 25◦C. At night, the basking light should be switched off and a drop in temperature achieved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHumidity Range\u003c\/em\u003e: 65-85% The gecko must be sprayed daily.to keep the humidity up. Geckos will only drink from droplets when sprayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eUVB Requirements\u003c\/em\u003e: A 6% T5 Tube, also sold as a Ferguson zone 1, this should be on for 12 hours a day and run alongside the basking bulb. A dark area should be provided on the cool end of the vivarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/em\u003e: To uphold humidity a soil-based substrate should be used; coir and orchid bark can be used to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/em\u003e Beginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Minimum 30x30x45cm (Exo Terra Terrarium Mini Tall)\u003cbr\u003e• UVB Fitting (Exo Terra Canopy Mini)\u003cbr\u003e• Basking Bulb (Exo Terra, Reptile Systems) with a Lamp Holder (Reptile Systems Clamp Lamp, Exo Terra Dome)\u003cbr\u003e• Temperature Dimming Stat (Microclimate)\u003cbr\u003e• Thermometer (Exo Terra)\u003cbr\u003e• Hygrometer (Exo Terra)\u003cbr\u003e• Décor – rocks, foliage and branches, allows the animal to climb \u003cbr\u003e• Spray Bottle (Prorep)\u003cbr\u003e• Substrate (Prorep Crestie Life, Bio Life Forest, Orchid Bark, Coir)\u003cbr\u003e• Calcium (Exo Terra 40g)\u003cbr\u003e• MultiVitamin (Exo Terra 40g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39744038404286,"sku":"","price":33.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/wmd_n_d_6.jpg?v=1621086050"},{"product_id":"hermans-tortoise-cb20","title":"Hermans Tortoise CB","description":"\u003cp\u003eCaptive Bred lovely one from local breeder \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39750379864254,"sku":"","price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/files\/ABC61C49-93D0-4E89-B170-0C6AE58D809C.jpg?v=1711049994"},{"product_id":"african-train-millipede-wc","title":"African Train Millipede WC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHousing\u003c\/strong\u003e. Housing millipedes is relatively inexpensive. A 20lt plastic box or fish tank with a good lid and 2 To 3 inches of compost mixed with leaf litter and rotting wood (no pine as this can be toxic to many animals) should be fine. Millipedes can live communally. The tank should be twice as long, and at least as wide as the individual, or the largest millipede in the tank More decorative displays can be made by including large branches and rocks but live plants should be avoided as they will be eaten. A heat mat at on end of the enclosure should provide enough humidity and warmth for your millipede. Millipedes can be kept in colonies as long as there is enough room for them, height is not as important as floor space! The temperature gradient in the tank should range from 75 to 85° F, and the humidity should be maintained at 75 to 80%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAfrican giant millipedes will eat a wide range of fruits, veg and rotting leaves. Adults and young alike, eat bananas, tomatoes, melons, romaine lettuce, apples, cucumbers, and other fruits and vegetables. Millipedes should have a supply of calcium and oak\/bramble leaves\/branches in their diet. A cuttlefish or calcium power should be provided as should a supply of oak leaves and bramble as these assist with exoskeleton growth and replacement and are also necessary for breeding your millipedes.Some other species of millipedes will only eat decaying wood but these tend to be ones for more specialist keepers\/entomologists.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39750381797566,"sku":"","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/giant-train-millipede.png?v=1621085240"},{"product_id":"indonesian-blue-tongue-skink","title":"Indonesian Blue Tongue Skink","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnimal may differ from image provided due to Variations within species. Please see photos for care information \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eonly by social orders please get in touch \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39798934110398,"sku":"","price":599.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/Indonesian-Blue-Tongue-Skink.jpg?v=1621774186"},{"product_id":"green-horned-frog","title":"Argentinian Horned Frog CB","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnimal may differ from image provided due to Variations within species. Please see photos for care information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Green","offer_id":40869358371006,"sku":"","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Albino","offer_id":40869358403774,"sku":"","price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/green-horned-frog.jpg?v=1621774375"},{"product_id":"giant-prickly-stick-insect-cb21","title":"Giant Prickly Stick Insect CB21","description":"\u003cp class=\"font_9\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"color_15\"\u003eThe scientific name for this stick is Extatosoma Tiaratum. Common names are E.T., Macleys Spectre, Giant Prickly Stick, or Australian Stick. These are a large stick insect, with an abdomen the size of a thumb, and a circumference to fill your palm. They rock when blown on, or are sprayed, and will walk on people willingly. They look like a scorpion in body shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_9\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixGuard\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_9\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"color_15\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHousing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_9\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"color_15\"\u003eYou can raise Aussies in glass, screen, or plastic. Temperatures between 20-30, ceramics can be used if the temperatures drop below this. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_9\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_9\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"color_15\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_9\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"color_15\"\u003eEucalyptus is their natural food, and wild blackberries are probably the most used food in the US and England. Oak leaves can also be used and may have the benefit of hardening the eggshells. Aussies will eat Salal, Primrose, raspberry, and rose, but unlike Indian Sticks, Ivy is left uneaten. Avoid the new growth blackberry leaves; they can be fatal to young Aussies, instead use the more mature dark green leaves. Some keepers feed frozen Oak leaves when other food is not available, and Romaine lettuce. Rose leaves from a florist typically have pesticides which cannot be washed off, we recommend you do not use them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_9\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_9\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"color_15\"\u003eHumidity is not needed at high levels but helps with moulting. Good ventilation is needed to keep them happy, Exo Terra Terrariums work well for these insects. A daily spray on their food leaves will keep them happy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_9\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39799129604286,"sku":"","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/29761-rl-extatosoma-tiaratum-008_0.jpg?v=1621780685"},{"product_id":"chocolate-millipede-wc","title":"Crimson Blaze Giant  WC","description":"\u003ch1\u003eChocolate Millipedes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eOphistreptus quineensis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA popular, large and easy to keep species, which is perfect for novice keepers. Also known as African Giant Chocolate Millipedes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does the Chocolate Millipede look like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA large species of millipede \u003cem\u003e(up to 25cm)\u003c\/em\u003e which closely resembles \u003cem\u003eArchispirostreptus gigas\u003c\/em\u003e in its overall appearance. The body, legs and antennae are all reddish to chocolate brown in colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere are Chocolate Millipedes from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommonly found in areas of dry savanna in Ghana and Nigeria, with distinct rainy and dry seasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow do you keep Chocolate Millipedes?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHouse singularly or in groups, in large and secure\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.exotic-pets.co.uk\/plastic-tanks-for-sale.html\"\u003eplastic tanks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.exotic-pets.co.uk\/glass-terrariums-for-sale.html\"\u003eglass terrariums\u003c\/a\u003e. This species does really well at higher temperatures of 25°C\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e(77°F)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto 30°C\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e(86°F)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eusing appropriate terrarium\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.exotic-pets.co.uk\/equipment-for-sale.html\"\u003eheating equipment\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eOphistreptus quineensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a very drought-resistant species, but for general keeping, aim to maintain a moderate level of humidity around 70-80% with a moderate level of misting. A\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.exotic-pets.co.uk\/sprayers-and-drippers-for-sale.html\"\u003ehand or pump sprayer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis the easiest way to achieve this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eProvide a deep\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.exotic-pets.co.uk\/peats-and-soils-for-sale.html\"\u003esoil based substrate\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003elayer of 7-10cm which is enriched with natural organic matter. Add\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.exotic-pets.co.uk\/natural-decor-and-hides-for-sale.html\"\u003enatural decor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esuch as bark and branches for enrichment and cover.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.exotic-pets.co.uk\/live-and-dried-moss-for-sale.html\"\u003eSphagnum moss\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecan also used for helping maintain humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis species is omnivorous and will consume a wide range of fruits, vegetables and animal protein. Place food into a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.exotic-pets.co.uk\/water-and-feed-bowls-for-sale.html\"\u003eshallow dish\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand lightly dust in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.exotic-pets.co.uk\/calcium-and-vitamin-supplements-for-sale.html\"\u003ecalcium powder\u003c\/a\u003e. Replace food regularly\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e(preferably daily)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto prevent substrate contamination and the attraction of fruit flies. Leaf litter, dead wood and lichen at varying levels of decomposition will also be consumed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGhana, Nigeria\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEnvironment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry savannas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 25cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNovice keeper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFood Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivorous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39799134290110,"sku":"","price":25.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/6692l.jpg?v=1621780853"},{"product_id":"reticulated-gargoyle-gecko-cb21","title":"Reticulated Gargoyle Gecko CB21","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlease See photos for care information. Due to variations within livestock, animal may differ from image shown \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39866362003646,"sku":"","price":239.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/300513.jpg?v=1622647138"},{"product_id":"orange-baboon-tarantula-obt","title":"Orange Baboon Tarantula (OBT) CB","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific Name: Pterinochilus murinus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon Name: Orange baboon tarantula, OBT, Mombasa golden starburst tarantula, Usambara baboon, Orange bitey thing, Pterror\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType: Terrestrial \/ Semi-arboreal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCategory: Old World\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEndemic Location: Angola, Burundi, Congo, Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBody length: 2.25” (6cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDiagonal Leg Span (DLS): 6”(15cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUrticating Hairs: No\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLife Expectancy: Females 14 years \/ Males 4 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended Experience Level: Advanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePterinochilus murinus or more commonly known as the OBT, Orange Baboon Tarantula, Mombasa golden starburst or Orange Bitey Thing is an Old World Terrestrial Tarantula that has been known to show semi-arboreal tendencies. This T is famous for its bright orange color and notoriously grumpy attitude. The OBT comes from the central and southern areas of Africa and is known to be found in Angola, Burundi, Congo, Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe just to name a few countries. Females of this species can live up to 15 years and grow to almost 6in in size. Males usually only live about 4 years and are smaller in size. This T is known to be very defensive and quick to show a threat posture and even slap the ground if it is disturbed. It is important to mention that most prefer to flee before actually biting and this species is extremely fast, especially when young. They are known  to teleport, or move so fast your eyes can barely even keep up with their movement. This is not a species that you should try to attempt to handle as their venom is medically significant and can be extremely painful, though no real in depth scientific research has been done yet on the effects of their venom on the human body. Being an old world tarantula, this species does not have urticating hairs and relies mainly on its powerful venom for defense. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The husbandry for this species is very simple though you should always be alert when rehousing and have a catch cup handy. They are a hardy and easy to care for tarantula.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39928579719358,"sku":"","price":44.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/PSX_20200208_131304.jpg?v=1623323998"},{"product_id":"socotra-island-blue-baboon","title":"Socotra Island Blue Baboon CB","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScientific Name: Monocentropus balfouri\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon Name: Socotra Island Blue Baboon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eType: Terrestrial Opportunistic Burrower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCategory: Old World\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEndemic Location: Socotra Island off the coast of Yemen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBody Length: 2.5” (7cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDiagonal Leg Span (DLS): 7” (18cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUrticating Hairs: No\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLife Expectancy: Females 12-14 years \/ Males 3-4 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended Experience Level: Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Monocentropus balfouri known commonly in the hobby as the Socotra Island Blue Baboon was described by Pocock in 1897 and is an Old World Terrestrial species that is native to the island of Socotra about 150 miles east of the horn of Africa. This area has a tropical to semi desert climate with fairly moderate temperatures and rainfall. Being from this island and secluded, this species has evolved in ways unlike other tarantulas. First they have a very identifiable color pattern that makes them very recognizable. Also they are known as the most communal tarantula in the hobby as they have naturally evolved into living in close quarters in their natural habitat. Though they haven't been witnessed living communally in the wild, they are one of a very few species of tarantulas that can live communally in captivity. This species has a medium growth rate with females reaching a maximum diagonal leg span of 5-6” within a few years while males are a little bit smaller. There is some sexual dimorphism in this species but it is not the most reliable way to determine the sex of your specimen. The best way to know if you have a male or female is to examine the inside of a molt. But some have reported that once a male has its ultimate molt and is fully mature and ready to mate, its carapace will be bright blue while females will be grey or lighter blue. The reason this isn't the best method is that I have seen many reports on line from those with first hand knowledge saying their males never developed the bright blue carapace upon maturing. These spiders have a fairly mellow temperament for an Old World Tarantula. They can be very fast and are prone to bolt when startled or when they feel threatened., but in general they are relaxed and laid back, especially with other specimens in a communal set up having been observed by many keepers sharing a roach or cricket as they feed. Check out some of the videos by Tom Bigs Spiders he has put out on his M balfouri communal for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an opportunistic burrower meaning that they will prefer to burrow down into the substrate, but they will also web up the entrance of their burrow and expand their webbing throughout their enclosure and almost seem semi arboreal like a Green Bottle Blue or Orange Baboon Tarantula. One of the amazing aspects of this species is that not only can they be kept communally, but you can keep them with other M. balfouris from different egg sacs, and there have even been multiple reports of people beginning communals by mixing slings and juveniles. It is probably best when deciding to keep specimens of different sizes together communally to make a new enclosure and move everyone into the new home as opposed to just dropping them into an enclosure that one tarantula has already settled into. And it seems that once a female has matured, if she is not already in a communal set up, she will be less likely to adjust and may not be able to co habitate peacefully with other specimens. And it is definitely not recommended to try and house a mature female and mature male together if they were not raised together in a communal set up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39928634245310,"sku":"","price":91.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/th_4.jpg?v=1623324542"},{"product_id":"martinique-pink-toe","title":"Martinique Pink Toe CB","description":"\u003cheader class=\"entry-header\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"entry-title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" itemprop=\"headline\"\u003eMartinique Pink Toe (Caribena versicolor) Tarantula Care Sheet\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"entry-meta\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"entry-content\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOriginally described in 1837,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCaribena versicolor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis the thing of legends; it’s not uncommon for new tarantula enthusiasts to quickly add it to their “bucket list” of species they want to keep – and for good reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\nThere can be few who would deny that\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCaribena versicolor\u003c\/em\u003e is truly one of the most beautiful tarantulas known to science. As youngsters, they start off a rich, deep blue.\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith time, as they mature, they develop the adult coloration; the metallic blue\/green carapace and rich plum-colored abdomen. Add to this the fact that C\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.versicolor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a very “fluffy” tarantula and grows to a healthy 5″ of so in legspan and its little wonder that so many tarantula fanatics go weak at the knees when they see one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you’re considering purchasing your first\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCaribena versicolor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand are looking for advice then read on for the ultimate care sheet on keeping this species in captivity…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_white no_bullets contracted\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"toc_title\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContents\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"toc_toggle\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.keepingexoticpets.com\/avicularia-versicolor\/#\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.keepingexoticpets.com\/avicularia-versicolor\/#\"\u003eshow\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ezoic-pub-ad-placeholder-105\" class=\"ezoic-adpicker-ad\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMartinique Pink Toes are known for being one of the more difficult species to keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"alignright\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.keepingexoticpets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Avicularia-versicolor-2-300x200.jpg\" data-lazy-type=\"image\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.keepingexoticpets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Avicularia-versicolor-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Avicularia versicolor - the Antilles Pink Toed Tarantula - surely one of the best-looking tarantulas of all?\" class=\"wp-image-1069 lazy-loaded\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.keepingexoticpets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Avicularia-versicolor-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.keepingexoticpets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Avicularia-versicolor-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.keepingexoticpets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Avicularia-versicolor-2.jpg 1200w\" data-srcset=\"\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/www.keepingexoticpets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Avicularia-versicolor-2-300x200.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStories abound of high mortality rates, especially among youngsters, so this species should ideally be seen an an intermediate to advanced species, rather than one suitable for the beginner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThat said, an examination of their wild habitat may serve to offer some tips as to why so many keepers struggle to rear this species successfully in captivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne of the most critical elements to keeping tarantulas successfully in captivity is an understanding of their wild environment. Many tarantula species have evolved over millennia to perfectly adapt to a specific way of life, so by understanding their wild habits we can more accurately attempt to replicate these in captivity.\u003cspan id=\"ezoic-pub-ad-placeholder-120\" class=\"ezoic-adpicker-ad\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ezoic-ad medrectangle-3 medrectangle-3120 adtester-container adtester-container-120\" data-ez-name=\"keepingexoticpets_com-medrectangle-3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"div-gpt-ad-keepingexoticpets_com-medrectangle-3-0\" class=\"ezoic-ad ezfound\" data-google-query-id=\"CLfouL37jPECFcHR1Qod3yAESA\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" ezaw=\"580\" ezah=\"400\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/1254144\/keepingexoticpets_com-medrectangle-3_0__container__\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCaribena versicolor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis found in a number of close-lying Caribbean islands, namely Guadeloupe, Dominica and Martinique. A search of the\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/books.google.co.uk\/books?hl=en\u0026amp;lr=\u0026amp;id=QNdbVSDfF6oC\u0026amp;oi=fnd\u0026amp;pg=PA311\u0026amp;dq=%22Avicularia+Versicolor%22\u0026amp;ots=rXdvIIIkEN\u0026amp;sig=PWiV_czh81OsixtCZbh1IPr7H3M#v=onepage\u0026amp;q=%22Avicularia%20Versicolor%22\u0026amp;f=false\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/books.google.co.uk\/books?hl=en\u0026amp;lr=\u0026amp;id=QNdbVSDfF6oC\u0026amp;oi=fnd\u0026amp;pg=PA311\u0026amp;dq=%22Avicularia+Versicolor%22\u0026amp;ots=rXdvIIIkEN\u0026amp;sig=PWiV_czh81OsixtCZbh1IPr7H3M#v=onepage\u0026amp;q=%22Avicularia%20Versicolor%22\u0026amp;f=false\" target=\"_blank\"\u003escientific literature\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ereports that on Martinique this spider may be found  around Mont Pelee (Martinique’s highest point) and Pitons du Carbet though it is likely these spiders are far more widespread.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMartinique’s climate is notable for its stability. Annual temperatures\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Travel-g147327-s208\/Martinique:Caribbean:Weather.And.When.To.Go.html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Travel-g147327-s208\/Martinique:Caribbean:Weather.And.When.To.Go.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003erarely deviate\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emore than a few degrees from the average, sitting at around 82-82’F (28’C). It is interesting to note that this is considerably higher than the temperatures that most tarantula care sheets advise, and may suggest that a warmer captive environment might lead to improved husbandry results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHumidity is also\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/weather-and-climate.com\/average-monthly-Humidity-perc,Martinique,Martinique\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/weather-and-climate.com\/average-monthly-Humidity-perc,Martinique,Martinique\" target=\"_blank\"\u003erelatively stable\u003c\/a\u003e, sitting at between 80% and 90% around the year, with mild seasonal fluctuations. While rainfall may occur at any time of the year, the island is occasionally lashed by cyclones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis provides a good initial guide to the environmental conditions required by\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCaribena versicolor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein captivity; a warm and humid environment but with suitable ventilation to prevent stagnant air and mould growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39928647450814,"sku":"","price":69.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/th_5.jpg?v=1623324755"},{"product_id":"gold-scorpion","title":"Gold Scorpion","description":"\u003ch1 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGold Scorpions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column_1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe gold scorpion is native to western Africa and the Middle East. It burrows in sandy soils in rocky areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt can range in size from 2 to 3.5 inches and is a quick moving, small, chunky scorpion. It has a shiny straw or golden yellow appearance with short rounded pincers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany species of gold scorpions will sting if confronted and grab with their pincers. Their sting is quite painful and some of these species produce more severe symptoms. Because of their disposition, these scorpions should only be kept by an experienced collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCare Sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA ten gallon terrarium with an under tank heat pad is required. Sand or a mixture of Eco-earth and sand three to four inches deep makes a suitable substrate. The habitat should also have a shallow water dish and small flat rocks, cork bark, or logs to create hide areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMultiple gold scorpions can be in the same habitat as long as they are well fed and enough hiding areas and places to burrow are supplied. Gut loaded crickets and other insects will make up the diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39928651481278,"sku":"","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/gold-scorpion1.jpg?v=1623324859"},{"product_id":"florida-ivory-millipede-cb","title":"Florida Ivory Millipede CB","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDefining Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat beginner bug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to Care For\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLikes to burrow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteresting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood in Groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an INDIVIDUAL (1) Ivory Millipede!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlorida Ivory Millipedes are known scientifically as \u003cem\u003eChicobolus spinigerus. \u003c\/em\u003eThis species is so named for the ivory white coloration on it's sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Vivarium Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMillipedes are easy to house. In general, you'll want the enclosure to be at least as wide as the animal's length, and at least twice as long. Keep in mind this is minimum housing size, and as your pede will feed primarily on it's substrate, the more space for substrate the merrier. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlastic Critter Keepers or small aquaria work well - even plastic storage containers can be easily modified with some air holes and used. The single most important thing about housing millipedes is their substrate. Substrate acts as a place for the millipede to dig, eat, hide, drink, and live in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a millipede, substrate = life. Substrates should consist of a mix of soil, wood, and leaves. Substrate should be about 4\"-6\" in depth, and kept moist at the bottom and allowed to very slightly dry out at the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll be fine keeping your millipedes at room temperature. For most species, 72F to 78F is ideal. Supplemental heating in the form of a low wattage heat mat can be used if needed, but take care that it doesn't dry out your millipede's habitat too quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity is a very important aspect to millipede keeping, as well. Millipedes will drink - some people provide them with a small water bowl, but misting, providing a moist substrate, and providing fresh food will keep them hydrated. Critter keepers and the like can dry out quickly, but do look a bit nicer than plastic shoe boxes. If you go with a cage with a lot of ventilation, you'll want to mist daily. Even though this is a desert species, it takes advantage of more humid refuges under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlorida Ivory millipedes are one of the larger millipedes in North America, with a max size of around 4\". They will be 2-4\" in length when shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMillipedes can live for several years in captivity. Estimates generally range up to 5-10 years with proper care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMillipedes will primarily feed on their substrate - they love decomposing wood and leaves! This should make up the bulk of their diet, making it necessary to change out spent substrate (appears as little dirt balls) with fresh substrate on a regular basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll also want to provide the occasional fresh fruit or leafy greens, as well as Repashy Bug Burger, which provides a much needed source of calcium. Make sure to remove food if it ever becomes moldy. Offering a bit of food once a week or so (in addition to their substrate) is plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSexing:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMillipedes are much easier to sex than you'd think. Count to the 7th body segment back from the head. If the legs look shorter\/odd, you probably have a male on your hands! Males have external gonads (sex organs) instead of legs on their 7th segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSocial Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMillipedes do fine when housed in a group. They are not aggressive towards each other - just make sure to provide plenty of substrate, food, and hiding places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMillipedes are pretty easy to breed. Just leave a male and a female together, and chances are you'll eventually find baby millipedes crawling around in the substrate. Leave the offspring in with their parents - you don't need to be concerned about cannibalism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ivory Millipedes is native to northern Florida through South Carolina, along the eastern coast of the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteresting Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemember that millipedes are toxic - never allow young children to handle them unsupervised! As long as millipedes are not eaten and hands are washed after touching millipedes, they're pretty much harmless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany species will spit up a bit if startled - this can easily dye your skin and take several days to fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMillipedes also commonly host symbiotic mites that help keep the millipede clean. These mites live on the millipede and eat waste or bits of food that can become caught in the millipede's legs. These mites are harmless, so do not be concerned if you see some!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40282408124606,"sku":"","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/d468a7eed020f007387007df37ba0fa3.jpg?v=1627565181"},{"product_id":"african-olive-millipede","title":"African Olive Millipede CB","description":"\u003cp\u003eCommon Name: African Olive Millipede\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientific Name: Spirostreptus gregorius\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: Adult\/Sub-adult\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStatus: Captive bred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood: Millipedes feed on fruit, vegetables \u0026amp; leaf litter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlim, attractive millipede, fast moving, Adults approx. 10 cm in length. Good for display as they tend to stay on the surface and in view more than most millipedes!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40282422411454,"sku":"","price":23.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/maxresdefault.jpg?v=1627565303"},{"product_id":"bumblebee-millipede-cb","title":"Bumblebee Millipede CB","description":"\u003cp\u003eBumble Bee Millipedes originate from the Caribbean but have been introduced in other areas. They are relatively small and are banded with yellow and black - hence the name. They are found in a variety of habitats such as forest floors, as well as in human settlements and will feed on decaying plant material and organic matter. They are small in size and have the ability to stain the skin with toxins if threatened, though the effects will fade away and not cause the 'burn' of other millipede species. Apart from this they are ok to handle though they may not be very tolerant of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBumble Bee Millipedes are a smaller species that prefer company and like to burrow so an enclosure with good space and depth is much better. A good example is a 45 x 45 x 30cm terrarium or a well ventilated plastic container of the same size. Within this area, it is first essential to provide a good depth of loose substrate - a soil is best to use such as coco soil. Mixed in with this you should also incorporate some moss (e.g sphagnum, carpet or cushion moss) as this is great at retaining moisture, and a good amount of leaf litter. The leaf litter will not only provide cover and make a more natural setting, it is also an important part of their diet so ensure these are topped up when running low. You should also have a variety of wood in the enclosure such as cork pieces, or bog wood - creating opportunity for hiding, enrichment and again contributing to their dietary needs. A shallow water dish will keep your millipedes hydrated and keep humidity high, so should also be added to the environment though this dish should be relevant to the size of the millipedes - and for babies something like a bottle cap may be better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBumble Bee Millipedes will not require special lighting, though you may decide to add a small LED during the day so you are able to see them and also create better day\/night periods. It is also often found that room temperature is sufficient to keep them at, as long as this resides from 20-24C. In cases where the enclosure is much below this, a heating source may be required such as a heat mat. This will need to be thermostatically controlled to ensure that the environment doesn't overheat and dry out. To monitor these conditions, an accurate digital thermometer should be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity is an important aspect of this species environment and should remain between 70 - 80% - measured with an accurate digital hygrometer. High humidity can come from moisture holding substrates such as soil and moss and regular spraying. Humidity can also pose a risk of mould growth which needs to be removed when visible. A preventative for mould could be to add spring tails - tiny 'clean up crew' that will live in the soil eating waste and mould and wont bother your millipedes. You may notice that some millipedes come with clean up crew themselves, with tiny mite like creatures living on their bodies - these are not a concern for health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBumble Bee Millipedes are detritivores - which means they feed on a variety of decaying plant matter. To provide them with all nutritional requirements, your enclosure should include wood such as cork as well as leaf litter - which doubles up as cover and enrichment. You should also provide suitable fruit and veg every now and then, as this can be an important source of vitamins. Food will not need dusting with any supplements, but it is important to provide cuttle bone in the environment, which will create another great nutritional opportunity. A good example of cuttle bone you can use is Komodo's Cuttlebone Discs.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBumblebee Millipedes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult Expected Size - up to 4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHabitat - Forest of Caribbean amongst decaying matter and loose soils. Terrestrial living.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired Enclosure Size - 45 x 45 x 30cm or similar sized plastic container (4 - 5 individuals)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV Lighting - Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpected Lifespan - 3 - 5 Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature Gradient - 20 - 24C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity Levels - 70 - 80%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding - Detritivores - leaf litter, wood, fruit and veg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandling - Ok to handle though they are delicate and may not be very tolerant of it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40282572030142,"sku":"","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/bunblebbe-milli_530x_2x_bd44dec9-f58b-4e6c-9e7b-9e223c6bab4d.jpg?v=1627566370"},{"product_id":"white-knee-tarantula-cb-1cm","title":"White Knee Tarantula CB 1cm","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eScientific Name: Acanthoscuria geniculata\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eCommon Name: Brazilian Whiteknee Tarantula, Giant White Knee, Whitebanded Tarantula\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eType: Terrestrial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eCategory: New World\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eEndemic Location: Brazil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eBody Length: 3.5” (9cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eDiagonal Leg Span (DLS): 8.25”(21cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eUrticating Hairs: Yes Type I \u0026amp; III\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLife Expectancy: Females 20 years \/ Males 4 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eRecommended Experience Level: Beginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAcanthoscurria geniculata\u003c\/em\u003e or you may know it by its common names: Brazilian whiteknee tarantula , the Giant white knee or the Whitebanded tarantula. This is a fast growing New World Tarantula that comes from the Northern forests of Brazil. This species can reach up to a solid 8in leg span and has been know to reach nearly a 4in leg span in a year. Females of this species can live up to 20 years, though males tend to only live about 4 years on average. Being a NW species, this tarantula does have urticating hairs that can be quite irritating. And being a nervous and defensive T, they do not hesitate to kick them. This tarantula is would rather retreat to it’s hide when it feels threatened before threatening to bite, but it is prone to kick up some hairs while it is retreating. Be careful not to get these urticating hairs in your eyes, nose, or mouth as that can be very uncomfortable and possibly dangerous. This T is an aggressive eater and will pounce on any prey that enters its habitat with verocity and force making it one of my all time favorite feeding responses. The only time my whiteknees refuse food is when they are in premolt, and even then I have had some instances where slings and juveniles ate right up to a day or two before molting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e  The husbandry for this species is pretty typical of all new world terrestrial t’s. They require an enclosure that provides more width than height. In fact, providing too much height to a heavy spider like this can be deadly. You don’t want the tarantula to be able to climb up the side of the enclosure to the top and have a long way to fall as they could easily rupture their abdomen and die. I usually fill my enclosures up at least half way with substrate, sometimes a little more, and provide a hide and a water dish. This T tends to enjoy burrowing deep into the substrate as slings, but even with a deep burrow, mine stays out in sight a lot of the time. As they grow larger they become less skittish and more prone to stay out on display. With their bright white bands contrasting against the deep black of this spider, they are a gorgeous and mesmerizing species. I keep their substrate dry but once a week I will over folw the water dish to ensure about a third or at least a corner of the enclosure has damp substrate but I let it dry out before i overflow the water dish again. The temperature I keep this tarantula at is the same as most of my other spiders, an average room temperature between 68-74 degrees. If you are comfortable, they are comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e  As far as feeding,  I feed my spiderlings small crickets or roaches twice a week until the refuse food during pre-molt. If I do not have any prey small enough, I will prekill the prey before dropping it in and sometimes cut it in half and only feed them part.  As they grow larger I provide a small-medium crickets or roaches no larger than its abdomen at least once a week and sometimes twice depending on their size and appetite. Once they're juveniles I will feed them 3 or 4 medium crickets at least once a week. And as adults I usually feed 8-15 large crickets or 2 or 3 large dubia roaches, sometimes a few more, at least once every couple of weeks depending on the size of the abdomen. This species is a very dramatic eater and quickly pounces on its prey, sometimes even rolling itself over in heat of the catch so it is exciting to watch it take down prey. The only time mine refuse a meal is when in pre-molt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e  This is one of the species I am always sure to wear gloves and a long sleeved shirt when I am rehousing, unboxing, or cleaning out its enclosure. I find this species urticating hairs particularly irritating and try to avoid being exposed to them whenever possible. Bc of my sensitivity to this species hair, I do not handle my A. geniculata. That along with their nervous demeanor and propensity to quickly bolt when startled puts this T in the “look, but don’t touch” category for me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e  Overall this is a gorgeous tarantula and a staple in the hobby. No collection is complete without one of these on display. Luckily they are usually very inexpensive and readily available. I think a few of mine I received as freebies when I placed an order for other tarantulas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40282579108030,"sku":"","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/AcGeniculata.jpg?v=1627566497"},{"product_id":"african-land-snail-cb","title":"African Land Snail CB","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Giant African Land Snails (\u003ci\u003eAchatina\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esp.) are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amentsoc.org\/insects\/glossary\/terms\/mollusc\" class=\"glossary-look-up\" title=\"Look up 'mollusc' in the Entomologists' Glossary\"\u003emolluscs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand make ideal pets as they are easy to look after. They can live for several years and grow up to 20cm in length. The snails are most active during the night (they are nocturnal).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese snails can be housed in a variety of containers, depending upon the size and number of snails that you have. A good container is a glass or plastic aquarium tank. These type of containers allow easy cleaning and you will be able to watch your snails through the sides. The snails like to burrow, so when you have your tank, fill it with several centimeters of peat-free compost and a large piece of bark. (If you collect the bark yourself make sure that you soak it in water overnight to remove any nasty chemicals). Make sure that the substrate is kept moist at all times, but not soggy. Leaf litter and moss are also good at keeping the soil damp. The tank should be kept at 20-25°C, which means that a small heat mat or pad is necessary during the winter months. The tank should be kept moist and a plant spray is ideal, providing it hasn't been used with chemicals as these could harm your snails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf snails are not kept in correct conditions they may seal the aperture (opening) to their shell and wait for conditions to improve. If this happens you should make sure you are keeping the snails correctly. Once you have resolved these housing issues you can encourage the snails to open up again by bathing them in luke-warm water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe African Land Snails are very easy to feed, as they will eat a wide variety of things. The best food is lettuce and cucumber but apple, banana and cabbage can also be given. However, if you give your snails food that goes off quickly (like banana and apple) be sure to remove it when it has gone brown so as not to make your snails ill. An essential part of the snails diet is calcium. This is used to keep their shells strong and healthy and calcium can be provided in the form of a cuttlefish bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll snails are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amentsoc.org\/insects\/glossary\/terms\/hermaphrodite\" class=\"glossary-look-up\" title=\"Look up 'hermaphrodite' in the Entomologists' Glossary\"\u003ehermaphrodites\u003c\/a\u003e, which means that they have both male and female sex organs, so although you need two snails in order for them to breed, it doesn't matter which two. If conditions are ideal, the snails will produce nests of small, white round eggs. These should be removed very carefully, so that the adults do not disturb them, and placed in a small container containing some damp peat-free substrate, where they should hatch after about 14 days at 20-25°C. Keep an eye on your eggs, and as soon as they hatch give them some food and cuttlefish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnails can produce more than one clutch of eggs following mating. As a result, snails that have not have been in contact with other snails for some time may still produce batches of viable eggs (assuming the snail was an adult when it was in contact with other snails).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHealth and cleanliness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiant Land Snails should be treated with the same care and attention to cleanliness as any other pet. Like many animals (caged birds, snakes, terrapins, tortoises, lizards etc.) and some food products (raw poultry and eggs), snails can carry the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSalmonella\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsequently, after handling snails (or cleaning them out), you should\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewash and disinfect hands\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40282583433406,"sku":"","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/file-20170722-28465-ngf5eh.jpg?v=1627566630"},{"product_id":"giant-madagascan-day-gecko","title":"Giant Madagascan Day Gecko CB","description":"\u003cp\u003eSee images for care information \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40282591002814,"sku":"","price":169.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/4094298091_9e76b87795_b.jpg?v=1627566763"},{"product_id":"apennine-yellow-belly-toad-cb21","title":"Apennine Yellow Belly Toad CB21","description":"\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eDefining Characteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy to care for | Coloration\/patterns | bold | moderate maintenance | 1-2” | quiet call | gregarious| lays eggs on vegetation in water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eName:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBombina variegata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, commonly called the Yellow Bellied Toad. From Latin variegare which translates to: to make of various sorts of colors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Enclosure Size:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike other species in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBombina \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003egenus, Yellow bellied toads appreciate a semi-aquatic set up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An alternative to this set up is a bit more simplistic with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/zoo-med-aquatic-river-pebbles-10-lbs.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eturtle pebbles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e piled higher than the water level on one side of the tank to provide a place for food and the toads to get out of the water. Something that has less height than width is better for this species as they will spend most of their time on the ground or in the water. Any of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/terrariums-cages-and-housing\/glass-terrarium.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexo terra’s Low (12″ tall) tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that have a base of at least 18″x18″ should be sufficient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow Bellied Toads are a temperate species from Europe and, therefore, experience a wide range of temperatures in the wild. In captivity, however, temperatures should be in the low to mid 70s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow Bellied Toads should be kept at about 50-70% humidity, which should be easy to maintain with the amount of water these toads usually require in their environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSize\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen sold, Yellow Bellied Toads will be at least 3\/4″ and eating 1\/4″ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/live-insects-feeders\/crickets-3\/crickets-3.html\"\u003ecrickets\u003c\/a\u003e. As adults, these toads can range from 1-2″ long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese toads are at least 8 weeks old at time of sale. They can live for over 20 years in captivity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFeeding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen they first metamorphose, Yellow bellied toads can eat \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/josh-s-frogs-banded-crickets-63769.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/8″ crickets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but grow quickly and, by the time they are for sale, can eat \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/josh-s-frogs-banded-crickets-63768.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\/4″ crickets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e which they will eat their entire lives. Other feeders can be substituted, such as small \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/josh-s-frogs-1-4-dubia-roaches-blaptica-dubia.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eroaches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/live-insects-feeders\/waxworms-1.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewaxworms \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(occasionally), and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/live-insects-feeders\/black-soldier-fly-larvae.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack soldier fly larvae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSexing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFemale Yellow Bellied Toads are typically larger and more rotund than males and, when environmental conditions are met, males will vocalize.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColor\/Pattern\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow Bellied Toads have a bumpy texture along their backs and are a grey-brown color. Their underbelly is typically more than 50% bright yellow with grey-brown mottling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg data-attachment-id=\"8695\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/catalog\/blog\/2019\/10\/how-to-care-for-yellow-bellied-toads\/bombina_variegatayellow_bellied_toads_4_\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/catalog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bombina_variegatayellow_bellied_toads_4_.jpg?fit=1200%2C780\u0026amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,780\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta='{\"aperture\":\"0\",\"credit\":\"\",\"camera\":\"\",\"caption\":\"\",\"created_timestamp\":\"0\",\"copyright\":\"\",\"focal_length\":\"0\",\"iso\":\"0\",\"shutter_speed\":\"0\",\"title\":\"\",\"orientation\":\"1\"}' data-image-title=\"bombina_variegatayellow_bellied_toads_4_\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/catalog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bombina_variegatayellow_bellied_toads_4_.jpg?fit=300%2C195\u0026amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/catalog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bombina_variegatayellow_bellied_toads_4_.jpg?fit=1024%2C666\u0026amp;ssl=1\" loading=\"eager\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8695 size-large jetpack-lazy-image jetpack-lazy-image--handled\" data-cfsrc=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/catalog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bombina_variegatayellow_bellied_toads_4_-1024x666.jpg?resize=1024%2C666\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"666\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/catalog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bombina_variegatayellow_bellied_toads_4_.jpg?resize=1024%2C666\u0026amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/catalog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bombina_variegatayellow_bellied_toads_4_.jpg?resize=300%2C195\u0026amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/catalog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bombina_variegatayellow_bellied_toads_4_.jpg?w=1200\u0026amp;ssl=1 1200w\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/catalog\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/bombina_variegatayellow_bellied_toads_4_-1024x666.jpg?resize=1024%2C666\" data-lazy-loaded=\"1\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSocial Behavior\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow Bellied toads do well in groups, but may get a little aggressive during feeding time; because of this, they should always be of similar size as most frogs will cannibalize if the opportunity presents itself. In the wild, hibernation begins in early fall and lasts until mid spring, depending on elevation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBreeding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreeding occurs soon after hibernation ends and can extend into summer. Males will amplex females after emitting advertisement calls. Amplexus is pelvic. Females lay on average 70 eggs attached to vegetation in the water. Tadpoles develop quickly over the course of 3-4 weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNatural Range\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAustria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Macedonia, the Former Yugoslav Republic of, Moldova, Republic of, Montenegro, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland, Ukraine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHistory in the Hobby\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis species is often kept in Europe, but is uncommon\/rare in private collections over the rest of the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40282601029822,"sku":"","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/Yellow-Bellied-Toad-Images.jpg?v=1627567050"},{"product_id":"oriental-fire-bellied-toad","title":"Oriental Fire Bellied Toad CB21","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDefining characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifficulty level- easy (beginners) \/ red, orange or yellow underside \/ fair amount of care \/ Adult size 1-2 inches \/ can be kept in groups \/ Diurnal (active during the day).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBombina orientalis or commonly known as Fire Belly Toad or Fire-bellied toad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended vivarium size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFire Belly Toads do best in a semi-aquatic terrarium (half water\/half land). 2 or 3 toads will do well in a 10 to 15 gallon \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/terrariums-cages-and-housing.html\"\u003etank\u003c\/a\u003e  or a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/exo-terra-glass-terrarium-18x18x18.html\"\u003e18x18x18 Exo-terra\u003c\/a\u003e terrarium. These toads can be escape artists, so a tight lid is necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain daytime temps to stay between 70 – 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Nighttime temps can dip as low as 60 degrees. No basking light is needed for Fire Belly Toads, however, as they are a cold tolerant amphibian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50-80% humidity is ideal for Fire Belly Toads. Having a 50\/50 water to land ratio will, in fact, help to achieve desirable humidity with minimal \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/misting.html\"\u003emisting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult size is 1-2 inches with little to no difference in size between male and female.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLife span is approximately 7-15 years with proper care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffer a variety of insects  including small \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/live-insects-feeders\/crickets-3.html\"\u003ecrickets\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/live-insects-feeders\/mealworms-3.html\"\u003emealworms\u003c\/a\u003e dusted with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/instantsearchplus\/result\/?q=repti%20calcium\"\u003eRepti Calcium\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joshsfrogs.com\/instantsearchplus\/result\/?q=reptivite\"\u003eReptivite\u003c\/a\u003e as directed .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSocial behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFire Belly Toads do well in groups when given the proper set-up. Of course, more space is better.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\/patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen with a red, orange or yellow underside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFairly easy to breed in captivity. First time breeders can produce small clutches of sixty to eighty eggs. In contrast, older females can produce up to two hundred eggs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevelopment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTadpoles begin to hatch in 3 days. After about a month, they will complete metamorphosis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTadpole care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen hatched for the first few days, tadpoles will be seen clinging to sides of tank or vegetation using stored yolk to feed. Afterward, when free-swimming begins, you can start to feed a powdered tropical fish flake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFire Belly Toads can be found in China, Korea and southern Russia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40282604273854,"sku":"","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/Fire-Bellied-Toad.jpg?v=1627567152"},{"product_id":"caribbean-land-hermit-crab","title":"Caribbean Land Hermit Crab","description":"\u003ctable border=\"3\" width=\"426\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHermit crab\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003es\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLand Hermit crab\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoenobita sp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e size (minimal)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 gallons (~45 liters)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy-Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Difficult \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 – 15 cm (~0.5 – 6 inches) depends on the species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e26 – 30°C  (~80°F – 85°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshwater and saltwater bowls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eat least 75%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt least three times deeper than the crab\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetritivore \/omnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperam\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful. Social  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumbreeder.com\/how-long-do-hermit-crabs-live-lifespan-life-expectancy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife span\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eup to 30 years and more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquariumbreeder.com\/how-to-enhance-shrimp-color\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurple, orange, yellow, red, etc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40365112492222,"sku":"","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/AIT30_0.jpg?v=1628610830"},{"product_id":"african-fat-tailed-gecko-cf","title":"African Fat Tailed Gecko CF","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe African Fat-Tailed Gecko comes from West Africa where although they inhabit dry, arid grasslands, they spend most of their time in humid burrows. The species get their name from their large, fat tails which store excess fats – an adaptation also seen in the more common leopard gecko and a great design for environments that can be scarce on food. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are black in colour with banding of lighter shades and browns down the body. They can also have a single white line from their head to the tail. Though they can be a little skittish when young, these geckos often tame and can be handled easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHousing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe African Fat-Tailed Gecko is nocturnally active by nature, but a good-sized, stimulating environment is still important. A\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/vivariums\/wooden-vivariums\/\"\u003eminimum vivarium size\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof 3 x 2 x 2ft should be used to house a single adult, to enable proper movement as well as thermo-regulation and exercise. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the base of the environment, we recommend a soil-based substrate or at least a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-substrates\/\"\u003esoil\/sand mix\u003c\/a\u003e. They tend to take refuge in humid burrows so it is important that the substrate is able to hold humidity well. Being burrowers, loose substrate provides a good opportunity for this behaviour as well. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is essential to build the environment up with a range of enrichment pieces such as branches, rocks, tunnels, logs and foliage as well as a minimum of two hiding places such as caves – though more are recommended. Ensure that there are hiding spots and decor on both the hot and cool sides of your enclosure so your gecko can make use of the whole tank and feel secure. For an even more stimulating habitat that encourages good mental and physical activity try moving decor around every now and then.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeating and lighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing a reptile, your gecko will not be able to regulate their internal temperatures without an external source so good quality heating, as well as lighting, is vital. Firstly a hot end of 30-32C is needed, alongside a cooler end of 22C, and including a drop to around 15C overnight to replicate a natural nighttime drop. This can be achieved best with the use of a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-heat\/\"\u003ebasking bulb or ceramic bulb,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ewhich will need to be controlled with a thermostat. All temperatures can be monitored with an accurate digital thermometer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou gecko, despite their nocturnal habits, would always naturally be exposed to UVB and this is an essential piece of equipment in keeping them healthy. As well as boosting their immune systems and overall wellness, UVB is responsible for metabolising key nutrients such as calcium, so being deprived of this can have serious health risks and even prove fatal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will need a strip UV lighting system such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-lights\/\"\u003eArcadia’s shade dweller or 6% T5,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethough the strength of the bulb will depend on the height of the enclosure. This bulb should be used in a 12-hour cycle, going off at night as the temperatures drop to create good day and night periods. It is important to take note that any UVB has a lifespan of 6 – 12 months depending on the bulb – after which, the bulb may still glow but there will be no UV being emitted so it will need changing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFat-Tailed Geckos prefer a moderate humidity of 50 – 60%, which should be reached by spraying the vivarium and the use of moss and live plants. The humidity can be read with an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-humidity\/reptile-humidity-gauges\/\"\u003eaccurate digital hygrometer\u003c\/a\u003e. A small water dish will also need to be placed in the enclosure and cleaned on a regular basis to prevent bacterial build-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Fat-Tailed Gecko is an insectivore and so will feed on a good variety of crickets, locusts, cockroaches, calci-worms and mealworms. Variety is key in providing your gecko with good nutrition as all prey items differ in nutritional value. You will also need to dust the live food with additional calcium, multi-vitamins and D3 in the relevant feeding rota to ensure your gecko gets from its diet everything needed of the body. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is always recommended that live food be ‘gut-loaded’ before being fed to the animal to make them an even better meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecies fact file:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScientific name –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHemitheconyx caudicinctus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult Size – 7 – 9 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHabitat – Arid grasslands in humid burrows of Western Africa. Terrestrial living.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired Enclosure Size – 3 x 2 x 2ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV Lighting – 2-3 UVI (use of ShadeDweller or 6% UVB enclosure height dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpected Lifespan – 15 – 20 Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature Gradient – 22C – 32C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity Levels – 50 – 60%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding – Live food – Crickets, locust, cockroaches, calci-worms and mealworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandling – Can be skittish when young but usually docile, easily tamed and easily handled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40365208862910,"sku":"","price":84.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/AGK10_0.jpg?v=1628610998"},{"product_id":"asian-blue-forest-scorpion","title":"Asian Blue Forest Scorpion","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Forest Scorpion is distributed across Southeastern Asia, including Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and China. It resides amongst the debris of the forest floor, hidden amongst leaf litter, moss and wood or burrowing down into the soil awaiting prey. Generally, it is not recommended to handle scorpions as they will often not tame and handling can pose a risk of being stung, as well as stressing the scorpion. But they still make fascinating pets, especially at feeding time. They are black in colour with large pincers and a prominent sting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHousing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForest scorpions naturally hide amongst forest floor debris and burrow down in loose substrates, but they still move between locations and burrows. To give them good opportunity to move around, it is recommended to house them in a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/exo-terra-glass-terrarium-60x45x30cm\/\"\u003e60 x 45 x 30cm terrarium\u003c\/a\u003e, though others may keep them in a well ventilated plastic container of a similar size. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first thing to consider is a good depth of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-substrates\/rainforest-substrates\/\"\u003eloose substrate\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor them to burrow into, such as soil or sedge peat – enabling them to dig and tunnel down as they would naturally. On top of this, you could add leaf litter and mosses to assist with humidity and create a more natural environment, as well as smaller branches and cork bark which will make for good climbing and hiding spots. Vegetation is also good for making the environment more natural and providing further hiding opportunity – live plants will additionally add to higher humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeating and lighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScorpions do not require special lighting, though you may decide to have a small LED on the tank to create night and day periods and to assist in plant growth. They will need to be kept warm, with a gradient starting from 22C at the cool end and going up to around 28 – 30C at the hotter end. This can usually be provided with a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-heat\/heat-mats\/\"\u003eheat mat\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ewhich should always be\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-thermostats\/\"\u003ethermostatically controlled\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand never cover the entire enclosure to ensure the safety of your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor particularly cold environments, other heat sources may be necessary and again will need to be thermostatically controlled. Other safety precautions, especially if you choose to house them in a plastic container, is that the heat mat will require a certain amount of airflow between the mat and the container. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create a night period, this temperature can drop to 15C or even slightly lower. Your scorpion would naturally be exposed to such a drop in its wild setting. All temperatures can be monitored using an accurate digital thermometer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity is another important consideration with this species as they require 70 – 80%. This can be reached with good quality, moisture-holding substrate, live plants and regular spraying. Humidity can be measured using an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-humidity\/reptile-humidity-gauges\/\"\u003eaccurate digital hygrometer\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also provide a shallow water dish to help in humidity and keep your scorpion hydrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to belief, as long as the dish is shallow, invertebrates are able to get out and this will not pose a risk, though for small juveniles and babies the dish should be very small (e.g a bottle cap). A dish is always recommended over a sponge for example which can harbour bacteria. With the warmth and humidity combined, mould is also a risk in your scorpion environment and needs to be removed when visible – you can also add springtails; tiny ‘clean up crew’ which will eat mould and not bother your scorpion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScorpions will feed on live food such as crickets, locust, mealworms and even cockroaches depending on size. These can be dropped into the enclosure without extra supplementation. Your scorpion will only need to feed 1-2 times a week depending on the meal and it is important to ensure the live food is removed if not eaten. Particularly when the scorpion goes into moult, as they could be vulnerable to the live food eating them instead! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoulting will take place as your scorpion grows and can be a worrying sight for new owners – with scorpions flipping on their back to crawl out of the old moult, they can often appear dead! Extra spraying and humidity will make the process easier but any other intervention won’t be necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSwell SuperStore species profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScientific name –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeterometrus spinifer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult Expected Size – 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHabitat – forest floors amongst the debris and loose soils. Terrestrial living.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired Enclosure Size – 60 x 45 x 30cm terrarium or similar sized container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV Lighting – Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpected Lifespan – 5 – 8 Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature Gradient – 22 – 30C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity Levels – 70 – 80%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding – Live food such as crickets, locust, mealworms and even cockroaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandling – Not recommended – scorpions will likely not tame down and can sting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40365321060542,"sku":"","price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/ASR1_0.jpg?v=1628611199"},{"product_id":"vietnam-black-forest-scorpion","title":"Vietnam Black Forest Scorpion","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Forest Scorpion is distributed across Southeastern Asia, including Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and China. It resides amongst the debris of the forest floor, hidden amongst leaf litter, moss and wood or burrowing down into the soil awaiting prey. Generally, it is not recommended to handle scorpions as they will often not tame and handling can pose a risk of being stung, as well as stressing the scorpion. But they still make fascinating pets, especially at feeding time. They are black in colour with large pincers and a prominent sting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHousing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForest scorpions naturally hide amongst forest floor debris and burrow down in loose substrates, but they still move between locations and burrows. To give them good opportunity to move around, it is recommended to house them in a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/exo-terra-glass-terrarium-60x45x30cm\/\"\u003e60 x 45 x 30cm terrarium\u003c\/a\u003e, though others may keep them in a well ventilated plastic container of a similar size. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first thing to consider is a good depth of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-substrates\/rainforest-substrates\/\"\u003eloose substrate\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor them to burrow into, such as soil or sedge peat – enabling them to dig and tunnel down as they would naturally. On top of this, you could add leaf litter and mosses to assist with humidity and create a more natural environment, as well as smaller branches and cork bark which will make for good climbing and hiding spots. Vegetation is also good for making the environment more natural and providing further hiding opportunity – live plants will additionally add to higher humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeating and lighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScorpions do not require special lighting, though you may decide to have a small LED on the tank to create night and day periods and to assist in plant growth. They will need to be kept warm, with a gradient starting from 22C at the cool end and going up to around 28 – 30C at the hotter end. This can usually be provided with a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-heat\/heat-mats\/\"\u003eheat mat\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ewhich should always be\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-thermostats\/\"\u003ethermostatically controlled\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand never cover the entire enclosure to ensure the safety of your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor particularly cold environments, other heat sources may be necessary and again will need to be thermostatically controlled. Other safety precautions, especially if you choose to house them in a plastic container, is that the heat mat will require a certain amount of airflow between the mat and the container. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create a night period, this temperature can drop to 15C or even slightly lower. Your scorpion would naturally be exposed to such a drop in its wild setting. All temperatures can be monitored using an accurate digital thermometer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity is another important consideration with this species as they require 70 – 80%. This can be reached with good quality, moisture-holding substrate, live plants and regular spraying. Humidity can be measured using an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-humidity\/reptile-humidity-gauges\/\"\u003eaccurate digital hygrometer\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also provide a shallow water dish to help in humidity and keep your scorpion hydrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to belief, as long as the dish is shallow, invertebrates are able to get out and this will not pose a risk, though for small juveniles and babies the dish should be very small (e.g a bottle cap). A dish is always recommended over a sponge for example which can harbour bacteria. With the warmth and humidity combined, mould is also a risk in your scorpion environment and needs to be removed when visible – you can also add springtails; tiny ‘clean up crew’ which will eat mould and not bother your scorpion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScorpions will feed on live food such as crickets, locust, mealworms and even cockroaches depending on size. These can be dropped into the enclosure without extra supplementation. Your scorpion will only need to feed 1-2 times a week depending on the meal and it is important to ensure the live food is removed if not eaten. Particularly when the scorpion goes into moult, as they could be vulnerable to the live food eating them instead! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoulting will take place as your scorpion grows and can be a worrying sight for new owners – with scorpions flipping on their back to crawl out of the old moult, they can often appear dead! Extra spraying and humidity will make the process easier but any other intervention won’t be necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSwell SuperStore species profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScientific name –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeterometrus spinifer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult Expected Size – 5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHabitat – forest floors amongst the debris and loose soils. Terrestrial living.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired Enclosure Size – 60 x 45 x 30cm terrarium or similar sized container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV Lighting – Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpected Lifespan – 5 – 8 Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature Gradient – 22 – 30C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity Levels – 70 – 80%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding – Live food such as crickets, locust, mealworms and even cockroaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandling – Not recommended – scorpions will likely not tame down and can sting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40365390889150,"sku":"","price":28.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/ASR3_0.jpg?v=1628611541"},{"product_id":"giant-asian-shield-mantis","title":"Harabiro Mantis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLatin Name: Rhombodera extensicollis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEase of Care: Beginner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehaviour: Diurnal and Nocturnal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreeding: Captive Bred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet: Insectivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnvironment: Tropical\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Origin: Asia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare sheet \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin zone : Southeast Asia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDay temperature : 23-26 C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNight temperature : 18-22 C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMisting number : Each 2-3 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstrate type : Coco soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstrate humidity : Always little bit humid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrey type \/ feeder insects :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eL1-3 – Drosophila melanogaster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eL3-5 – Greenbottle fly ( pinkies )\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eL5 + - Waxworms, locusta, red runner cockroach, crickets ( medium size )\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequency of meals :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eL1-3 – Each 2-3 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eL3+ - Each 4-5 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeeping in groups : Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLifetime duration : 8-10 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMating :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 weeks since final molt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40389847580862,"sku":"","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/AMT43_0.jpg?v=1628685362"},{"product_id":"royal-python","title":"Royal Python","description":"\u003cp\u003eA royal python, or Ball python as our US cousins tend to call them, is a medium sized species of snake that originally evolved in the climates of sub-Saharan Africa. A small snake by python standards, the Royal python is non-venomous and is often called the Ball Python due to it’s tendency to wrap itself up into a coil like shape, especially when picked up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal pythons smart off small like all snakes, but rarely exceed 200cm in length, with the females tending to squeeze in those extra few inches to become the bigger of the two. This generally non-threatening size and usually calm temperament means that handled properly from hatchlings, they rarely lash out, making them easy and docile pets for captivity in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike almost all snakes, royal’s will shed their skin periodically, and some may need a little more help than others. Increasing the humidity a little or providing a slightly more abrasive or moist substrate in their hide might help. Handling should be done often in small doses to ensure a docile nature into adulthood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoyal Python Habitats\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal pythons when reaching adulthood preffer long terrestrial vivariums such as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/vivexotic-viva-terrestrial-vivarium-large-oak\/\"\u003eVivExotic Viva+ Terrestrial Vivarium Large Oak\u003c\/a\u003e. Not generally big on climbing, royals tend to prefer underground burrows, often dug by mammals in the wild. In your vivarium, which we recommend to be as large as possible for grown adults, you can simply use a large reptile hide such as Exo Terra caves, allowing you easy access to them should they be trying to hide from you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWooden vivariums are considered superior over glass or plastics for royals, due to the isolative properties of the wood, keeping things warm to sub-Saharan temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon royal python substrates used in captivity are bark hide, beech chips and soft aspen, all non-reactive with your pythons underbelly and keeping things more or less arid to avoid scale rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Python Heating and Lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal pythons are known to enjoy basking in the sun from time to time. Being cold blooded as all snaked are, they rely on heat from their environment to raise their body temperature to thermo regulate. Without this heat from the environment, they cannot circulate blood properly, or digest their food, often causing food regurgitation, weight loss and health problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend using a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.reptiles.swelluk.com\/reptile-supplies\/reptile-heating-equipment\/heat-bulbs\/\"\u003ebasking heat lamp\u003c\/a\u003e, creating a hot spot at one end of the vivarium to achieve a temperature of around 33 degrees centigrade, leaving your cooler end of the vivarium at around a pleasant 24 degrees centigrade, allowing your snake the option to move between the hot and cold areas at will depending on their core body temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome keepers use a heat mat too, however to provide a little extra warmth. Just ensure that your snake does not come into direct contact with the mat, and due to your Royal’s habit or burrowing into substrate, we recommend the use of a matt stat, and the placement of the mat on the side or below the vivarium itself, on a heat-proof surface to reduce the risk of burning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic heaters are also of great use to your Royal, helping to provide night time heat when your light emitting bulbs are off, or just to raise the general ambient air temperature during the day in the spots not under your basking lamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s always best to monitor your royal python habitat using two thermometers, one at the cooler side, and one under your basking spot, both positioned at the height your snake will be living at to ensure the right temperatures. We also recommend a reliable thermostat system if your budget will stretch to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Python humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Royals, this is an easy one. Generally, most homes will have around a 50 to 60% humidity range already, perfect for your python. Just install an analogue hygrometer into your vivarium to make sure it doesn’t exceed parameters (risking scale rot and breathing problems) or too low (risking a bad shed due to a lack of moisture).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Python Scenery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese snakes aren’t too fond of deserts, but enjoy relatively arid scrubland or warm forests, and therefore you should try to emulate this in your vivarium. Some fallen tree branches (either natural or artificial), African plants (none poisonous) and a rock or wood based hide to retreat to or bask on will have your snake feeling at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntelligent animals, try to shake up your decor during cleaning time, making them feel they have something a little different to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal python diets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProviding you are ok with frozen live food hanging around in your freezer, royal diets are pretty easy to cater for. Being completely carnivorous from hatching, young royals enjoy small “fuzzies” mice every 5 or 6 days, slowly progressing to larger mice and eventually weaner rats. Learning to judge what they can accept is a talent you will soon learn, but generally speaking if they can fit their jaws around it, they will keep it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyals are notorious for not taking food, and usually this is down to husbandry if your snake is not eating, ensure their temperature and habitat is within parameters. Sometimes, cutting at the mouse’s head to expose their brain triggers their hunting instincts too, if you can handle a little mess.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Black Headed Royal Python CB2020 F","offer_id":40615464337598,"sku":"","price":189.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/012.jpg?v=1631288643"},{"product_id":"childrens-python-cb21","title":"Children's Python CB21","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts scientific name is Antaresia Childreni and it is a common site in places such as Darwin. They are a very docile species and pose no threat to humans. Juveniles can be a bit nippy but like all Python species, they do not contain any venom. It is a constrictor snake, meaning it kills its prey by coiling its muscular body around the prey and constricting it until it suffocates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Childrens Python usually grows to about 1 metre in length. They are usually reddish-brown in colour, with many darker blotches running the length of their body. These blotches are often more visible on younger specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn certain lighting, the Children’s Python has a rainbow sheen to it, similar to a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.reptilerange.com\/brazilian-rainbow-boa-care-sheet\/\"\u003eBrazilian Rainbow Boa\u003c\/a\u003e, although not as pronounced. They are a relatively slender snake with a similar build to that of a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.reptilerange.com\/corn-snake-care-sheet\/\"\u003eCorn Snake\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat and Distribution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Childrens Python is native to the northern parts of Australia in spanning from Western Australia, through the Northern Territory and into Queensland. The can also be found on the Torres Straight islands which are located north of the Cape York Peninsula in Queensland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey thrive in a wide range of habitats such as savannahs, grasslands, scrub, rocky regions, monsoon forests and dry woodlands. They are generally found on the ground but will occasionally climb trees and rocky regions in search of prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChildrens Python Behavior\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Childrens Python is a nocturnal species. It will spend most of the day sheltering in termite mounds and rock crevices to avoid the heat of the day. At night they come out in search of prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other pythons, they are a non-venomous snake that constricts its prey before swallowing it whole. They prefer to stay on the ground to hunt for food but can be very resourceful and adopt different hunting techniques. They are known to feed on micro-bats which they catch by dangling from stalactites in caves, snatching the bats out of the air as they fly past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifespan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Children’s Python has a lifespan of about 20 years in the while but is known to live for over 30 years in captivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChildren’s Pythons as Pets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Childrens Python is a very easy species to care for. Once their basic requirements are met they are a very hardy snake. They tend to have a very docile temperament and rarely bite. Most bites are due to a feeding response as opposed to a defensive or aggressive strike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey don’t require extremely large setups as they generally only grow to a little over 3ft in length. They are generally suitable for regular handling and will actively explore their surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding a Childrens Python\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn adult Childrens Python can be fed every 7-10 days on appropriately sized mice or rats. Their food should be about the same thickness as the snake’s body. Hatchlings and juveniles should be fed every 7 days to accommodate growth. It is important not to handle your snake for at least 24hrs after feeding as this can stress the snake and may result in regurgitation. Hatchlings will begin feeding on pinkie mice and the size of their food can be gradually increased as the snake grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should not feed your snake live prey as it can injure them. Most prey items fed to snakes have sharp teeth and claws and can injure your snake if he doesn’t eat it straight away. In the wild, the rodent will have the opportunity to run away if the snake doesn’t choose to eat it. However, in a confined space, such as an enclosure, the rodent will be forced to defend itself against attack. This is cruel for both the snake and the rodent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike many snakes, Children’s Pythons can occasionally go off their food. This is normal and nothing to worry about providing the snake is a good size and not losing an excessive amount of weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways ensure your snake has a clean supply of water to drink from. This should be changed regularly as your snake will go to the toilet and bath in it. Water should be provided in a heavy, shallow bowl to prevent the snake from tipping it over. Your snake may also bath in the water bowl to help it shed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChildrens Python Housing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this is a relatively small snake, they do not need an extremely large enclosure. A fully grown adult will be more than happy in a 3ft x 2ft x 2ft enclosure. This can be decorated with driftwood and plants. Hatchlings should be kept in a smaller enclosure for the first 10-12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese snakes will thrive in a wooden vivarium. Wood is an excellent insulator of heat so this type of enclosure makes it easier to control their temperature requirements. The enclosure should have good ventilation to allow air flow in and out of the setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can also be housed in glass vivariums but you will need to pay closer attention to temperature fluctuations. If using a glass vivarium, it is important to provide the snake with additional hiding spaces as they will feel more exposed in this type of setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"repti-content_2\" id=\"repti-607109752\"\u003e\u003cins class=\"adsbygoogle adsbygoogle-ablated-ad-slot\" data-ad-layout=\"in-article\" data-ad-format=\"fluid\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8291685710871596\" data-ad-slot=\"3063175594\" data-adsbygoogle-status=\"done\" google_element_uid=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/ins\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also possible to house a Childrens Python in a racking system. It is however important to choose a rack big enough to accompany the snake and allow for a thermal gradient (hot and cool side).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever type of enclosure you choose, it is important to ensure that your snake has adequate hiding places. A Childrens Python will spend much of the day curled up in a hide. At a minimum, you should provide your snake with at least one hiding space at either end of the enclosure (hot and cold side).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis snake can be quite active at night so it is a good idea to give them a couple of climbing branches and plants to explore. They are very intuitive reptiles, so to keep the snake entertained you can rearrange their furnishings every so often. You will quickly notice them exploring their new surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clean supply of drinking water should be present in the tank at all times. A humidity level of around 50% should be maintained to allow your snake to shed properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLight and Heat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all reptiles, Royal Pythons are cold blooded and therefore depend on their surroundings to get heat. In the wild, a reptile will bask in the sun or sunbath on a heated rock to keep warm. They can then cool down by going into the shade or taking refuge in a burrow. These conditions can be replicated in an enclosure to help your snake with thermal regulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Children’s Python enclosure should be about 32\u003csup\u003eo\u003c\/sup\u003eC (90F) at the hot end and 25\u003csup\u003eo\u003c\/sup\u003eC (78F) at the cool end. Temperatures can drop by about 5\u003csup\u003eo\u003c\/sup\u003eC at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can provide heat for your snake with a ceramic heat emitter or heat lamp. It should be set up on one of the ends of the enclosure to allow a thermal gradient along the setup. The wattage of the heater depends on the size of the enclosure but it should be connected to and controlled by a good thermostat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHot bulbs can burn a reptile so ensure all heat lamps are covered using a bulb guard. A snake does not feel heat in the same way as a person, so it is possible for them to get nasty burns.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40651987484862,"sku":"","price":219.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/Children_s-Python.jpg?v=1631798500"},{"product_id":"river-cooter","title":"River Cooter","description":"\u003cp\u003eNot Community. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe river cooter basks on logs or sun-warmed rocks, and is frequently found in the company of other aquatic basking turtles (sliders and painteds) sometimes piled up on top of each other. All are quick to slip into the water if disturbed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs young individuals all of the species listed above can be housed in any standard aquarium. They all require large water areas, but also the provision of a dry area where they can get fully out of the water in order to bask and let their shells dry out if they wish. This can either be an area of raised substrate or a floating turtle dock, of which there are many forms commercially available. All turtles should be provided with water deep enough to be able to swim in, however in one place the water should only be deep enough that at full stretch the turtle can reach the surface to breathe while keeping their hind feet on the substrate. This means that the turtle can rest while under water. Remember that in the species like snappers and softshells who habitually conceal themselves below the substrate it will be necessary to have at least part of the water at the correct depth that they can breathe (again at full stretch) without having to leave the bottom and come to the surface, the rest of the water can be deeper to allow swimming room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooter Turtle – \u003c\/strong\u003ePseudemys concinna             \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Size -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e7.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Length -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 23cm - 33cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Range –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e21 - 25\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIn captivity, cooters need an aquatic habitat, with a dry basking area. They need a warming light and UVB radiation (from reptilelights or direct sunshine). As juveniles, they can be kept in a 20- or 30-gallon long tank, but they will outgrow those accommodations, and need a very large tank or outdoor pond. A basking spot and UV will need to be provided for the indoor period. The UV requirements of the turtles will be met by basking in daylight during the summer months. As with the indoor enclosures, outdoors turtle habitats require a pump and filter to maintain the water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTanks Mates and Compatibility –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWe would suggest keeping them in a species only tank - though keeping 2 males in the same tank is not recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding –\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRiver Cooters are herbivores. There are commercially available diets available, like those from Zilla or ReptoMin. Along with that they can be fed aquatic plants (such as Water Lilies, Water Hyacinth, Duckweed, Anacharis, Water Lettuce, Water Fern, Pondweed, Water starwort, Hornwort, Water milfoil, and Frogbit), vegetables (such as Zucchini, Squash, Collard Greens, Beet Leaves, Endive, Romaine, Red Leaf Lettuce, Kale, Escarole, Mustard Greens and Dandelions) and some fruits (i.e. Banana).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eWe recommend:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tropco.co.uk\/hikari-turtle-sticks-120g-p-2981.html\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tropco.co.uk\/images\/content\/Turtle%20Sticks.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour  potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juveniles they may vary. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40813173047486,"sku":"","price":79.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/products\/river-cooter-picture-01__48687.1550595567.1280.1280.jpg?v=1634226553"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0505\/8786\/1182\/collections\/IMG-20210414-WA0008.jpg?v=1702244452","url":"https:\/\/www.tropicalmarine.co.uk\/collections\/livestock-reptile-livestock.oembed?page=6","provider":"PASS Aquatics \u0026 Reptiles ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}