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The PetDT Editorial Team manages and maintains our library of legacy pet care content. With experience across a wide range of pets, including dogs, cats, fish, hamsters, and reptiles, the team works to review and improve older articles so they remain accurate, clear, and helpful for everyday pet owners. As PetDT continues updating inherited content, articles credited to the Editorial Team will be reviewed by Mike or Melissa during the update process.
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Humans and turtles both enjoy spending time sitting in the sunshine. But while for people we call this sunbathing, in turtles, this habit is known as basking. Basking is when a turtle heads to a sunny spot of land and stretches out in the heat. Basking is beneficial for the health of the turtle, regulating body tempera
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The slowness of turtles (on land, that is) makes it seem as if they must have capacities beyond the physical that exceed those of other creatures, capacities like awesome night vision, but is this assumption actually correct? Can turtles see in the dark, or are they largely inactive when the sun goes down? In this arti
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Health and well-being are very important if you want to own a pet because you are in charge of keeping them safe and making sure they do not have any problems with health. When they are healthy they are happy, and that is the main thing to remember. By taking a look at their waste every day, you can find out a lot abou
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Snakes are often seen throughout the wild and are often pictured having fights with other animals and hunting their prey. However, people often wonder whether they even come into contact with other types of creatures. For example, you’re very unlikely ever to see a snake battling against a shark or certain types of bir
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Corn snakes are one of the most common reptiles kept as pets. They come in a variety of colors and sizes, from tiny baby ones to large adults. Corn snakes are native to North America. They eat insects and other small animals, such as frogs, lizards, and mice. They also feed on crickets, grasshoppers, and earthworms. Co
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Have you ever wondered if a snake can cross a rope? Is the myth true? Snakes are reptiles, and they belong to the order of Serpentes. They are found worldwide and live in almost every type of habitat. Snakes are carnivorous animals that eat other animals. In some parts of the world, they are considered dangerous due to
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Snakes are fascinating creatures that make for great pets. However, it’s no walk in the park. Many things need to be considered, like what the reptile drinks and how often they have to drink it. The vast majority of creatures on this wide planet will drink water to keep hydrated, but do snakes? Follow our guide to find
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Turtles, tortoises, terrapins, and other reptiles are often considered pests or even food. But do they always enjoy eating your favorite fruits? What should you know before feeding them? Turtles, tortoises, and lizards are omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and meat. They usually prefer vegetables over meat, but s
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Reptiles have to be one of the most interesting types of animals to keep as pets. Sure, many people will complain that they don’t show affection, or simply just sit in their terrarium or space, and stew under a light. But reptile lovers know that this couldn’t be further from the truth. They still cuddle, kiss, and lov
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When you’re shopping in the grocery store for pet food, you will often find flakes or pellets of food for fish, but you won’t necessarily find any such prepared food for the likes of turtles, tortoises, and terrapins. If you want to buy prepared food specifically for turtles, tortoises, or terrapins, you usually either
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Bearded dragons are one of the most popular reptile pets in the United States today. They’re easy to care for, extremely docile, and quite affordable. It’s no wonder why there is such an abundance of them in pet stores across America. Some people even consider them an ideal family pet because they’re so friendly and no
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Despite being one of North America’s most popular lizard pets, bearded dragons aren’t the easiest to look after. They still have regular health problems like any other living creature. One such problem that commonly befalls the bearded dragon is mouth rot. Bearded dragons use their mouths for what’s most important to t
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Turtles don’t have fur or feathers to insulate themselves from the cold. Instead, they rely on their thick shells to retain heat. They also use special glands located near their eyes to produce a substance called “hibernation hormone”. This hormone helps them enter a state of suspended animation. During the winter mont
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Bearded dragons are reptiles native to Australia. They are known for their long snouts and large heads. Their diet consists mainly of insects, fruits, and vegetables. Kale is one of the most talked-about foods that has come out of the nutrition world. Alongside spinach, berries, and broccoli, it’s now considered a supe
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Bearded dragons are easily one of the most popular forms of reptile pet that people possess around the world. They’ve become increasingly popular as the years have gone by, and it’s clear to see why. With their little personality traits and with how social they are with their owners, there’s no wonder that these little
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When you are considering a habitat for your bearded dragon, you may not want to go all out and spend too much money on something expensive that they may not enjoy. A lot of people use reptile carpet or newspaper as substrate, yet you may be wondering if sand is bad for bearded dragons. How sand measures up as a substra
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Have you ever wondered if a bearded dragon would make a great pet? Well, the answer is a resounding yes! They are fascinating creatures and a joy to be around, and you may have heard that they have fantastic eyesight. Is this true? Yes, bearded dragons have great vision. They can see in the dark, and they can see objec
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Red-bellied turtles are native to Australia and New Guinea but found around America. They are omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and animals. The red-bellied turtle has become a popular pet due to its friendly nature. These reptiles are often kept as pets because they are relatively inexpensive and easy to care fo
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Turtles are reptiles that live in the oceans. They eat plants and insects, lay eggs and reproduce by laying them in sand or mud. They are very slow-moving animals that do not move much. Turtles that are kept as pets are often placed in aquariums and should be kept in a dark place and they shouldn’t be left alone for to
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If you have a pet turtle, you will know that they are generally pretty quiet creatures, and you don’t hear them make very much noise very often. On an occasion, you might hear noise from their tank that sounds like hissing, clucking, and shrieking. But what if you hear a sneeze from their tank? Do turtles sneeze? Read
