It is natural that first-time snake owners have tons of questions about their pet feeding. The crucial ones are how long can snakes go without eating and what affects their ability to survive without food. Let’s see what experts say. Snakes can survive an impressively long period without food, ranging from a few weeks to …
It’s always a sad state of affairs to discuss whether your pet snake is on the verge of dying or not. After all, these reptiles are quite independent and don’t express any major signs of discomfort or pain, unlike other pets. Due to this reason, you have to be extremely knowledgeable on matters related to …
Crested geckos are some of the most popular reptilian pets available, thanks to their adaptability to captivity, their striking appearance, and their docile nature. However, even a gecko that adapts well to captivity, like the crested gecko, can have health issues. Naturally, you’ll want to carefully observe your crested gecko to be sure that it …
Snakes love to bask in the sun during the day. As a reptile owner, you might wonder if snakes also need light at night to keep them as safe and comfortable as possible. Snakes don’t need a light to be on at night. They benefit from a day and night cycle, which means they need …
There’s nothing worse than seeing your crestie act out of sorts and wondering “is my crested gecko dying?”. Especially when you’re new to crested geckos, even simple behaviors like sleeping a lot can be thought to be a sign that your crestie is without a doubt at death’s door. The top signs that your crested …
Creating the right vivarium setup is crucial for your leopard gecko’s health. When installing the lights, you must consider the reptile’s natural habitat. Leopard geckos are from the Middle East and need about 14 hours of light, followed by 10 hours of darkness per day in summer. In winter, divide the circadian cycle into 12 …
A leopard gecko is a lovable reptile that many owners enjoy handling daily. If you own a leopard gecko, you may wonder if you need to wash your hands after handling a leopard gecko. After all, mixed opinions exist on various sites. After handling a leopard gecko, you should wash your hands before touching anything …
You should avoid handling your snake before it sheds because this can interfere with the process, and your snake may be feeling more stressed than usual.
You probably know that your leopard gecko tends to be more active in the evening and early morning than they are in the middle of the day. But just how well can your gecko see during the night? Leopard geckos can likely see as much as 350 times better at night than humans can. They …
When your leopard gecko skips a meal, the first reaction may be to panic – especially if you’re new to keeping leopard geckos. That’s why we’ve decided to write this article. Baby leopard geckos (0-2 months of age) can’t go longer than 2 days without food Juvenile leopard geckos (2-6 months of age) can’t go …