Reptiles How To

Reptiles need an environment that simulates their natural habitat. As such, they need owners who can provide the best care for them. If reptiles are not handled properly, they will die. Research shows that 50-90% of reptiles die during their first year of captivity. While reptiles require less upkeep than other kinds of pets, they cannot handle neglect. Thorough research on the species you are interested is imperative, particularly about their required feeding requirements and environmental conditions. Like fish, the key to keeping reptiles alive is to make sure their living conditions in captivity are the same as their living conditions in the wild. Reptile owners spend a great deal of time maintaining the temperature and humidity in the vivarium, always making sure it is dry enough or humid enough, cool enough or warm enough. Cost and food availability are another important consideration. There are plenty of online resources, video tools, and books that open to you the unique world of reptiles and guide you through the requiring yet fascinating hobby.

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