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Blue-tongued skinks are unique reptiles that are popular among reptile enthusiast not only for their characteristic blue tongue, but also for their ease of keeping. The newest edition the highly regarded Advanced Vivarium Systems series, Blue-Tongued Skinks is an essential guide to keeping these eye-catching reptiles; it contains useful information for all reptile keepers, whether you are a prospective buyer, a new skink owner or an experienced reptile...
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SULCATAS: African Spurred Tortoises in CAPTIVITY (With Notes on Other Popular Tortoises) by Russ Gurley The African Spurred Tortoise continues to be one of the most popular tortoise pets. From a small tan hatchling with wide, alert eyes and a ravenous appetite, these wonderful tortoises quickly (in tortoise terms) can become backyard giants. They grow very large and incredibly heavy with needs that outweigh many keepers' expectations and abilities....
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The remarkable red-eared slider is a freshwater turtle that belongs to the Emydidae family of turtles, of which there are currently fourteen subspecies. Although popular pets among children, red-eared sliders require a considerable amount of special care, and this colorful guide provides the necessary information to keep these turtles properly attended in captivity. Red-Eared Sliders, written by herp expert Philippe de Vosjoli, provides guidelines...
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Notorious for being one of the best reptiles to have as a pet, the bearded dragon is a well-known favorite. This new edition of the best-selling The Bearded Dragon Manual is packed with valuable information that will help you learn how to take quality care of your pet and provides a close look at all the characteristics that have made these attractive lizards so popular. From breeding, egg-laying, and basic genetics to creating a comfortable habitat,...
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Reptiles are popular pets, and it can be argued that the bearded dragon is the best reptile to keep as a pet. This newly updated and expanded edition of the best-selling The Bearded Dragon Manual promises to excite new and seasoned herp enthusiasts with its in-depth discussion on all aspects of dragon keeping and its brilliant color photography. Written by a team of recognized herpetoculture authorities, veterinarians, and specialists, this volume...
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Boas in Captivity by Vin Russo Boas in Captivity was written to help educate herpetoculturists and hobbyists about the natural history of Boa constrictor and also their captive care including housing, feeding, health issues, breeding, and raising of healthy young boas. The fascinating color morphs and pattern anomalies that occur are presented in text and beautiful photos in the Photo Gallery. Boa constrictors are indigenous to Central America and...
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The lizard craze is undeniable, and the small, friendly gecko is a big hit among pet owners. If you are interested in, or have a gecko, this book will give you all the information you need to keep this fascinating reptile in captivity. From light and heat requirements to nutrition and health care, this book covers everything your gecko will need.
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This Ant Farm Book is a guide to keeping and raising ant colonies from your home. It is the ultimate handbook for ant enthusiasts and any person that would want to keep and raise ants from home for any reason. It provides useful information and resources about ants and ant keeping.
Born out of practical experience and thorough research, this book contains helpful tips and all the do's and don'ts in ant keeping. A copy of this work is all you need...
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The Box Turtle Manual seeks to "help prospective owners keep their turtles healthy and happy." Given the low price tag placed on a box turtle in a pet shop, many casual shoppers add a box turtle to their household without preparation or knowledge about how to keep the animal alive. Since quality information is difficult to find on box turtles, Philippe de Vosjoli and Dr. Roger Klingenberger remedy the situation with this Advanced Vivarium Systems...
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Las aves rapaces siempre han ejercido una gran fascinación por poderoso vuelo, su forma de lanzarse en picado sobre sus presas y sus majestuosos planeos. Sin embargo, también han tenido siempre -y todavía tienen- una mala reputación. Durante muchos siglos fueron perseguidas, acusadas de numerosos males (como, por ejemplo, de ser ladronas de ganado e incluso de niños), y hasta la actualidad no han encontrado su lugar en el corazón de los hombres....
53) Las Cacatúas: Cómo elegirlas, cuidados diarios, comportamiento, alimentación, reproducción, expos
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Las cacatúas destacan por el penacho eréctil de color que adorna su cabeza. Pertenecen al grupo de los loros más grandes. Tienen un carácter afectuoso que atrae a todos los amantes de los pájaros. En este libro la autora nos aporta sus conocimientos etológicos sobre las aves de compañía. En él descubriremos el origen, la historia y la evolución de las cacatúas, sabremos cómo son las diferentes especies (géneros Cacatua, Eolophus, Probosciger,...
54) Las Cacatúas
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Las cacatúas destacan por el penacho eréctil de color que adorna su cabeza. Pertenecen al grupo de los loros más grandes. Tienen un carácter afectuoso que atrae a todos los amantes de los pájaros. En este libro la autora nos aporta sus conocimientos etológicos sobre las aves de compañía. En él descubriremos el origen, la historia y la evolución de las cacatúas, sabremos cómo son las diferentes especies (géneros Cacatua, Eolophus, Probosciger,...
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For author Philippe de Vosjoli, "art is the actualization of a personal vision or message," and de Vosjoli's passion is snakes, which he believes are among the most beautiful animals on earth. Incorporating snakes into a naturalistic vivarium, the way lizards and amphibians usually are, adds a new element to snake keeping, elevating the hobby to a true art form. In The Art of Keeping Snakes, de Vosjoli pursues this concept and provides advice for...
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Crabbers should grab Philippe de Vosjoli manual on land hermit crabs for expert advice on keeping this popular and colorful invertebrate thriving in its vivarium! The popularity of hermit crabs is undeniable, as the author states in his introduction, Their droll appearances and interesting behaviors have made them appealing to both children and adults looking for an affordable, low maintenance, and undemanding pet." Land Hermit Crabs seeks to inform...
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Tony Harrison has lived the life of a professional snake catcher for twenty years. In this book, he introduces you to the reptiles most commonly encountered in our cities and towns, including some of the most venomous snakes on earth. Tony has spent his whole life surrounded by reptiles. His work and his animals are regularly featured on TV and in movies. That means he has a tale or two to tell. In Snake Catcher, Tony shares entertaining and informative...
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La herpetología está calando cada vez más, incluso entre el público más joven. Si usted es aficionado a estos animales y quiere criarlos en casa, en esta obra encontrará toda la información necesaria para conocerlos a fondo y ocuparse de ellos correctamente: distribución geográfica y hábitat, morfología, dónde y cuánto tiempo viven, cómo y dónde adquirirlos, cómo se debe preparar un terrario -calefacción, iluminación y ambientación-,...
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Twenty-one years ago, at a friend's request, a Massachusetts professor sketched out a blueprint for nonviolent resistance to repressive regimes. It would go on to be translated, photocopied, and handed from one activist to another, traveling from country to country across the globe: from Iran to Venezuela-where both countries consider Gene Sharp to be an enemy of the state-to Serbia; Afghanistan; Vietnam; the former Soviet Union; China; Nepal; and,...
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This is a comprehensive, practical guide to the construction, arrangement, and management of reptile enclosures, with detailed information on which reptiles are suitable as pets, how and where to squire them, their general management, and much more. Profusely illustrated and fill of useful information, "The Vivarium" will be of considerable utility to existing and prospective reptile owners, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of...
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