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Gold Dust Day Gecko Care Guide

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Gold Dust Day Gecko Care Guide Table of Contents Ask an Expert Gold dust day geckos are beautiful and amazing.  And they are recommended for beginner keepers.  If you are an owner, or are considering becoming one, we have a community forum gold dust day Gecko forum that can help answer your questions.  Our forum is moderated by knowledgable zoologists, who can help guide you to provide wonderful care for your Gold Dust Day Gecko.  What are Gold Dust Day Geckos? If you want a strikingly beautiful pet that requires little care and you don’t need one you can handle...

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Crested Gecko Breeders - The Critter Depot

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How to Find a Good Crested Gecko Breeder Table of Contents If you are searching for a Crested Gecko, there are many things to consider. Is the lizard healthy? Does it have any abnormalities? Was in raised in an ethical manner? But really, you should only be asking one question: How do I find a good Crested Gecko Breeder? If you find a good breeder, all of these other questions can easily be answered. Good breeders will only offer healthy geckos, will show you and explain any abnormalities on a lizard, and always raise their geckos in an ethical and...

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How to Breed Hornworms

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How to Breed Hornworms Most people don’t put very much time into finding good feeder insects. They stick with mealworms or superworms, which are easy to get, but also not the best nutritionally. And that makes sense. There isn’t a lot of information out there about how to breed highly nutritious feeder insects, like hornworms. But we don’t like to settle for subpar feeder insects. That’s why we put together this comprehensive guide to hornworm breeding. So that people at any skill level can learn to raise their own nutritious feeders with ease, and avoid having to buy hornworms online...

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Keeping Your Dubia Roach Colony Cool in the Summer: Maximizing Productivity Through Temperature Control

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Introduction Dubia roaches (Blaptica dubia ) have surged in popularity as feeder insects, prized by exotic pet owners for their exceptional nutritional profile and ease of care. These roaches offer a superior diet for a variety of reptiles, amphibians, and other exotic pets, making them a top choice for both hobbyist and professional breeders. Their appeal lies not only in their nutritional value but also in their prolific breeding habits, offering a sustainable and cost-effective food source. However, the key to a thriving Dubia roach colony lies in meticulous environmental management, with temperature control being paramount. As the mercury rises...

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Should You Keep Crickets with Leopard Geckos?

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The Chirping Dilemma: Setting the Stage As a leopard gecko owner, you've likely encountered the age-old question: should you keep crickets in your gecko's enclosure? It's a tempting idea—after all, wouldn't it be convenient to have a constant food source readily available for your scaly friend? However, this seemingly simple solution comes with a host of potential problems that could put your beloved pet at risk. In this article, we'll explore the dangers of housing crickets with leopard geckos, discuss alternative feeding methods, and provide a comprehensive guide on how to maintain a separate cricket colony for optimal feeding practices....

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