Firefly Encyclopedia of the Vivarium : Keeping Amphibians, Reptiles, and...
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About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Firefly Books, The Limited
ISBN-10
1554073006
ISBN-13
9781554073009
eBay Product ID (ePID)
59948460
Product Key Features
Book Title
Firefly Encyclopedia of the Vivarium : Keeping Amphibians, Reptiles, and Insects, Spiders and Other Invertebrates in Terraria, Aquaterraria, and Aquaria
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Reptiles, Amphibians & Terrariums, Animals / Reptiles & Amphibians, Insects & Spiders, General, Life Sciences / Zoology / Invertebrates
Publication Year
2007
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Pets, Nature, Science
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
39.9 Oz
Item Length
11.2 in
Item Width
8.6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Reviews
Full-color photographs ... along with thorough descriptions and directions, make the book easy to understand., This reference book contains everything one would need to know about maintaining an indoor environment for live amphibians, reptiles, and invertebrates. Full-color photographs and images of species and care instructions, along with thorough descriptions and directions, make the book easy to understand... Contains information that new owners may be unaware of... Important small details ... are not overlooked.... With its vibrant photographs and easy reading level, this text is suggested for school and public libraries that are in need of a basic guide.
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
639.3/9
Table Of Content
Introduction The Natural History of Vivarium Animals Invertebrates Amphibians Reptiles Vivarium Setup and Maintenance Vivarium Housing Food and Feeding General Care Breeding Hibernation Health Care Reptiles Snakes Boas and Pythons Colubrid Snakes Lizards Geckos Chameleons Tegus and Monitors Agamids Skinks Iguanids Other Lizards Tortoises and Turtles Tortoises Turtles and Terrapins Amphibians Newts and Salamanders Newts Salamanders Amphiumas, Mudpuppies, and Sirens Frogs and Toads Tree Frogs Ground-Dwelling Frogs Dart Frogs and Mantellas Aquatic Frogs Toads Invertebrates Walking Sticks (Stick Insects) Leaf Insects Praying Mantids Beetles Centipedes and Millipedes Tarantulas and Other Spiders Scorpions Hermit Land Crabs Giant Land Snails Glossary Further Reading/Web Sites Index Picture Credits
Synopsis
Keeping iguanas, frogs, insects and other invertebrates in a glass world is a popular pursuit. This practical, fully illustrated guide has everything the enthusiast needs to know, with a focus on beginners. A one-stop reference for those starting out with a terrarium or vivarium, it covers the entire spectrum of suitable animals, from invertebratesto large snakes and lizards. David Alderton explains how to design setups that re-create natural habitats, as well as more clinical environments for closely monitoring difficult or delicate species. A brief account of some of the more suitable vivarium plants and their requirements is also included. The book is divided into three main sections -- Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates -- with extensive cross-referencing between them. There are detailed presentations on all key areas: Basic biology, Housing, Equipment, Controlling the environment, Furnishings: clinical and naturalistic Checklist of plants and methods of planting Food and feeding Breeding Health. A comprehensive directory of species provides specific information on breeds suitable for beginners. This easy-to-use, illustrated volume presents all the most up-to-date information in a single volume, giving the enthusiast a complete reference., Keeping iguanas, frogs, insects and other invertebrates in a glass world is a popular pursuit. This practical, fully illustrated guide has everything the enthusiast needs to know, with a focus on beginners. A one-stop reference for those starting out with a terrarium or vivarium, it covers the entire spectrum of suitable animals, from invertebratesto large snakes and lizards. David Alderton explains how to design setups that re-create natural habitats, as well as more clinical environments for closely monitoring difficult or delicate species. A brief account of some of the more suitable vivarium plants and their requirements is also included. The book is divided into three main sections -- Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates -- with extensive cross-referencing between them. There are detailed presentations on all key areas: Basic biology Housing Equipment Controlling the environment Furnishings: clinical and naturalistic Checklist of plants and methods of planting Food and feeding Breeding Health. A comprehensive directory of species provides specific information on breeds suitable for beginners. This easy-to-use, illustrated volume presents all the most up-to-date information in a single volume, giving the enthusiast a complete reference., A practical, well-illustrated guide to keeping reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates under glass that covers suitable animals, creating habitat, health, food, difficult species, plants and more. It includes cross-referencing and a species directory.
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