Welcome to this month’s Practical Reptile Keeping.
After such a miserable winter, which may yet prove to have a sting in its tail, some signs of spring are apparent, being refl ected not just by the appearance of snowdrops. Tortoises are awaking from their seasonal slumber, and the importance of getting them to eat again as soon as possible cannot be overstressed. Our guide this month should hopefully help you to rekindle your pet’s appetite rapidly.
We are all strongly influenced by our sense of sight and in turn, colour - which undoubtedly influences our choice of reptiles and amphibians, probably more so than we care to admit. Holly Brigden looks at the subject of colouration in her article on snakes this month. Meanwhile, within the amphibian world, is there another, more spectacular species than the red-eyed tree frog? Or how about the green tree monitor - surely, one of the most attractive of all the varanids? You can read about the care and breeding of both species this month, and also gain some fascinating insights into their behaviours too.
Meanwhile, don’t forget that if you want to pass on your advice and experiences to other readers, you can always email me at prk.ed@ kelsey.co.uk or write to me at our address on p82.
David Alderton,
Editor.
 David is an acknowledged expert with more than 40 years of experience in this area. He has written and broadcast extensively about the care and biology of these creatures, and also speaks regularly to various herpetological groups.. |
On Friday 4th December Pets at Home will open the doors to a fantastic new specialist reptile centre at its New Malden store.
The centre will be the first of its kind in a Pets at Home store. Amongst the new and exciting features will be reptile and amphibious species from all over the world including the Posion Arrow Frog from the lush rainforests of Central and South America to the exotic Panther Chameleon and Day Gecko from Madagascar, not forgetting the Chinese Water Dragon from South East Asia.
The reptiles will be cared for by a highly trained and dedicated team who will be available to offer help and support as well as answering any questions. The centre will also have an extensive range of vivariums, heaters and accessories plus dry and gut loading insect foods ensuring that the needs of even the most advanced reptile keepers are satisfied.
Pets at Home also has reptile centres in over 100 stores throughout the UK stocking Bearded dragons and Leopard geckos as well as a fantastic range of accessories and foods.
To find your nearest store log onto petsathome.com/storelocator |
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