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Building a Balanced Diet for Herbivorous Reptiles

Feeding reptiles may seem simple at first, but if you own or care for a plant-eating species, you know it takes more than tossing in a few leaves. A proper reptile herbivore diet is about balance, variety, and understanding what your specific reptile needs to thrive. Whether you’re caring for a green iguana, uromastyx, tortoise, Read More

Safe Fruits and Vegetables for Reptiles
Thomas Ashford May 5, 2025

When it comes to feeding reptiles, the spotlight is often on insects, pellets, or pre-mixed salads. But if you’re caring for a herbivore or omnivore, fruits and vegetables can play a big role in your pet’s overall health. The key is knowing which produce items are safe, nutritious, and how often they should be served Read More

Proper Insect Feeding for Carnivorous Reptiles
Edward Harrington April 29, 2025

Feeding reptiles that eat insects isn’t as simple as tossing in a few crickets. If you’re raising a leopard gecko, bearded dragon, tokay gecko, or other insectivorous species, proper nutrition starts with knowing what to feed, how to feed, and when to feed. In this guide, you’ll learn everything you need to know about feeding Read More

Supplements and Vitamins for Exotic Reptiles
Edward Harrington April 27, 2025

Feeding your reptile a healthy diet is the foundation of good care. But even with the best fruits, vegetables, and feeder insects, your exotic pet might still need a nutritional boost. That’s where reptile calcium supplements and reptile vitamins come in. In the wild, reptiles get a wide range of nutrients from their natural environment Read More