Popular Amphibians (Advanced Vivarium Systems) - Softcover

De Vosjoli, Philippe

 
9781882770601: Popular Amphibians (Advanced Vivarium Systems)

Synopsis

<div><br>Frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts are among pet owner&#8217;s favorite amphibians, and this colorful guide proves the perfect introduction to these fascinating animals. Author Philippe de Vosjoli provides guidelines for keeping the most popular species of amphibians, highlighting Oriental fire-bellied toads, leopard frots, dwarf clawed frogs, fire-bellied newts, and tiger salamanders. For each he provides insight into commonly kept species, systematics, distribution and origins, size, longevity, sexing, housing, feeding, behavior, breeding, and more. This Advanced Vivarium Systems title includes information about selecting a healthy example, quarantine and acclimation considerations, housing needs, water and feeding, as well as solid advice about keeping the amphibian healthy. A separate chapter on diseases and disorders provides a complete primer on the health needs and veterinary care of these rewarding amphibians.</div>

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Synopsis

For all their beauty and charm, amphibians are relatively fragile animals that require specific temperatures, foods and enclosures. Popular Amphibians is packed with information on how to keep frogs, newts and salamanders healthy and happy with an emphasis on the step-by-step design of decorative and functional vivaria. Inside you'll learn how to select, quarantine and acclimatise an amphibian as well as how to spot and treat specific diseases and disorders commonly affecting them.

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