Busting the Salmonella "Myth" Claims
Organizations like Responsible Reptile Keeping (RRK) push misinformation about disease to clickfarm uninformed reptile keepers.
Organizations like Responsible Reptile Keeping (RRK) push misinformation about disease to clickfarm uninformed reptile keepers.
Ultraviolet light for reptiles is generally 280-320nm and often not comparable to the same methods used for disinfecting pathogens in the air. It is explained why we don't use this around humans to destroy all pathogens for several reasons.
People often address animals that have desirable patterning (whether that be through linebreeding for polygenic traits or passed down through Mendelian traits) as their morph name and anything else as wild type. This is incorrect.
Reptiles, including chameleons, lizards, snakes, and turtles, can serve as carriers of Salmonella. Salmonella infections can lead to sickness.
The ecological niche of tarantulas encompasses their habitat, distribution, and ecological interactions.
Veterinary medicine is making strides in 2024, with cutting-edge treatments for cats, French bulldogs, and bearded dragons.
Ophionyssus natricis, commonly known as snake mites, are tiny arachnids that infest snakes and other reptiles.
Bacterial infections are one of the main causes of stomatitis (mouth rot) in reptiles. These infections are typically caused by various bacteria.
Reptiles, with their enigmatic nature, require specific care and attention to thrive in captivity.
Animal breeders can now leverage technology to identify traits in snakes including ball pythons. Perform these experiments right at home!