Everything about caring for your reptile
3 articles on tortoises, bearded dragons, geckos, iguanas and snakes. Reptiles require more technical knowledge than any other pet — vivarium, UVB, temperature, specialised diet.
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Setup
The right vivarium: UVB, temperature and size
Detailed initial setup: thermostat, UVB bulb, heat diffuser, substrate, décor. Cost £200–£800 depending on species.
Species
Bearded dragon: complete care
The species recommended for beginners. Omnivorous diet, UVB essential, temperature 35-40°C in the warm zone, 25°C in the cool zone.
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Species
Bearded dragon: complete care
The species recommended for beginners. Omnivorous diet, UVB essential, temperature 35-40°C in the warm zone, 25°C in the cool zone.
Tortoise: a species with a 40-80 year commitment
Hibernation, a diet based on wild plants, a minimum of outdoor space, an exotics vet a must.
Leopard gecko: the easiest reptile
No UVB required (some vets recommend it), feeding on live insects, gentle hands-on handling.
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