Armored companions: tortoises in herpetoculture Tortoises vary enormously in size, appearance, habitat and care requirements. From familiar Testudo species to tropical and giant tortoises, we take a closer look at their key differences. Read more
Boa c. imperator size: How big can it grow? Boa constrictor imperator usually grows to around 2 meters in length, with a weight ranging between 6–14 kg. Read more
Spider shedding: Their most vulnerable moment Spider shedding is one of the most important processes in growth. Because spiders have an external skeleton, they must shed their old exoskeleton from time to time in order to grow larger. After shedding, the new exoskeleton is still soft and vulnerable. During this period, the spider is especially sensitive to disturbance and needs a calm, Read more