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Garter Snakes and Water Snakes: From the Experts at Advanced Vivarium Systems (CompanionHouse Books) Beginner's Guide to Keeping,Used
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The musthave guide for keepers of garter snakes and water snakes! General information on garter and water snakes that any aspiring herpetologist will want to know Acquiring your snake and what to look for to ensure your new pet is healthy Housing requirements including substrates, shelters, basking areas, humidity, heating, and more Feeding information, including frozen fish, frogs, tadpoles, vitamin supplements, and strategies Breeding considerations, from pairing and meeting prebreeding parameters to hibernation methods Diseases and disorders from parasites to mouth rot and how to recognize and address them Variations and different species, from the blacknecked garter to the western ribbon snakeGarter snakes, ribbon snakes, and water snakes are among the most popular, widely available, attractive, and interesting reptile pets out there!Because most of these species are relatively common, inexpensive, docile, and easy to maintain, they are also among the first reptiles owned by children and budding herpetoculturists. This book is intended to inform beginning and experienced hobbyists about the selection, proper housing, feeding, general maintenance, and breeding of these fascinating snakes.These 88 pages are packed with information about keeping garter and water snakes, from acclimatizing your new snake to its environment to supporting your snake's shedding cycle to stimulating your snake's appetite and dealing with mites, respiratory disorders, and more. It includes information about selecting and purchasing a healthy water or garter snake, housing and maintenance needs, feeding, handling, breeding, and health care. A separate chapter on diseases and disorders provides a complete primer on health needs and veterinary care. Author David Perlowin's commonsense advice can help beginners decide whether these snakes are the right pets for your or your family.The selected species section is packed with fullcolor photos of snake varieties: From the genus Thamnophis, the author covers Butler's garter snake, aquatic garter snake, blacknecked garter snake, western terrestrial garter snake, checkered garter snake, plains garter snake, common garter snake, western ribbon snake, and eastern ribbon snake. From the genus Nerodia (American water snake), the salt marsh snake, green water snake, plainbelly water snake, southern water snake, diamondback water snake, northern water snake, brown water snake, and Oriental garter snake.This updated owner's manual provides the essential tips on how to select and care for your garter, ribbon, or water snake. Inside, you'll find all you need to know about proper housing and hygiene practices and how to spot signs of common diseases and disorders. This musthave addition to any snake keeper's library explains why a quality environment is necessary for a snake's quality of life. It is filled with fascinating facts and a stunning array of photos of popular colubrids, including the San Francisco garter, which many herpers consider the most beautiful snake in North America. This new edition brings the most uptodate information to the fingertips of the herp enthusiast.Garter and Water Snakes is a reptile care book from the highly acclaimed Advanced Vivarium Systems series. The AVS series, founded and guided by herpetocultural pioneer Philippe de Vosjoli, is the definitive source on reptile and amphibian care. This book delivers the most helpful and uptodate information available on these popular reptiles kept as pets.Whether you just got your first garter snake or water snake, you're considering it, or you're already a snake enthusiast, Garter and Water Snakes is packed with the definitive advice you need!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Garter Snakes and Water Snakes'? A: The book provides a comprehensive guide on keeping garter snakes and water snakes, covering topics such as housing, feeding, breeding, and health care.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 88 pages filled with essential information about caring for garter and water snakes.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Garter Snakes and Water Snakes'? A: The author is David Perlowin, who is known for his expertise in herpetoculture.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is designed for both beginners and experienced hobbyists, offering valuable insights for all levels of snake keepers.
- Q: What kind of information can I expect regarding snake health in this book? A: The book includes a chapter dedicated to diseases and disorders, helping readers recognize and address health issues in their snakes.
- Q: Does the book cover different species of snakes? A: Yes, it includes information on various species such as Butler's garter snake, black-necked garter snake, and several types of water snakes.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on March 1, 2005, and the updated edition was released on October 1, 2005.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: Key features include guidelines on housing, feeding, breeding, and health care for garter and water snakes, along with full-color photos of various species.
- Q: Can this book help me with breeding my garter snakes? A: Yes, it provides detailed breeding considerations, including pairing, pre-breeding parameters, and hibernation methods.