| Firefly Encyclopedia of the Vivarium: Keeping Amphibians, Reptiles, and Insects, Spiders and Other Invertebrates in Terraria, Aquaterraria, and Aquari Contributor(s): Alderton, David (Author) |
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ISBN: 1554073006 ISBN-13: 9781554073009 Publisher: Firefly Books OUR PRICE: $35.96 Product Type: Hardcover Published: September 2007 Annotation: Keeping iguanas, frogs, insects and other invertebrates in a glass world is a popular pursuit. This practical, fully illustrated guide has everything the enthusiast needs to know, with a focus on beginners. A one-stop reference for those starting out with a terrarium or vivarium, it covers the entire spectrum of suitable animals, from invertebratesto large snakes and lizards. David Alderton explains how to design setups that re-create natural habitats, as well as more clinical environments for closely monitoring difficult or delicate species. A brief account of some of the more suitable vivarium plants and their requirements is also included. The book is divided into three main sections -- Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates -- with extensive cross-referencing between them. There are detailed presentations on all key areas: Basic biology, Housing, Equipment, Controlling the environment, Furnishings: clinical and naturalistic Checklist of plants and methods of planting Food and feeding Breeding Health. A comprehensive directory of species provides specific information on breeds suitable for beginners. This easy-to-use, illustrated volume presents all the most up-to-date information in a single volume, giving the enthusiast a complete reference. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Pets | Reptiles, Amphibians & Terrariums - Pets | Reference |
| Dewey: 639.39 |
| LCCN: 2008295605 |
| Physical Information: 0.88" H x 8.68" W x 11.28" (2.53 lbs) 224 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Keeping iguanas, frogs, insects and other invertebrates in a glass world is a popular pursuit. This practical, fully illustrated guide has everything the enthusiast needs to know, with a focus on beginners. A one-stop reference for those starting out with a terrarium or vivarium, it covers the entire spectrum of suitable animals, from invertebratesto large snakes and lizards. David Alderton explains how to design setups that re-create natural habitats, as well as more clinical environments for closely monitoring difficult or delicate species. A brief account of some of the more suitable vivarium plants and their requirements is also included. The book is divided into three main sections -- Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates -- with extensive cross-referencing between them. There are detailed presentations on all key areas:
A comprehensive directory of species provides specific information on breeds suitable for beginners. This easy-to-use, illustrated volume presents all the most up-to-date information in a single volume, giving the enthusiast a complete reference. |
Contributor Bio(s): Alderton, David: - David Alderton |