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Reptiles (Husbandry (Glass vivariums difficult to insulate, Wooden…
Reptiles
Common species
Snakes e.g. boa constrictor-diurnal/nocturnal, ambush predators, kill prey by construction or venom
Lizards e.g. bearded dragon-diurnal/nocturnal, terrestrial/arboreal, tail for defence
Chelonians e.g. tortoise-withdraw into shell when threatened, biting, climbing
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Husbandry
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Provide appropriate lighting-UV essential in some to activate provitamin D3 (for absorption of calcium) in skin (as well as normal light needed to do this)
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Nutrition
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Leopard geckos/chameleons-insectivores, larger insects more aggressive, high fat content of waxworms, insects need food too
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Zoonoses
Salmonella from normal GI flora, usually not a problem
Common traits
Ectothermic, low metabolic rate, unsocial
Hibernation in temperate reptiles for 2-3 months-risks of dehydration, freezing, predator attack