Does a turtle need a UV light in its tank?
Ultraviolet (UV) light is critical for turtles to be able to produce Vitamin D3. Vitamin D3 is essential for proper absorption and metabolism of calcium, which is needed for growth and overall health. Deficiencies in Vitamin D3 and calcium can cause problems with shell growth, bone density, and can even lead to death.
UV light is divided into two main types, UVA and UVB, which are both required for healthy turtles. UVB light is especially crucial for vitamin D3 productions, but UVA is needed for normal activity and behaviors. Sunlight is
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Amphibious Pets
by TJ Davis September 3rd, 2010 | Various Pets
Families who live in apartment communities are often faced with rules prohibiting pets. Dogs, cats, and other furry creatures are anima non grata due to the possibility of damage to carpets, walls, woodwork, and wiring. Birds, even if they are caged, are also often not permitted--primarily to head off the possibility of noise complaints from neighbors. For these reasons, apartment-dwelling families often turn to fish, reptiles and amphibians as pets.
Amphibian is a term which stems from ancient Greek; "amphi" meaning "both", and "bios" meaning "life", indicating that the animals live both on land and in water. Frogs, toads, newts,
Amphibian is a term which stems from ancient Greek; "amphi" meaning "both", and "bios" meaning "life", indicating that the animals live both on land and in water. Frogs, toads, newts,
