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![What To Do With A Dead Bearded Dragon? [All Your Options]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/What-To-Do-With-A-Dead-Bearded-Dragon-All-Your-Options.png)
Bearded dragons make wonderful pets, but sadly they don’t tend to live as long as we’d like. When your beardie has died, what do you do? What options have you got for disposing of their body? Here are all of your potential options, what you need to know, and some …
You’ve likely noticed – your Bearded Dragon has a lot of interesting and unique behaviors. But what does it mean when they scratch at the glass, specifically? Is it something to be concerned with and how is it best to respond? Here is all you need to know. So, why …
Are you looking at getting an Axolotl or have just taken one in? Not sure what to name them? Well, today we’ll be giving you a complete list of some of the best names for this particular pet. I’ve broken the list up into both male and female names, but …
![Can Iguanas Eat Watermelon? [This May Surprise You]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Can-Iguanas-Eat-Watermelon-This-May-Surprise-You.png)
Watermelon is just quite fun to eat. And it’s delicious too. But is this sweet and vibrant fruit suitable for iguanas to eat? Can you offer some from time to time? Let’s find out! So, can Iguanas eat pineapple? Iguanas can eat watermelon, but should only eat a very small …
![Can Iguanas Eat Cherries? [Can You Offer This Fruit?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Can-Iguanas-Eat-Cherries-Can-You-Offer-This-Fruit.png)
Properly feeding your Iguana will come with a lot of questions. But what about cherries? Can these reptiles consume this red pitted fruit – or should they? Here is what you will want to know. So, can Iguanas eat cherries? Iguanas can eat de-pitted cherries, although should only do so …
![Can Iguanas Eat Spinach? [What You Have To Know About It]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Can-Iguanas-Eat-Spinach-What-You-Have-To-Know-About-It.png)
Iguanas are herbivores, primarily folivores by nature – meaning their diet should mostly consist of leaves. But what about spinach? Is this a suitable plant for them to eat and one that you can offer frequently? Here is all you need to know. So, can Iguanas eat spinach? Iguanas can …
![Can Iguanas Eat Strawberries? [Should You Offer This Fruit?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Can-Iguanas-Eat-Strawberries-Should-You-Offer-This-Fruit.png)
Have some strawberries to hand and wondering whether or not to feed them to your Iguana. Is it okay to do so, beneficial or could it prove quite problematic? Here is what you need to know. So, can Iguanas eat strawberries? Iguanas can eat strawberries as part of their total fruit …
![Can Iguanas Eat Pineapple? [Is This A Good Fruit Option?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Can-Iguanas-Eat-Pineapple-Is-This-A-Good-Fruit-Option.png)
Considering feeding your Iguana pineapple but not sure whether this is a good idea? Is it safe or even beneficial for you to do so? Let’s find out. So, can Iguanas eat pineapple? Iguanas can eat pineapple but should only eat very small amounts at a time and very infrequently. Pineapple …
![Can Iguanas Eat Oranges? [Should You Ever Offer This Fruit?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Can-Iguanas-Eat-Oranges-Should-You-Ever-Offer-This-Fruit.png)
Oranges. The type of fruit that always seems to be lying around and that we buy too many off. But can, or should we, feed them to our Iguanas? Here is everything you will want to know. So, can Iguanas eat oranges? Iguanas can eat oranges as a treat and …
![Can Iguanas Eat Avocado? [You Just Have To Read This]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Can-Iguanas-Eat-Avocado-You-Just-Have-To-Read-This.png)
Avocado has been touted as quite the superfood for us humans. They’re delicious too. So you may be wondering whether you can offer some of this green fruit (that’s right it’s actually a fruit), to your Iguana. Well, you’ll be glad you stopped by. Here is why. So, can Iguanas …
![Does PetSmart Sell Axolotls? [What You Should Know]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Does-PetSmart-Sell-Axolotls-What-You-Should-Know.png)
You’ve made your decision. You want a pet axolotl. And I can see why; that smile. But can you simply head down to your nearest PetSmart and pick one up? This is what you need to know. So, does PetSmart sell Axolotls? PetSmart does not sell Axolotls – in any …
![How Do Bearded Dragons Mate? [The Breeding Process Explained]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/How-Do-Bearded-Dragons-Mate-The-Breeding-Process-Explained.png)
Bearded dragons are very different from more traditional pets like cats and dogs in many ways, not least in how they breed. While most people are familiar with mammalian breeding, how reptiles mate may seem very foreign to many. At least it was for me; until I spent some time …
![Do Frogs Blink? [Or Ever Close Their Eyes?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Do-Frogs-Blink-Or-Ever-Close-Their-Eyes.png)
I’ve never seen a frog blink. So naturally, I wondered whether they even could! After a little research, here is what I found… So, do frogs blink? Frogs can blink. They generally do so while eating, as frogs use their eyes to push live prey down their throats. Blinking can …
![How Much Do Frogs Cost? [Full Cost Guide For Ownership]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/How-Much-Do-Frogs-Cost-Full-Cost-Guide-For-Ownership.png)
Frogs are rapidly becoming popular as pets with people looking for a relatively low-maintenance companion that doesn’t require much attention to thrive. But how much do these amphibians cost? To buy, own and take care of? I spent some time researching the actual cost of ownership – here is what …
![Do Frogs Fart? [Peer-Reviewed Research Tells Us They...]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Do-Frogs-Fart-Peer-Reviewed-Research-Tells-Us-They....png)
Farting. It is not something you associate with frogs. But can or do they actually do it? I wanted to find out, so I spent some time researching this amusing topic. Here is what I managed to find. So, do frogs fart? Frogs do and can fart. Although, their relatively small …
![Do Frogs Play Dead? [This Is Actually Quite Amazing]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Do-Frogs-Play-Dead-This-Is-Actually-Quite-Amazing.png)
Frogs are pretty vulnerable. They do not have much of a visual deterrent to ward off potential predators. While some frogs are poisonous, there is generally little protecting them from much more formidable carnivores. So naturally, you may be wondering whether frogs can play dead? Do they use this tactic …
![Do Frogs Eat Tadpoles? [Or Protect Them From Predators?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Do-Frogs-Eat-Tadpoles-Or-Protect-Them-From-Predators.png)
Tadpoles are entirely defenseless and incredibly vulnerable to any predator that makes a go for them. But what about frogs? Do they, or will they, actively try to consume them? Here is what you need to know. So, do frogs eat tadpoles? Frogs can resort to eating tadpoles if there is …
![Do Frogs Breathe Underwater? [Can Frogs Actually Drown?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Frogs-Breathe-Underwater_-Can-Frogs-Actually-Drown_.png)
Frogs are amphibians, so along with toads, salamanders, and newts, they can live both in the water and on land. But what about breathing? Are frogs capable of exchanging gases required for life when submerged? Here is all that you will want to know. So, do frogs breathe underwater? Frogs do …
![Water Dog vs Axolotl [Are These Salamanders Any Different?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Water-Dog-vs-Axolotl-Are-These-Salamanders-Any-Different_.png)
Water Dogs and Axolotls; are these the same or are there drastic differences between the two? I spent some time researching to find out for good! So, what is the difference between a Water Dog vs. an Axolotl? Water Dogs and Axolotls are different species of salamander. They are native …
![Can Bearded Dragons Eat Eggplant? [Is This Fruit Safe?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Can-Bearded-Dragons-Eat-Eggplant_-Is-This-Fruit-Safe_.png)
Bearded dragons enjoy a colorful and varied diet – they are omnivores, after all. There are only a few foods that are off-limits in their diet. But what about eggplant? Is this a safe or beneficial food for them to enjoy? Here is what you need to know. So, can …
![Can Bearded Dragons Eat Butternut Squash? [Should They?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Can-Bearded-Dragons-Eat-Butternut-Squash_-Should-They_.png)
It’s understandable to question giving certain foods to your bearded dragon. At the same time, it’s only natural to worry that they are getting all the nutrients they need. But what about Butternut Squash? Does this have a place in the diet, and is it something you can offer and …
![Do Axolotls Need A Filter? [Is Filtration Necessary?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Axolotls-Need-A-Filter_-Is-Filtration-Necessary_.png)
If you’ve never kept an axolotl as a pet before and are thinking of getting one, caring for them can seem daunting at first. There’s just so much to consider! And water quality is one such area that you’ll likely have many questions about. Is a water filter even truly …
![Mudpuppy vs Axolotl [How Are These Salamanders Different?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Mudpuppy-vs-Axolotl-How-Are-These-Salamanders-Different_.png)
At first glance, it’s easy to mistake a Mudpuppy with an Axolotl. And vice versa. But upon closer inspection, you can start to tell them apart. It naturally raises the question; what is the difference between these two salamanders? Let’s find out. So, what is the difference between a Mudpuppy …
![Do Frogs Drink Water? [This Is Actually Quite Amazing]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Frogs-Drink-Water_-This-Is-Actually-Quite-Amazing.png)
Every animal, from ant to elephant, requires water in order to survive, and frogs are no exception. But how do they get the hydration they need? Is it through the physical act of drinking? Here is all you will want to know. So, do frogs drink water? Frogs do not drink …
![Are Axolotls Illegal In California? [Can You Own One There?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Are-Axolotls-Illegal-In-California_-Can-You-Own-One-There_.png)
As a resident of California, you may be wondering whether or not it is legal to keep an axolotl as a pet. Are there any exceptions or permits you need to obtain? Having researched the local laws, here is what you need to know. So are axolotls illegal in California? Axolotls …
![What Do Frogs Eat As A Pet? [Dietary Guide For Owners]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/What-Do-Frogs-Eat-As-A-Pet_-Dietary-Guide-For-Owners.png)
Frogs will eat practically anything in the wild, from butterflies to spiders! But keeping them as pets is a little different. Besides, we cannot always ensure that these will be around for our amphibians to eat. As such, it is essential that we proactively source appropriate food for our frogs; …
![Do Frogs Eat...[22 Food Sources Under The Microscope]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Frogs-Eat...22-Food-Sources-Under-The-Microscope.png)
Frogs consume a varied diet, to say the least. Both in the wild and in captivity (when kept as pets.) As such, it can be difficult to know what these amphibians do and do not eat. So, I decided to research into the dietary patterns and behaviors of frogs. You’ll …
![Do Pet Frogs Smell? [Do They Have Any Natural Bad Odors?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Pet-Frogs-Smell_-Do-They-Have-Any-Natural-Bad-Odors_.png)
If you are considering owning a or several pet frogs, you will naturally want to know whether they smell. Besides, this can have big implications of whether you can, or want, to keep them at all. At the very least, it will play a role in where they are kept. …
![Do Rattlesnakes Lay Eggs? [How Do These Snakes Reproduce?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Rattlesnakes-Lay-Eggs_-How-Do-These-Snakes-Reproduce_.png)
Rattlesnakes are notorious for their tails; the crucial organ that warns predators and distracts prey. But one less known aspect of these reptiles is how they reproduce. Do they lay eggs like most other species of reptiles or are they part of the rare group that do not? Here is …
![Do Frogs Eat Mice? [It All Depends On This One Factor]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Frogs-Eat-Mice_-It-All-Depends-On-This-One-Factor.png)
Frogs are opportunistic feeders, consuming a wide variety of different foods and anything that comes their way. Being primarily carnivorous by nature, this can include but is not limited to small insects, snails, and worms. But what about mice? Would a frog attempt to eat prey of this size? Here …
![Do Frogs Eat Snails? [What About That Hard Shell?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Frogs-Eat-Snails_-What-About-That-Hard-Shell_.png)
The diet of a frog is relatively varied. As opportunistic feeders, they primarily eat what comes their way. Within reason, of course. But what about snails? Would a frog attempt or routinely consume them? So, do frogs eat snails? Frogs do eat snails if given the opportunity to do so. They …
![Do Frogs Eat Crickets? [Is This Insect Typically Consumed?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Frogs-Eat-Crickets_-Is-This-Insect-Typically-Consumed_.png)
As opportunistic carnivores, frogs are known to devour pretty much anything that crosses their path! But what about crickets? Do frogs instinctively eat them? Here is what you need to know. So, do frogs eat crickets? Most frog species will readily consume crickets, both in the wild and in captivity. However, …
![Do Frogs Sleep With Their Eyes Open? [The Surprising Truth]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Frogs-Sleep-With-Their-Eyes-Open_-The-Surprising-Truth.png)
The sleeping habits of frogs may be of interest to you. Perhaps you have a local population nearby, a keen interest, or even keep them as pets. A common question asked is whether these amphibians sleep with their eyes open? The answer may come as a surprise… So, do frogs …
![How Big Do Frogs Get? [Size & Weight Of 18 Common Species]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/How-Big-Do-Frogs-Get_-Size-Weight-Of-18-Common-Species-1.png)
Starting out as frogspawn, transitioning into a froglet and then again onto a frog. No wonder why it is so hard to envision how big a frog will get. And then there are the thousands of different species. But what kind of size does the average frog get; what is …
![Do Frogs Lay Eggs? [The Reproduction Guide For Frogs]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Frogs-Lay-Eggs_-The-Reproduction-Guide-For-Frogs.png)
Are you wondering how frogs reproduce? Not sure whether these amphibians lay and develop from eggs? Here is all that you will want to know. So, do frogs lay eggs? Frogs lay eggs in water, anywhere from 2-10,000 at a time (depending on the species). A group of eggs laid at the …
![Do Leopard Geckos Need UVB? [How Essential Is This Light?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Leopard-Geckos-Need-UVB_-How-Essential-Is-This-Light_.png)
Owning an exotic reptile like a leopard gecko undoubtedly comes with its questions. It can be challenging for beginners and new owners to know the difference between what they need to get and what is nice to have. UVB Lighting is one such topic. Are these lizards require this in …
![Do Frogs Bite? [Have Teeth, Or Inflict Any Real Damage?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Frogs-Bite_-Have-Teeth-Or-Inflict-Any-Real-Damage_-1.png)
A frog biting. It’s hard to imagine. But do these amphibians ever do so? And more importantly, are bite dangerous or painful? Here is what you need to know. So, do frogs bite? Frogs can bite, with some species being more likely to do so than others. Frogs are most likely …
![What Do Bearded Dragons Like To Play With? [The Options]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/What-Do-Bearded-Dragons-Like-To-Play-With_-The-Options.png)
As an owner of a bearded dragon, one of your primary responsibilities is keeping them sufficiently entertained and occupied. Besides, nobody wants their pet to be bored and unhappy. Giving them things to play with is ideal here – but what do they like and what is recommended? Here is …
![Best Tank For Axolotl [Top Picks And Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Best-Tank-For-Axolotl-Top-Picks-And-Buyers-Guide.png)
The tank you choose for your axolotl could not be more important. It’s their home after all. For this particular pet, it is where they will be spending 99% of their time. You need to get it, just right. But for an amphibian with such specific needs, it can be …
![Best Sand For Axolotl Tank [Top Picks And Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Best-Sand-For-Axolotl-Tank-Top-Picks-And-Buyers-Guide.png)
Substrate plays an important role in the tank of an axolotl. From helping with water chemistry, filtration, to the general aesthetic. But for a bottom-dwelling amphibian, it also helps them forage for food and reduce light reflections that can result in stress. It’s fair to say its important. Sand is …
![Do Axolotls Lay Eggs? [Everything You Need To Know]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Axolotls-Lay-Eggs_-Everything-You-Need-To-Know.png)
Axolotls are different and unique in so many different ways. So much so that it’s only natural to question the traits, behaviors, and biological processes that govern the species, or that they share with other amphibians, or even us. One such interesting area, in particular, is how they breed; how …
![Do Axolotls Sleep? [It's Not As Clear-Cut As You Might Think]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Axolotls-Sleep_-Its-Not-As-Clear-Cut-As-You-Might-Think.png)
Axolotls are unique in so many different ways. To the point where it only leads us to question what traits, tendencies, and behaviors we share with them. Sleep is one such example. Do these smiley salamanders rest in this way? Let’s find out? So, do axolotls sleep? Axolotls do sleep …
![Best Filter For Axolotl Tank [Top Picks And Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Best-Filter-For-Axolotl-Tank-Top-Picks-And-Buyers-Guide.png)
Clean and adequately balanced water is essential for axolotls. And while you could theoretically routinely replace the water, a filter makes the process incredibly easy. And it is automated. Besides, you are going to want to keep the water optimized. Otherwise, stress and illness are likely to ensue. Axolotls produce …
![Can Axolotls Breathe Out Of Water? [How Long Can They Be Out?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Can-Axolotls-Breathe-Out-Of-Water_-How-Long-Can-They-Be-Out_.png)
Axolotls are certainly fascinating creatures and will provide hours of entertainment as they roam about in their tank. But what about outside of it; can they breathe when out of water and is it even safe to take them out? As an owner or prospective owner, here is what you …
![What Worms Can Leopard Geckos Eat? [12 Worms To Consider]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/What-Worms-Can-Leopard-Geckos-Eat_-12-Worms-To-Consider.png)
As insectivores, leopard geckos thrive on a carnivorous diet of bugs and grubs. You’ll often see recommendations for worms as part of this. But a little bit of research quickly shows that they are not all the same. Different worms have very different nutrient profiles. Naturally, we begin to question …
![Do Hermann Tortoises Hibernate? [In The Wild vs. Captivity]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Do-Hermann-Tortoises-Hibernate_-In-The-Wild-vs.-Captivity-.png)
Are you looking to own a Hermann Tortoise? Then you’re going to need to know whether they hibernate. Besides, it will have quite considerable ramifications on their care. Here is what you need to know. So, do Hermann tortoises hibernate? Hermann tortoises hibernate in the wild and can do so when …
![Do Axolotls Have Teeth? [Are They Known For Biting?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Do-Axolotls-Have-Teeth_-Are-They-Known-For-Biting_-.png)
Axolotls are undoubtedly intriguing to look at. They have a range of fascinating features and characteristics. But do these unique amphibians possess teeth? And if so, could an owner be on the receiving end of a pretty nasty bite? Here is what the research has shown. So, do axolotls have …
![Do Axolotls Get Lonely? [Should Axolotls Be Kept In Pairs?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Do-Axolotls-Get-Lonely_-Should-Axolotls-Be-Kept-In-Pairs_.png)
Keeping a singular Axolotl is very rewarding and great fun. But what about for the Axolotls themselves? Are they able to live alone, or can they suffer without the companionship of another Axolotl inside the tank? So, do axolotls get lonely? Axolotls do not get lonely, and you can keep them …
![When Do Bearded Dragons Stop Growing? [Average Size Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/When-Do-Bearded-Dragons-Stop-Growing_-Average-Size-Guide.png)
If you are thinking of buying a bearded dragon, or if you already have a baby bearded dragon, you may have wondered how fast they can grow and what size they can eventually reach. Having an idea of their potential adult size will inform your decisions on what size enclosure …
![Do Sulcata Tortoises Hibernate? [How Cold Is Too Cold?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Do-Sulcata-Tortoises-Hibernate_-How-Cold-Is-Too-Cold_-.png)
Not all tortoise species hibernate. But what about the Sulcata, otherwise known as the African spurred tortoise? Do they spend any significant time in a less active state and what does this all mean for owners? I spent some time researching the species to find out exactly how they instinctively …