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Back to School: A Reptile Care Course for BeginnersThe ABCs of Housing, Feeding, and Caring for Your Pet Congratulations! You are the soon-to-be new owner of a pet bearded dragon, skink, crested gecko, lizard, or other reptile. Will you pass the test on how to properly care for your pet? There are any number of resources available to you, from fellow reptile owners to knowledgeable breeders, but we thought it’d be helpful to compile some central lessons. Make sure you study these and fully …

A Guide to Feeder Insects for Your ReptileRoaches and Larvae and Worms, Oh My! All reptiles share at least one trait in common—they love dinner time! Your pet needs to eat, and feeder insect suppliers like ABDragons are here to provide healthy and tasty options. When it comes to planning your reptile’s diet, you have many feeder insects to choose from. Let’s break down the different types of feeder insects to help you decide the right choices for your pet.Dubia Roaches If you are looking for …

Questions for BruceAre Superworms Safe for My Bearded Dragon? Dana from Willoughby, Ohio, asked: “Bruce, I have heard that superworms can be dangerous. I am wondering if this is true. Can you confirm if superworms are safe to feed my bearded dragon?” Bruce’s Answer: “Thanks for the question, Dana! You are not the first bearded dragon owner to wonder whether superworms pose a threat to your pet. Superworms are highly unlikely to cause any danger to your bearded dragon, and so long as you a …

Our Proven Tips and Advice Many reptile owners think about starting their own Dubia roach colony. After all, if you can sustainably raise your roaches to breed and repopulate, you can save on the expense of ordering feeder insects. Keep in mind that starting and successfully maintaining a Dubia roach colony is not necessarily easy. It takes some solid planning, realistic expectations, and ongoing maintenance, but it can be very rewarding as well as cost effective.Initial Planning: Make Your …

Which Size Phoenix Worms Should I Buy?Choosing Small, Medium, or Large Phoenix Worms We get this question a lot: Which size Phoenix Worms should I buy for my pet? Phoenix Worms are popular feeder insects due to their high protein and calcium content. While many reptiles and other critters enjoy them, they are especially popular for bearded dragons. As our customer Erin noted, her bearded dragon enjoyed the large Phoenix Worms and she recommends “pairing them with a variety of greens, blue …