Book
Firefly encyclopedia of the vivarium / David Alderton.
Record details
- ISBN: 1554073006
- ISBN: 9781554073009
- ISBN: 1554073009
- Physical Description: 224 p. : col. ill.
- Publisher: Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books, 2007.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (p. 219), Internet addresses and index. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Reptiles as pets Amphibians as pets Insects as pets Invertebrates as pets Vivariums |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stroud Branch | 639.39 Ald | 31681001818087 | NONFIC | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
A guide for the hobbyist covers reptile, amphibian, and invertebrate feeding, general care, breeding, and health care; offers advice on choosing appropriate housing and equipment; and includes a directory of over three hundred species. - Firefly Books Ltd
A practical, well-illustrated guide to keeping reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates under glass that covers suitable animals, creating habitat, health, food, difficult species, plants and more. It includes cross-referencing and a species directory. - Firefly Books Ltd
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.
