Reptiles/Expert Profile

Diane

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 11/12/2009
Expertise

I am well versed in all aspects of the care and keeping of green iguanas, leopard geckos and bearded dragons. This includes all husbandry issues pertaining to the above species. I am not a vet so I cannot answer medical questions. I research other reptiles and am able to give general information on other species of lizards. I prefer not to answer snake questions as that I have not researched them enough.

Experience in the area

I own 3 green iguanas, two of which are rescues. I own two leopard geckos, both rescues. I've had my reptiles for 7 years. I spend many hours researching the care of my reptiles to keep up to date on all information pertaining to keeping reptiles that I have. I own a yahoo group dedicated to raising healthy iguanas.

Organizations

Scales and Tails Exotic Pet Rescue (one of the founding members)

Publications

One of the Co Authors of the Book "The Iguana Dens Care and Keeping of Giant Green Iguanas"

What do you like about this subject?

Reptiles make wonderful pets when you are willing to give them the specific care that they need...many species have a life span of 20 years or more with correct care like the leopard gecko and the green iguana.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

Nothing would give me greater pleasure than to be able to help others keep their reptiles healthy and to educate owners on the care needs of there species....to give their reptile the best possible chance at living a long and healthy life.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:

Since keeping reptiles as pets is relatively new, its vital to keep up with new information pertaining to the species. As more people become dedicated to keeping reptiles, more research is done, which can and does change the care they need. I love research and learning...and with reptiles there is always something to learn!!

Something controversial or provocative about this subject

Reptiles are still considered wild animals for the most part. Most aren't cuddly critters and people are disappointed once they purchase a reptile only to find that the reptile doesn't always like or enjoy human company. Give your reptile a chance.It can take months or longer for your reptile to accept you. Some never tame. Research before you bring home a reptile.

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Amie11/02/0910101010Thankyou Diane for all your advice and .....
Brendan10/27/0910101010she is a very wonderful helper and .....
Xochitl10/26/0910101010Thank you!
Liela10/22/0910101010thank you for your reply, it was .....
Pauline10/21/0910101010Hi Diane, just wanted to say thanks .....

Recent Answers from Diane

2009-10-27 bearded dragon:

Hi Brian, Actually, there are a few that are good staple diets with one of them being silk worms, but they are not as easy to get as other insects and become rather expensive. Crickets are basically

2009-10-27 Baby bearded dragon is not eating:

Hi, Remember, you aren't wanting to raise the temperatures in the entire cage, just in one area...the basking area. Most times, using a heating pad doesn't raise the temperature that much but, you can

2009-10-27 Leopard geckos walking strange:

Hi Amie, The YouTube tells me the videos are private, so I can't see them. Hopefully, raising the temperature does the trick. I would also try offering her some smaller crickets (made to not hop, lol)

2009-10-27 My bearded dragon seems sick:

Hi Jessica, 10 yrs is very good for a beardie. Has he ever brumated(hibernated) before? Not being active is generally a sign of brumation, but generally they go to a cool area for this. Is his poop

2009-10-26 Leopard geckos walking strange:

Hi Amie, Be sure to provide the humid hide as I described. Also, you can take her out of her tank(you don't want to make the tank too wet) and mist her with some warm water. It does make sense on the

 

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