Sea monkeys make a fun and interesting pet that is sure to entertain the entire family. Despite their name, sea monkeys are not actually monkeys at all but are a type of genetically modified shrimp. They come in a freeze-dried form and come to life when dumped into water. After maturing, sea monkeys tend to …
Contrary to their name, sea monkeys are not, in fact, monkeys at all. Instead, they are a type of brine shrimp that came about in the 1950s. Since then, they have become a popular starter pet for people who don’t want to commit to something that requires a bit more responsibility. Although sea monkeys make …
Tortoises are among some of the most popular pets around due to the fact that they can live a long time, are easy to take care of, and are just plain adorable. Tortoises are omnivores, which means they eat both plants and insects or certain animals such as fish. In the wild, tortoises eat mostly …
Despite their name, hermit crabs make great companions. They are pretty easy to take care of and don’t require much. Best of all, they are not picky eaters, which means you won’t have to give up an arm and a leg to feed them. Although they aren’t picky eaters, hermit crabs definitely have their favorite …
Tortoises make great pets that, if cared for properly, can live for a very long time. Before adopting a tortoise, it’s important to know what you’re getting yourself into. Everything from where it lives to what it can eat is something worth noting. Although it might seem like tortoises can eat just about anything due …
When people feed ducks, they tend to bring along a loaf of bread or a handful of uncooked rice. The truth is, both bread and uncooked rice are actually really bad for ducks and not something they should be eating. Ducks can choke on uncooked rice, while feeding ducks too much bread will leave them …
Guinea pigs make great pets and are fairly easy to take care of. However, cleaning their cages and keeping them clean in general can be a bit tedious. Regardless, it is a task that you simply can’t put aside. Not only is it vital for the health of your guinea pig, but keeping their cages …
An axolotl is a water dwelling amphibian also called the “walking fish” or the “Mexican walking fish.” As might be evident from its nicknames, its characteristic feature is its tendency to walk along the bottom of its watery home. Some people like to keep axolotls as pets. They are interesting additions to tanks, they are …
Butterflies are absolutely beautiful creatures. Their transformation from caterpillars also fascinates many people as a powerful, natural symbol for struggle, rebirth, and triumph over change. There are more than 20,000 different species of butterflies, but they have a great deal in common in terms of what they need to survive and thrive. Butterflies are remarkably …
Having a pond in your backyard can be an enjoyable experience, not just for you, but for the wildlife in your area as well. Ponds often encourage small ecosystems to form, sustaining from the bugs, reptiles, and amphibians that call your pond home. It often doesn’t take that long after a pond is set up …