In recent years, herpetoculturists have been fortunate in having the opportunity to keep and work with some of the large agamid lizards from southeast Asia, notably green water dragons and the Philippine Sailfin lizards. This book is dedicated to the care, maintenance, and breeding of these Asian lizards in captivity. In addition, a section has been included on the basilisk lizards of the New World.
For years, an interesting lizard species has languished in the background of the reptile-keeping hobby. While many keepers struggled to maintain lizards that were too large, too aggressive or too difficult to maintain; Chinese water dragons have sat quietly by, going un-noticed by the mainstream. Unlike some of the more commonly kept lizards, water dragons are an excellent species for captive maintenance, and keepers are beginning to notice these pretty green lizards. However, as when caring for any other pet, new keepers must strive to learn as much as possible about the behavior, ecology and biology of the species. This is the only way to provide them with the highest quality of life possible. Inside, you will find the information necessary to get started keeping Chinese water dragons. You will learn about the habitat requirements and nutritional needs of these lizards, as well as the things you need to look for when selecting your new pet. The author, Ben Team, is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the natural world. When not writing about plants, animals and habitats, Ben enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife. Covered in this book: - Acquiring - Anatomy - Behavior - Biology - Breeding - Captive considerations - Daily care - Description - Diet - Ecology - Enclosure - Health - Husbandry - Interacting - Lighting - Maintenance - Monitoring - Myths and Misunderstandings - Taxonomy - The ideal environment .... and much more
Because they don't grow as large as green iguanas and tend to remain docile, green water dragons from SE Asia have surged in popularity. Sailfin lizards and basilisks with their dorsal and caudal crests are the most dragon looking of the lizards and make outstanding displays. This compact book offers simple instructions for raising and breeding these impressive lizards. A must for anyone who has fantasized about having a dragon in their home
For years, an interesting lizard species has languished in the background of the reptile-keeping hobby. While many keepers struggled to maintain lizards that were too large, too aggressive or too difficult to maintain; Chinese water dragons have sat quietly by, going un-noticed by the mainstream. Unlike some of the more commonly kept lizards, water dragons are an excellent species for captive maintenance, and keepers are beginning to notice these pretty green lizards. However, as when caring for any other pet, new keepers must strive to learn as much as possible about the behavior, ecology and biology of the species. This is the only way to provide them with the highest quality of life possible. Inside, you will find the information necessary to get started keeping Chinese water dragons. You will learn about the habitat requirements and nutritional needs of these lizards, as well as the things you need to look for when selecting your new pet.
For years, an interesting lizard species has languished in the background of the reptile-keeping hobby. While many keepers struggled to maintain lizards that were too large, too aggressive or too difficult to maintain; Chinese water dragons have sat quietly by, going un-noticed by the mainstream. Unlike some of the more commonly kept lizards, water dragons are an excellent species for captive maintenance, and keepers are beginning to notice these pretty green lizards. However, as when caring for any other pet, new keepers must strive to learn as much as possible about the behavior, ecology and biology of the species. This is the only way to provide them with the highest quality of life possible. Inside, you will find the information necessary to get started keeping Chinese water dragons. You will learn about the habitat requirements and nutritional needs of these lizards, as well as the things you need to look for when selecting your new pet.
Although lots of partner the Chinese Sprinkle Dragon with just China, Sprinkle Dragons are in fact a type of lizard coming from from several components of asia or europe consisting of Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and also Laos. They are an intense green lizard with a lengthy pointy tail. Like the Uromastyx, this lengthy tail is made use of as a tool versus killers and also for stabilize when operating, climbing up, or swimming. The majority of captive Chinese Sprinkle Dragons have actually been wild-caught, which indicates they'll not be as accommodating as the majority of family pet dog lizards. Nevertheless, they are low-cost (about $50) and also can surely still make exceptional family pet dogs for skilled hobbyists.
CHINESE WATER DRAGON AS PET Complete Owner's Manual, Care, Housing, Diet, Breeding & Mating Chinese water dragon. As a matter of fact, the Chinese water dragons is a dragon worth to be use as pet; it look like little iguanas and swim a much. Because of their diminutive size they are popular pet reptiles, but their care needs are more intensive than most people think. Dragons of Chinese water range from dark green to fairly pale green. They have vertical, sloping green or turquoise stripes on their bodies. They are white or pale yellow in their bellies, their throats are a mixture of yellow, orange and peach. The lengthy tail is slender, green and brown banded. Adult males have greater heads than females, and on the back of the head and neck, they acquire larger crests. In this book you will get the entire necessary guide to keep Chinese dragon as pet, behavior and temperament of Chinese Water dragon, complete Owner's Manual, Care, Housing, Diet, Breeding, Mating and reproduction processes. GRAB YOUR COPY NOW!!!
"Hand this to the Rick Riordan crowd, or to kids who like Tui Sutherland’s "Wings of Fire" series."—SLJ Set in a vivid, Arab-inspired world filled with friendly and fearsome water dragons, K.D. Halbrook’s Silver Batal and the Water Dragon Races is a middle-grade fantasy adventure, with illustrations by Ilse Gort, that's perfect for fans of Tui T. Sutherland, Sayantani DasGupta, and Roshani Chokshi. Thirteen-year-old Silver Batal calls the desert home, but her heart belongs to the waters. Although she’s expected to become a jeweler like her father, Silver harbors a secret and forbidden wish to race water dragons. Destiny comes calling when her friendship with a mysterious old woman leads her to Hiyyan, a baby dragon that can swim and fly. Risking everything, Silver, Hiyyan, and her resourceful cousin Brajon set off across the desert to join the legendary races in the royal city. But the road to Calidia is filled with danger, and the trio must band together as they encounter ferocious cave beasts, clever desert foxes, and cutthroat competition. As Silver and Hiyyan soar through the skies and speed through the seas, both must learn what they're willing to sacrifice for a shot at glory.
