Help Guides
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Categories: Care sheetsSnakes
Royal python, Python regius, husbandry guide
A complete care guide on Royal pythons, Python regius, covering natural history, habitat, heating, lighting and more. -
Categories: Care sheetsLizards
Green basilisk, Basiliscus plumifrons, care sheet
Green basilisk, Basiliscus plumifrons, husbandry guide from the experts at Swell Reptiles, covering housing, heating, lighting and more. -
Categories: Care sheetsChelonians
Introduction to tortoise species
To the untrained eye, many tortoise breeds will look pretty similar, but actually, they are some of the most diverse animals on the planet. -
Categories: EquipmentAmphibians
How to set up a frog terrarium at home
Frogs are some of the most diverse animals on the planet, making the finer points of setting up a frog terrarium at home a little difficult. -
Are reptiles better together?
Look inside to find out why reptiles should, or should not be kept with other individuals, and the dangers of cohabitation when done incorrectly. -
How much UV lighting do reptiles need?
The UV lighting question is something we get asked here at Swell Reptiles every day as more and more people join the hobby -
Categories: EquipmentChelonians
European tortoise setups – what equipment do I need and what goes where?
European tortoises are some of the most popular pet reptiles. Look inside to learn how to keep them, including housing, heating and lighting. -
What is reptile brumation and how can I prepare for it?
Brumation is an important time of year for some reptiles, read inside to find out how to recognise if your reptile is going into brumation and how to do it safely. -
How long can a snake live with a respiratory tract infection?
Respiratory infections are a common ailment for captive reptiles, learn inside how to recognise the signs and treat them safely.