Hello to all, my name is Jeremy and I live in Sandringham, Auckland. I've joined the site just for this reptile/amphibians forum...
I'm wondering if its alright for me to ask a whole lot of beginner questions from a NZ point of view, (I've looked round the internet, reading some beginner guides and read the first page of threads here, if I'm asking anything thats been answered please point me in the right direction and I'll delete this thread)...
I became interested in Terrariums a month or two ago and started wondering what to keep in them...
After looking around the internet the general concensus seemed to be Bearded Dragons, are the best to "learn" with..?
Are the exo terra terrariums suitable..? Are they any good..?
What substrate should I use and is readily available without taking from the enviroment..?
Climbing... How high..? On what..?
What plants should I use (if any) that are not harmful to Bearded Dragons..?
Who should I buy my Dragon from, (I do not want to contribute to harming the species)..? Do any breeder keep genealogy records..?
Food... Where can I buy insects from..? Is non red leaf lettuce, insects with reptile powder a suitable diet..? Where can I get the powder..?
If suitable, does anyone have experience with lighting in a Exo Terra terrarium for this species..? What works..?
Sorry for *wall of questions* but I want to make sure I know what I getting into first and can take the very best care of my acquistion...
There seem to be some very knowledge keepers and breeders from what I've read so any input will be greatly appreciated...
I also think if I enjoy it as much as I think, I'll move into other species, maybe even more advanced husbandry when experienced...
I'd also love to see some other peoples set ups... If that is a "done" thing and you live in Auckland send me a PM...
Thank you all again in advance...