Dave Fogel wrote a nice beginner's article in "Reptiles USA 2011 Annual" with Reptile's typical nice photography.
He makes some interesting comments- some of which are quotes from other sources but the article does not list any sources or references.
It is generally a good article- short and tightly written. A few things raised blips in my mind- stating that 'cherryheads' come from Paraguay, frequent forced soaks, 6'x4' for a pair or two of adults, 95 degree hotspot, 'dense jungle' as primary habitat, newspaper and hay substrates, etc.
He makes some interesting points as well- a movable outdoor pen, his doubt that pyramiding is due to either proteins or humidity based on his on experiences, and ponderings on why some get abnormal scute development.
I could wish for more info on diet- his is rather brief and simple, although he seems to be in the 'variety' camp with spinach and kale on his list.
He includes a photo of some hatchlings of his which look cute and smooth, and thus fulfill any 'show me the photos' criteria people might have.
By the way- there is also a list of herp vets by state, herp societies, and a short article on overall vet care ideas from Douglas Mader, DVM. Not a bad deal for $7.99.
He makes some interesting comments- some of which are quotes from other sources but the article does not list any sources or references.
It is generally a good article- short and tightly written. A few things raised blips in my mind- stating that 'cherryheads' come from Paraguay, frequent forced soaks, 6'x4' for a pair or two of adults, 95 degree hotspot, 'dense jungle' as primary habitat, newspaper and hay substrates, etc.
He makes some interesting points as well- a movable outdoor pen, his doubt that pyramiding is due to either proteins or humidity based on his on experiences, and ponderings on why some get abnormal scute development.
I could wish for more info on diet- his is rather brief and simple, although he seems to be in the 'variety' camp with spinach and kale on his list.
He includes a photo of some hatchlings of his which look cute and smooth, and thus fulfill any 'show me the photos' criteria people might have.
By the way- there is also a list of herp vets by state, herp societies, and a short article on overall vet care ideas from Douglas Mader, DVM. Not a bad deal for $7.99.