Natural Terrariums (Complete Herp Care) [Paperback]

Philip Purser (Author)

Book Description

Series: Complete Herp Care | Publication Date: May 2007

This comprehensive guide profiles several types of terrariums--sandy desert, rocky desert, woodland, rainforest, and others--and which animals would be suitable for each. Step-by-step instructions guide the reader through the terrarium design and construction process and suggest where to purchase materials.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

For both beginner and advanced hobbyists comes a revolutionary new reptile and amphibian series. Each title in the Complete Herp Care series contains all-new, in-depth current information on a wide variety of topics, including breeding, housing, nutrition, and health care. All authors are experienced writers and experts in their field. Every book is fully illustrated and contains multiple sidebars and tip boxes.

From the Back Cover

If you've been to a zoo or a botanical garden, you've seen natural terrariums. These beautiful enclosures combine plants and animals to create mini-ecosystems that fill viewers with wonder. Even more wonderful, you can create your own natural terrariums right in your home. Almost any species of reptile, amphibian, or arthropod can be kept in a natural terrarium.

This guide is a complete instruction manual for creating stunning natural terrariums. It contains information on plants, substrates, water features, animals, construction, and more. The eye-catching sidebars, boxes, and photographs illustrate key topics all owners of these intricate systems need to know. Natural Terrariums will help you build and maintain a healthy vivarium.

Features of Natural Terrariums include:
* complete discussion of soils, sands, and other substrates
* complete discussion of rocks, wood, and other types of decoration
* chapter on plant care and plant varieties
* instructions on building several types of terrarium: desert, jungle, woodland, and others
* lists of animals that will thrive in each type of terrarium

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Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Tfh Pubns Inc (May 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0793828910
• ISBN-13: 978-0793828913
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 6.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #119,178 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #5 in Books > Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Biological Sciences > Zoology > Reptiles
  • #11 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Animal Care & Pets > Reptiles & Amphibians
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30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best that I've ever found., August 3, 2007

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Terrarium Girl (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Natural Terrariums (Complete Herp Care) (Paperback)

I'll be brief: I recently bought and read this book because I am building a new, elaborate terrarium. As a reference, this book is the best I've ever encountered. As a read-able book, it's also top notch. You would not think that moss could be interesting, but this book makes it so. Don't waste your money on books by Bartlett or Walls (anyone who reads herp books will know those guys know their stuff, but not like this!). If you're going to buy a terrarium book (discusses deserts, jungles, watery environs, etc. from beginner level to VERY advanced tricks and tactics), make this the one!!! You will NOT be disappointed.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Creating your own little rainforest!, January 11, 2009

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This review is from: Natural Terrariums (Complete Herp Care) (Paperback)

If you are interested in small amphibian life, this book helps you create the ideal habitat that is not only for looks, but functions as a true biotope keeping itself clean using natural bacteria filtration. A natural environment allows you to enjoy your pets, observing behaviors. Quality of life and lifespan are assured in a natural biotope and a quality environment increases the chances that they will breed in captivity! This book will help you create the rainforest of your dreams!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An awesome book for creaing the most natural habitat possible for your pet, August 23, 2009

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Krispy "Lost in the Attic" (The Bucket, RI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Natural Terrariums (Complete Herp Care) (Paperback)

If you want to try creating a beautiful biome for your pet herp, this is the book for you. There is so much info packed into this little volume, and the author covers all aspects from enclosure type to appropriate rocks for particular habitats to plants and watering. He also covers the basics of about six different types of biomes with great tips for keeping your terrarium a living, breathing microcosm.

My goal is to build the most natural habitat for my future pet, and this book contained the most useful information to help me accomplish my goal.