by Emmanuel Van Heygen | Sep 19, 2023 | Frogs & Toads, Care Guides, Emmanuel van Heygen
Home • • Page 4 Dendrobates auratus Dendrobates auratus Dendrobatidae 1-2" or 2,5-5 cm 10 to 15 years (some individuals even live up to 20 years) From south Nicaragua to northwestern Colombia Humid lowlands, plantations and lowland...
by Emmanuel Van Heygen | Sep 17, 2023 | Lighting, Academy, Emmanuel van Heygen, Nutrition
Home • • Page 5 Vitamin D3 and Reptiles: A Vital Connection Vitamin D3 plays a pivotal role in the health and well-being of reptiles, much like it does in other animals. This hormone is integral to mineral metabolism and bone development in reptiles. One of...
by Emmanuel Van Heygen | Sep 16, 2023 | Lighting, Academy, Emmanuel van Heygen
Home • • Page 5 The Myth of Nocturnal Creatures and UVB Light The belief that nocturnal animals don’t require UVB exposure has been a long-standing one in the world of reptile and amphibian care. The argument, “It’s nocturnal—it doesn’t need...
by Emmanuel Van Heygen | Jul 20, 2023 | Lighting, Academy, Emmanuel van Heygen
Home • • Page 7 What is Light? The sun, with its radiant energy, is the cornerstone of life on Earth. Every square meter at the top of our atmosphere receives about one kilowatt of this energy. This solar embrace drives the myriad processes that sustain...
by Emmanuel Van Heygen | Jul 20, 2023 | Academy, Emmanuel van Heygen
Home • • Page 7 Bioactive We recognize nature’s profound beauty and complexity, and we’ve seen how the bioactive approach to terrariums brings that intricate balance into our homes and lives. This method centers on crafting a self-sustaining and...
by Emmanuel Van Heygen | Jul 20, 2023 | Academy, Emmanuel van Heygen
Home • • Page 8 Lighting The Sun is the Earth’s light source, providing visible light, heat, and the essential energy for biological activities. The sun’s energy is indispensable, as it fuels all life forms on our planet. In its absence, the...
