Are you still relying on outdated and regurgitated care sheets for the care of your animal?

Care sheets are often personal opinions or collections of experiences from other hobbyists. They are frequently contradictory or incorrect.“Science-based husbandry” is a practical approach to caring for animals that is based on scientific evidence, observations from the wild, and data regarding their natural habitat. It is a form of self-study that goes beyond just relying on traditional practices or personal opinions. This scientific data is compiled into a “Natural History Profile” that focuses on the who, what, when, where, and why of a species. Nowadays, this information is easily accessible through the internet and various applications!

Understanding which information is relevant, where to find it, and how to organize the gathered data can be overwhelming. The quest is a challenge that will enrich you with skills and insights that you can later apply to any species you wish to keep.We translate this “Natural History Profile” into concrete guidelines regarding terrarium design, temperature and humidity control, lighting, nutrition, health management, and the provision for the display of natural behaviors. Everything is explained concretely through a case study.

This course provides you with the tools to get started immediately and is suitable for both novice terrarium keepers who could use a nudge in the right direction and experienced hobbyists looking to gain new insights and tools in the ever-evolving herpetoculture.