Invertebrates do not possess or either develop vertebral column. This classification includes all invertebrate animals excluding subphylum Vertebrate.
Sea monkeys are one of the most popular aquatic pets in recent years. The uniqueness of this type of brine shrimp makes aquatic pet lovers want to care for and try the breeding practice. Sea monkeys are often starter pets before caring for fish or any crustaceans. Many don’t know …
Do spiders feel? You may not think so, but this question is being asked by spider experts all over the world. It’s a good question to ask too as we want to know if our arachnid pets feel pain when they are hurt or die. In fact it’s just as …
Hermit crabs are crustaceans who navigate their way through life with the use of a hard, protective exoskeleton. The shell offers protection from predators and the elements, but it does have a downside. As hermit crabs grow in size, they outgrow their shells. And they will therefore need to find …
Hermit crabs are crustaceans which belong to the superfamily Paguroidea. They have an asymmetrical abdomen which is concealed in a scavenged empty seashell carried around by the hermit crab. Most crab species have long, spirally curved abdomens, which are soft and vulnerable with no hard protection. Now that we’ve learned …
Brine Shrimp (Artemia sp.) are a type of crustacean that can only be found in saline lakes, frequently far from the ocean. Brine Shrimp are defence-less and unable to avoid predators, thus they live in water that ranges from brackish to far too salty for most creatures to tolerate. Do …
Crickets are incredibly peaceful and calm creatures. They make funny, interesting and much-loved pets. That said, the owner can’t treat their crickets like any other pets. Crickets need to be handled gently, and many people don’t know how to pet them properly, which leads them to die early or suddenly. …
Having snails in the tank makes the tank more attractive and versatile. They enhance the aquascape and are very great and low-maintenance pets. However, snail behavior is weird. Sometimes owners see their snails floating on top of the tank, which makes them confused. Why is my snail floating? A snail …
Petting hermits is a very unique experience, not many dare to pet them. This is the reason why there is less knowledge and guidance for petting them. Which makes owners question many things about them. One of the most important topics is their environment. Do hermit crabs need a humidifier? …
Hermit crabs are decapod crustaceans that are classified under the superfamily Paguroidea. The larger part of the approximately 1,100 species are characterized by an asymmetrical abdomen that is concealed in a scavenged mollusc shell carried around by the hermit crab. Furthermore, a majority of hermit crab species have long, spirally …
If you are considering breeding mystery snails, one of the key things you may want to know is how they mate. There are also those who may want to know how mystery snails mate out of pure curiosity. In this article, you will find comprehensive information about mating in mystery …
Petting a hermit is very unique, not many people pet hermits. The limited number of people who pet hermits, don’t have enough information to pet hermits, which makes them confused. The biggest question an owner may have in regards to petting a hermit is food. Many owners often make mistakes …
Hermit crabs or Pagurians are decapod (ten-foot) crustaceans that belong to the superfamily (biology) Paguroidea. Its soft abdomen makes it extremely vulnerable. Nature has therefore not spoiled it at this level, unlike many crustaceans, it has no other solution to protect itself than to steal a shell. However, many people …
People often desire to understand whether or not praying mantises can potentially be dangerous to cats. This article answers that question fully. Are praying mantis dangerous to cats? For the most part, praying mantis are not dangerous to cats. However, if a praying mantis feels threatened by a cat, it …
One of the most frequently asked questions about spiders is as to whether they avoid humans. We explore that question comprehensively in this article. Do spiders avoid humans? The answer is yes. Spiders typically try to stay away from humans as much as they can. If kept as pets, they …
Praying mantis is an insect that is often infested with parasites. If you see a praying mantis in the wild with lack of wings or in captivity when a mantis has stunted growth, it might be that your mantis has a parasite. One type of parasite that often resides in …
Since the introduction of Chinese Mantises, many people have raised concerns due to potential competition with native mantis species. Are Chinese mantis invasive? Chinese mantises are not inherently bad. They serve as valuable predators for various garden pests. Let’s explore whether these striking insects are causing any harm to the …
Death in living creatures is inevitable. The praying mantis is popular as a pet will enter old age and die after reaching their life span of 6-13 months. But sometimes, several conditions cause mantis to die long before their lifespan, such as poor care, lack of humidity, too cold temperatures, …
Praying mantis are among the most unique-looking and interesting insects. In this article, you will find information about praying mantis pooping habits. How do praying mantis poop? Praying mantis poop through their anal openings, with the actual poop taking the form of small pellets that are dark colored. However, praying …
Finding, catching and keeping jumping spiders can be great fun. In this article, you will find information on where to go looking for jumping spiders, how to catch them and how to take care of them thereafter. You will also find info on buying jumping spiders, if that is what …
If you are thinking of taking up a praying mantis as a pet, you may want to know whether or not mantises are nocturnal. There are also those who are simply driven by curiosity in wanting to know if praying mantises are nocturnal. This article explores that subject. Are praying …
Praying mantis is one of the favorite insects to keep as a pet. Mantis are generally located in the warmer regions, often found in tropical and subtropical latitudes. Do praying mantis migrate? No, they don’t. There is no information stating that mantis migrate. If mantis live in cooler regions, they …
If you are starting to take up a praying mantis as your pet, you must understand what is needed to care for this amazing insect. What does praying mantis poop look like? The normal mantis poops will be in the form of small solid pellets. There are several conditions where …
A praying mantis is an insect with a frightening appearance but harmless to humans. It is not surprising that the praying mantis was chosen as a pet because it can be useful as a pest exterminator in the garden or as a pet in captivity. Many gardeners, farmers, and mantis …
Praying mantis is a popular insect to keep as a pet. Most praying mantis are found in tropical countries, while a few are in cooler climates. The Praying Mantis cold tolerance should be at least 60° F (16° C) and never below. Praying mantis come from tropical origins, and they …
Praying mantis are invertebrates with a versatile palette. They eat almost anything, even other mantis. Mantis can eat wildlife besides insects, such as lizards, hummingbirds, frogs, mice, and even worms. Can mantis eat mealworms? Praying mantis eat mealworms, but not mantis’ regular food in the wild. Mealworms remain on the …