LPS Coral

Tuesday, July 06, 2010

Large polyp stony coral is a broad group of corals that have a hard skeleton with large, fleshy polyps. Often, the polyps can become so large that the hard skeleton cannot be seen.  This group ...
Contributed by Sean | Comments (0) | Categories Marine Aquatics

Pet Profile: Chinchillas

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

A chinchilla is a great pet and friend. They love attention, their fur is indescribably soft and they are very entertaining. Unlike most other animals they don’t have dander which is a concern for allergy ...
Contributed by Terri | Comments (0) | Categories Small Animals

Pet Profile: South American Cichlids

Monday, June 14, 2010

There are over 300 different species of South American cichlids; you can commonly find many of them at our store.  Around ¾ of these cichlids are found in the Amazon River basin in nature.  They ...
Contributed by Mike | Comments (0) | Categories Freshwater Aquatics

Pet Profile: Guinea Pigs

Friday, May 21, 2010

Guinea pigs are one of the most beloved small animals that we carry at Appalachian Tails.  They are adorable, easy to care for, with comical personalities.  Kids that come in our store can’t resist watching ...
Contributed by Kelly | Comments (0) | Categories Small Animals

Pet Profile: Red Tail Boa

Friday, May 21, 2010

The Red Tail Boa (Boa constrictor imperator) will usually get 7-8 feet long, with the potential to get up to 10 feet long. When full grown this snake will weigh 50 or more ...
Contributed by Sean | Comments (0) | Categories Reptiles & Amphibians

Pet Profile: Crested Geckos

Friday, May 21, 2010

Species Name:   Rhacodactylus ciliates Life Span: The life span of crested geckos in captivity is unknown because they have only been in captivity since 1995.  In the wild they can live up to 20 years.  ...
Contributed by Sam | Comments (0) | Categories Reptiles & Amphibians

Fish Profile: Algae Blenny

Thursday, May 20, 2010

The algae blenny (Salarias fasciatus) has many common names.   We usually refer to them as Lawnmower blennies in the store...but you may also hear them referred to as Jeweled blenny or Banded blenny.  ...
Contributed by Mike | Comments (0) | Categories Marine Aquatics

Pet Profile: Mountain Horned Dragon!

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Origin – Asian forests Longevity – Around 10 years with proper care. Size – 12 inches, head to tail Temperament – Docile, well tempered. Will extend             dewlap and may hiss when angry or out ...
Contributed by Andrew | Comments (0) | Categories Reptiles & Amphibians

Cat Tip: Scratching Posts

Monday, May 17, 2010

Cats and kittens LOVE to scratch!  It's part of their nature.  Oftentimes, we have customers in our store ask, "How do I get my cat to stop scratching?"  My response is always the same. You ...
Contributed by Bryan | Comments (0) | Categories Cat

Pet Profile: Rats!

Monday, May 17, 2010

Rats make enjoyable pets for many people. Rats are friendly, curious, social and intelligent creatures. They are also very fastidious and will often choose one particular spot in its cage for going to the bathroom....
Contributed by Jon-Ann | Comments (0) | Categories Small Animals
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