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Post #901:

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Bruce with Loki πŸ™ƒπŸ™‚

πŸ—“β°οΈπŸ˜΄ My leopard geckos are kept in the basement every winter from December to February. There I can ensure the optimal temperatures so that the geckos follow their internal clock. Many animals and plants take a break in the winter. This is called dormancy.

πŸŒ‘πŸ“‰πŸ˜΄ Dormancy, from the Latin dormire (to sleep), refers to periods during which the development of organisms or biological processes slows down or temporarily halts. These periods can be triggered by external factors but are also influenced by genetic and hormonal mechanisms. Dormancy plays a vital role in helping animals and plants survive harsh environmental conditions.

β˜ƒοΈπŸ¦Ž For ectothermic animals like lizards, the cold-induced state of inactivity differs from the hibernation seen in endothermic species. To describe this distinct phenomenon, the term brumation was introduced in the 1920s.

πŸβ„οΈ Reptiles typically enter brumation in late autumn, though the exact timing varies by species. During this state, they may periodically wake to drink water but refrain from eating and return to their dormant state. Prior to brumation, reptiles often consume larger amounts of food, but as temperatures drop, their appetite diminishes, and they may stop eating altogether. However, they must continue to hydrate. Brumation can last anywhere from one to eight months, depending on factors such as ambient temperature, the reptile's size, age, and overall health. In their first year, many young reptiles do not fully enter brumation; instead, they exhibit reduced activity and eat less frequently. Like hibernation, brumation is triggered by cooler temperatures and shorter daylight hours in winter.

Topic: ➟ Geckos

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Post #820:

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Bruce checks the situation πŸ‘€ There are a lot of crickets running around... Maybe one will jump into his mouth. πŸ›ŽπŸ¦—

Species in this post: Common leopard gecko Eublepharis macularius
Topic: ➟ Geckos

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Post #809:

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We are cuddle buddies πŸ₯°

Species in this post: Domestic cat Felis catus Human Homo sapiens
Topic: ➟ Selfies

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Post #804:

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Should I stay at home or go to a rave? We all know the feeling when a certain position feels just right. Bruce, in keeping with the natural nature of leopard geckos, probably just happened to get into this exact position and stayed like that for a few minutes. If you see your animals doing things like this frequently, you should be careful. It could indicate weakness, for example due to illness. But Bruce is in great shape and probably just appreciated the relaxed moment. The photo is a few months old and shows him shortly after moving into the newly furnished terrarium.

Species in this post: Common leopard gecko Eublepharis macularius
Topic: ➟ Geckos

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Post #788:

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When two have found each other πŸ’•

Species in this post: Common leopard gecko Eublepharis macularius
Topic: ➟ Geckos

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Post #785:

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Loki is exploring the unknown. I refurbished the terrarium this year, using the old terrarium background. It's a new world! ✨️

Species in this post: Common leopard gecko Eublepharis macularius
Topic: ➟ Geckos

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Post #658:

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European garden spider,
Araneus diadematus
(09/2016 in Oberursel, Germany)

Species in this post: European garden spider Araneus diadematus
Topic: ➟ Spiders

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Post #621:

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European hornet (Vespa crabro)

It's covered in dust.

Species in this post: European hornet Vespa crabro Human Homo sapiens
Topic: ➟ Insects

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Post #617:

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Female Jamaican field cricket (Gryllus assimilis). This one has just reached sexual maturity. After its moult, the insect first has to harden and take on color. The long sting is called ovipositor and is used to lay eggs in the ground. But that will never happen, because crickets taste best that tender to my geckos.πŸ˜‹

Species in this post: Jamaican field cricket Gryllus assimilis Human Homo sapiens
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Post #614:

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Warning! Not suitable for imitation! Even slightly poisonous animals can be fatal and any animal can behave unexpectedly at any time.

I've had a persistent fascination for getting bees, wasps and spiders on my fingers since early childhood. I've always wondered why everyone panics when an animal like that is around. Panic isn't necessary. Only respect and prudence. I've never been stung or bitten, apart from a few accidents, when I stepped on or reached into it unnoticed. Still, I wouldn't dare to pick up my Chilean rose tarantula (Grammostola rosea). I don't think that's even possible without stressing both of us.

With my deeply relaxed Vietnam forest scorpion (Heterometrus laoticus) I had the impression that it was easily possible and I couldn't resist giving it a one-time try. The species is known for its peacefulness. He crawled onto the hand by himself and behaved relatively calmly. Scorpions always observe their surroundings very closely with all their senses and sometimes react to it in a startled way. He moves backwards away from the potential danger and can easily fall off the hand.

Scorpion stings are described as extremely painful. It's considered to be one of the most painful poisons in the world. The reason for this are special acids it contains. A good first remedy for the pain is said to be strong chewing tobacco that is applied to the area. According to scorpion researcher Martin Handjaba, who handles many different species, he and his colleagues have been stung many times. With the first sting, usually no poison is injected. Young scorpions like to shoot a full load straight away and every animal is different! You shouldn't try to figure out. They feel most comfortable in a natural or nature-like environment anyway.

Species in this post: Vietnam forest scorpion Heterometrus laoticus Human Homo sapiens

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