Beautiful but deadly, the chemical responsible for the tiny phosphorescence of fireflies (genus Photinus) is responsible for reptile deaths every year. Bearded dragons are the most frequently reported victim although tree frogs may be a close second. It is thought that the lucibufagins responsible for the illumination are cardiotoxins, similar to the toxicity found in…
Chinchillas are avid chewers who enjoy putting anything and everything in their mouths. Just like Golden Retriever and Labrador puppies this makes them highly susceptible to many different toxicities. When providing bedding for a cage, care should be taken in deciding which materials to use. Products that clump or expand should never be used in…
