Books by Ben Team

sulcata tortoiseSulcata Tortoise Pet Owners Guide. The Captive Care of Sulcata Tortoises. Sulcata Tortoise care, behavior, enclosures, feeding, health, costs, myths and interaction.Most large tortoises are popular with turtle enthusiasts, but Sulcatas are undoubtedly the most beloved of all. Given their impressive size, gentle personalities and attractive markings, this should not be surprising. Unfortunately, many people acquire sulcatas without first learning about their needs, which often leads to frustrated keepers and neglected tortoises. As when caring for any animal as a pet, keepers must learn as much as possible about the biology, behavior and ecology of the species, in order to provide them the highest quality of life possible. Begin that journey inside, by learning about sulcatas, their place in the world and how to provide them with an artificial habitat that meets their needs. The author, Ben Team, is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the natural world. When not writing about plants, animals and habitats, Ben enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife. Covered in this book:- Acquiring- Anatomy- Behavior- Biology- Breeding- Captive considerations- Daily care- Description- Diet- Ecology- Enclosure- Environment- Health- Husbandry- Interacting- Internal Anatomy- Lighting- Maintenance- Monitoring- Myths and Misunderstandings- Phylogeny- Taxonomy- The ideal environment- Water and Humidity- What you'll need.... and much more

bearded dragonBearded Dragon Care. Bearded Dragon Pet Owners Guide. Bearded Dragon care, behavior, diet, interacting, costs and health. Bearded dragon.As the reptile-keeping hobby has grown, keepers and breeders have sought species that thrive best in the captive habitat. Bearded Dragons are one of the best examples of this. Beautiful, tame and interesting, bearded dragons certainly draw a considerable amount of interest from reptile enthusiasts, but it is their moderate size, hardy nature and generalist feeding habits that make them so well-suited for captivity. However, bearded dragons do require habitats and husbandry regimens that satisfy their needs. Accordingly, it is imperative that would-be bearded dragon keepers learn as much as possible about these remarkable lizards, to ensure their pet enjoys the highest quality of life possible. The author, Ben Team, is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the natural world. When not writing about plants, animals and habitats, Ben enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife. Covered in this book:- Acquiring- Anatomy- Behavior- Biology- Breeding- Captive considerations- Daily care- Description- Diet- Ecology- Enclosure- Health- Husbandry- Interacting- Lighting- Maintenance- Monitoring- Myths and Misunderstandings- Taxonomy- The ideal environment.... and much more

green tree pythons Green Tree Pythons As Pets. Green Tree Python Comprehensive Owner's Guide. Green Tree Pythons care, behavior, enclosures, feeding, health, myths and interaction all included.Green tree pythons are simply amazing animals. Wildly popular among snake enthusiasts, these beautiful animals are truly unique. Starring at one of these emerald green snakes transports the observer to a faraway and unfamiliar place, where these snakes have lived for millions of years - the rainforests of New Guinea and Australia. Green tree pythons have adapted to their rainforest habitat in a variety of fascinating and puzzling ways. They blend seamlessly with the green canopy as adults, yet they start life as bright yellow or red babies. They are incredibly athletic snakes, but they remain motionless while hunting. They are completely at ease in the trees, although the mothers venture to the ground to deposit their eggs. These nuanced adaptations that have allowed green tree pythons to survive in the wild, and they have made them popular among snake keepers as well. Unfortunately, it took several decades of effort to devise the basic husbandry protocol for green tree pythons; but, thanks to the work of countless zookeepers, breeders and hobbyists, green tree pythons are now relatively well understood and widely available to snake enthusiasts. While they are not an ideal species for first time snake keepers, those who have already kept a few pet snakes are likely to succeed with these beautiful serpents and be forever changed by them.About the authors:Marvin Murkett is an experienced writer and a true animal lover. He has been keeping reptiles and amphibians for over 30 years. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home.Ben Team is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben has kept and bred reptiles for his entire adult life. He is an International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist, and he is state-licensed to perform nuisance wildlife removal. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the flora, fauna and habitats of Metro Atlanta. Topics covered in this book:- Anatomy- Myths- Biology- Behavior- Taxonomy- Costs- Acquiring a Boa- Enclosures- Heating- Lighting- Temperature- Maintenance- Feeding- Hydration- Interaction- Health Problems- Breeding----- and much more

tegus petsTegus. Tegus as Pets. Tegus care, behavior, diet, interacting, costs and health.Tegus are interesting and hardy lizards that make great pets for those seeking a lizard that usually tolerates a moderate amount of handling. Most tegus become quite tame over time, and they display a number of unique behaviors that are fascinating to observe in person. Additionally, tegus have one of the broadest diets of any commonly kept lizard, which not only makes them easy to feed, but entertaining too.But while tegus are relatively easy to maintain in captivity, keepers must still learn all they can about the biology, behavior and natural history of these lizards to have a good chance at successful maintenance.Inside, you will find information about these animals, as well as the basic techniques keepers use to keep their tegus healthy and happy. The author, Ben Team, is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the natural world. When not writing about plants, animals and habitats, Ben enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife.Covered in this book:- Acquiring- Anatomy- Behavior- Biology- Breeding- Captive Considerations- Daily Care- Description- Diet- Ecology- Enclosure- Health- Husbandry- Interaction- Lighting- Maintenance- Monitoring- Myths and Misunderstandings- Taxonomy- The ideal environment.... and much more

box turtleBox Turtle Pet Owners Guide. The Captive Care of Box Turtles. Including Box Turtles Biology, Behavior and more.Few turtles are better known in North America than the charming and widespread box turtle. While they are frequently seen walking through forests and crossing neighborhood roads after summer showers, they are also among the most popular pet turtle species in the world.Unfortunately, many people acquire box turtles without first learning about their needs, which often leads to frustrated keepers and rejected reptiles. As when caring for any animal as a pet, keepers must learn as much as possible about the biology, behavior and ecology of the species, in order to provide them the highest quality of life possible. Inside, you will find the information necessary to get started on your box turtle adventure. Among other things, you will learn about box turtles and the techniques and supplies necessary to create an artificial habitat that will meet their needs. The author, Ben Team, is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the natural world. When not writing about plants, animals and habitats, Ben enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife. Covered in this book:- Description- Anatomy- Internal Anatomy- Biology- Behavior- Taxonomy- Phylogeny- The ideal environment- Ecology- Captive considerations- Myths and Misunderstandings- Husbandry- Enclosure- Lighting- Diet- Daily care- Monitoring- Maintenance- Acquiring- Interacting- Health- Breeding.... and much more

Shiny, smooth and beautiful; it is easy to see why king snakes are so popular among reptile enthusiasts. While most make wonderful pets, it is important to understand the basic biology and ecology of king snakes in order to maintain them successfully. Inside, you will find information about the natural history, taxonomy, behavior and captive care of the genus Lampropeltis. Additionally, some of the most popular species and subspecies are covered in depth, providing a broad overview of this incredible group of snakes. All these topics are covered in this book:¿ Anatomy¿ Basic Biology¿ Range and Habitat¿ Ecology¿ King snakes as pets¿ Maintenance¿ Feeding¿ Water and Humidity¿ Cages, Furniture and Decorations¿ Substrates¿ Heating¿ Lighting¿ Handling and Transport¿ Veterinary Care¿ Health...... and moreAbout the authors:Marvin Murkett is an experienced writer and a true animal lover. He has been keeping reptiles and amphibians for over 30 years. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home.Ben Team is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the flora, fauna and habitats of Metro Atlanta.

rainbow boaRainbow Boa. Rainbow Boas as Pets. Rainbow boa, biology, behavior, husbandry, daily care, enclosures, costs, diet, interaction and health.Named for the rainbow-like sheen cast by their scales, rainbow boas (Epicrates spp.) are among the most beautiful snakes in the world. In fact, because they are aesthetically appealing, possess calm personalities and remain smaller than many gigantic constrictors, rainbow boas have become some of the most popular snakes in the world. This popularity has led many keepers to breed rainbow boas, thereby making it easy for enthusiasts to work with these snakes. Whereas snake hobbyists in the past only had access to imported, wild-caught individuals, who were irritable and riddled with parasites, modern keepers can choose from the scads of captive bred rainbow boas produced each year. However, like all other snake species, keepers must educate themselves about their new pet to have a good chance at success. Keepers that fail to do so rarely keep their new pet healthy for very long. Begin this educational journey inside, by learning about the natural history, taxonomy, behavior, biology, captive care and breeding habits of rainbow boas. The author, Ben Team, is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the natural world. When not writing about plants, animals and habitats, Ben enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife. Covered in this book:- Description- Anatomy- Internal Anatomy- Biology- Behavior- Taxonomy- Phylogeny- The ideal environment- Ecology- Captive considerations- Myths and Misunderstandings- Husbandry- Enclosure- Lighting- Diet- Daily care- Monitoring- Maintenance- Acquiring- Interacting- Health- Breeding.... and much more

anolesAnoles. Anoles as Pets. Anoles care, behavior, diet, interacting, costs and health.Anoles (Anolis spp.) are attractive, interesting lizards that make great pets for both novice and advanced keepers alike. Many become quite tame over time, and most are small enough that it is easy to provide them with spacious, visually appealing habitats, in which they'll display a number of unique behaviors as they go about their daily lives. Additionally, most anoles are quite affordable, which makes them an ideal choice for those who are interesting in trying their hand at reptile husbandry, without making a huge financial investment.But while they are relatively easy animals to care for, keepers must still learn all they can about the biology, behavior and natural history of anoles to have a good chance at successful maintenance. Inside, you will find information about these subjects, as well as the basic techniques keepers use to keep their anoles healthy and happy. The author, Ben Team, is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the natural world. When not writing about plants, animals and habitats, Ben enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife.Covered in this book:- Acquiring- Anatomy- Behavior- Biology- Breeding- Captive Considerations- Daily Care- Description- Diet- Ecology- Enclosure- Health- Husbandry- Interaction- Lighting- Maintenance- Monitoring- Myths and Misunderstandings- Taxonomy- The ideal environment.... and much more

Given their unique body plans, independently mobile eyes and unthinkably long tongues, it should be no surprise that chameleons are some of the most popular lizards among reptile enthusiasts. Throw in their ability to change colors in spectacular fashion, and these lizards rise to nearly mythological levels. But this unusual biology means that these lizards require rather specific husbandry, and they are generally not suitable for beginners. Nevertheless, those with a bit of lizard keeping experience are likely to find that panther chameleons are well worth the additional effort they require. While panther chameleon husbandry can be challenging, success is likely if you are sufficiently dedicated and educate yourself about the animals. After learning about the biology, natural history and native habitats of panther chameleons, you will be better prepared to provide your pet with a suitable home, in which he can live a long, healthy life. The author, Ben Team, is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the natural world. When not writing about plants, animals and habitats, Ben enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife. Covered in this book:- Description- Anatomy- Internal Anatomy- Biology- Behavior- Taxonomy- Phylogeny- The ideal environment- Ecology- Captive considerations- Myths and Misunderstandings- Husbandry- Enclosure- Lighting- Diet- Daily care- Monitoring- Maintenance- Acquiring- Interacting- Health- Breeding.... and much more

carpet pythonCarpet Python. Carpet Pythons As Pets. Carpet Python daily care, pro's and cons, cages, costs, diet, biology and health.In many ways, carpet pythons are one of the finest snakes a reptile-enthusiast could desire. They offer a unique combination of traits, aesthetics and tendencies, which make them wonderful pets for those with the necessary dedication and resources to provide them with a high quality of life. However, like all other snake species, keepers must educate themselves before acquiring their new pet. Keepers that fail to do so rarely keep their new pet healthy for very long. Begin this educational journey inside, by learning about the natural history, taxonomy, behavior, biology, captive care and breeding habits of carpet pythons. You may find yourself irresistibly drawn to Carpet pythons, in which case you must learn, so you can provide a suitable habitat for these amazing pythons. Covered in this book:- Acquiring- Anatomy- Behavior- Biology- Breeding- Captive considerations- Daily care- Description- Diet- Ecology- Enclosure- Health- Husbandry- Interacting- Internal Anatomy- Lighting- Maintenance- Monitoring- Myths and Misunderstandings- Phylogeny- Taxonomy- The ideal environment.... and much moreAbout the Author:The author, Ben Team, is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the natural world. When not writing about plants, animals and habitats, Ben enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife.

burmese pythonBurmese Python as Pets. Burmese Python Comprehensive Owner's Guide. Burmese Python Care, Behavior, Enclosures, Feeding, Health, Costs, Myths and more.Burmese pythons are fascinating snakes that reach enormous sizes. While not suitable pets for everyone, dedicated and experienced keepers often find these constrictors to be fantastic captives. Despite their large and intimidating size, Burmese pythons are usually docile pets that may live in your care for decades. Because these are such impressive snakes, they draw a great deal of attention - both good and bad. Inside, you can go beyond the headlines and learn about these massive snakes, their lifestyle and captive care. You may find yourself irresistibly drawn to Burmese pythons, in which case you must learn about their biology, anatomy and ecology, so you can provide a suitable habitat for these amazing serpents. Covered in this book:- Anatomy- Biology- Behavior- Reproduction- Habitat- Costs- Myths- Acquisition- Enclosure- Temperature- Heating- Lighting- Maintenance & Cleaning- Record keeping- Feeding- Hydration- Interacting- Health- Color Variations- BreedingAbout the Authors:Marvin Murkett is an experienced writer and a true animal lover. He has been keeping reptiles and amphibians for over 30 years. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home.Ben Team is an environmental educator and author with over 16 years of professional reptile-keeping experience. Ben currently maintains www.FootstepsInTheForest.com, where he shares information, narration and observations of the flora, fauna and habitats of Metro Atlanta.

Hermann's Tortoise Owner's Guide is an all-encompassing manual by the renowned author, Ben Team. Published in 2017 by Pesa Publishing, this book is a must-have for all Hermann's Tortoise enthusiasts. It delves into the nitty-gritty of Hermann's Tortoise care, providing detailed information on their diet, costs, health, behavior, and interaction. This guide is not just about the basics; it explores every aspect of owning a Hermann's Tortoise, making it an invaluable resource for both new and experienced owners. Ben Team's comprehensive approach to the topic, combined with his engaging writing style, makes this book not only informative but also incredibly enjoyable to read. The book is written in English.