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I wonder how hard it would be to set up a large biome like a green house that simulates an area similar to the amazon all year. That'd be an awesome project.
look up on google "biodome 2" its in my back yard basically and its does just that.
I wonder how hard it would be to set up a large biome like a green house that simulates an area similar to the amazon all year. That'd be an awesome project.
It's very expensive but doable. The Central Virginia Parrot Sanctuary has set up a large quonset shape habitat for rescued african grey parrots. Half of it is enclosed with heat and ac. The other half is stainless mesh aviary. The entire thing inside and out is dirt floor with natural trees and plants growing. They have also recently installed a beautiful waterfall and stream. If I remember the dimensions are somewhere around 20' wide by 100' long and 12 high. I was lucky and was invited to attend the open house a couple of years ago. Very overwhelming. Here are some pics I took during the open house.
I think that so long as you know there are no pesticides or fertilizers on your lawn, weather is warm and you are able to pay close attention and control them then the natural sunshine is good for them.
My 40 acre lot has been in my family for 3 generations now, The only fertilizer we have ever used is manure, and I don't allow pesticides, neither did my parents or grandparents...
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I vote allow it, but obviously you have to be aware of any dangers- weather, pesticides, predators, exposure to neighbors who may be nosy/intolerant, convenient escape opportunities, etc. If you're smart about it, it is a good photo op and stimulation for the herp.
My 40 acre lot has been in my family for 3 generations now, The only fertilizer we have ever used is manure, and I don't allow pesticides, neither did my parents or grandparents...
Wayne I'm really jealous, your land looks incredible very tranquil. You're in upstate NY aren't you? Beautiful area. I lived on a farm in Maine many years ago and loved just taking off and hiking through the virgin woods behind the farm. We are really lucky in my neighborhood. The entire county is sprayed for mosquitoes by truck. We live on a lake within 100 yards of a school so we are in a red zone. No spray! My yard and trees are pesticide free and we don't use fertilizers. I like to be able to cut the branches for the birds.
I wonder how hard it would be to set up a large biome like a green house that simulates an area similar to the amazon all year. That'd be an awesome project.
It takes a lot of planning and a lot more money, but it can be done, and if done right, it is absolutely amazing. I would know, I do volunteer work in one.
Those are just some old pics off Google. I'll see about getting some current ones soon, it's come a long way.
It takes a lot of planning and a lot more money, but it can be done, and if done right, it is absolutely amazing. I would know, I do volunteer work in one.
Those are just some old pics off Google. I'll see about getting some current ones soon, it's come a long way.
It is much easier down here on the coast though, since we have pretty much 9mnth long summers, and its not uncommon to see 100% humidity.
Ive thought of doing this before, maybe Ill make it a summer project!
I take mine out when the weather is good and that includes humidity. I have a back yard with a privacy fence so I don't have to worry people seeing them. I usually take them out when my son is cleaning their tubs. It gives them a chance to explore a new area and get some natural heat and sun. I try to take pics when they're out as well. But sometimes I get so caught up in watching them I forget to take pictures lol
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That's about what we have also, lots of frogs and toads. We also get a ton of bats. Even though they were suppose to be really bad this year we didn't have much of a problem. They really didn't come out until after the sun went down.
It takes a lot of planning and a lot more money, but it can be done, and if done right, it is absolutely amazing. I would know, I do volunteer work in one.
Those are just some old pics off Google. I'll see about getting some current ones soon, it's come a long way.
Considering the palm trees outside of the structure I would assume it isn't to difficult to maintain the temps and humidity in there. I would love to see that here.
We have a butterfly sanctuary near us that is a living jungle inside and very well done. We go there once in a while during the winter.
That's about what we have also, lots of frogs and toads. We also get a ton of bats. Even though they were suppose to be really bad this year we didn't have much of a problem. They really didn't come out until after the sun went down.
Bats are awesome.
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Anyway, I voted 'allow'. I take mine out for photography purposes, or sometimes for some exploring, but they are always within a few feet of me and under strict supervision. All depends on the weather, but usually our summers have several days in the high 80's, low 90's. If I had, say, a Corn or Garter I would not put them on the ground, they move wayyy too fast! Not sure how fast a BP could move if it wanted to...
Considering the palm trees outside of the structure I would assume it isn't to difficult to maintain the temps and humidity in there. I would love to see that here.
We have a butterfly sanctuary near us that is a living jungle inside and very well done. We go there once in a while during the winter.
In the summer, it's hard to keep the top level from overheating.. During the winter it's still nice and warm on sunny days.
They are! With so much woodlands and wetlands on your property you must have quite a few flying about in the summer.
I love bats, can't find a cuter little face than flying foxes and other fruit bats. Some of the brown bats are pretty cute too.
To keep them as a pet you would need to have the rabies vaccine and then have the titers checked yearly. The vaccine doesn't always take and you don't know how long it will last for you. When I had my titer taken after a year it was 0, others I know are still going strong after 10 years. I think the gov is too fearful of people not following through with the vaccines and having an increase in rabies cases in people.
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