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Posted on May 7, 2010 - by admin

Enchanting Green Tree Frogs As Pets

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Green tree frogs  are one of the most popular pet frogs.

These are just fantastic and enchanting-looking creatures. With there harmless nature and distinct characteristics, there’s no doubt many people are having them as pets. Although they are a least concern for extinction, these major amphibians deserve proper care and attention for reproduction and preservation.

Characteristics and Behavior

Like other tree frogs, the Green Tree Frog (also known as Australian Green Tree Frog, White’s Tree Frog, or Dumpy Tree Frog) has toe discs on the tips of its toes and fingers. The fingers and toes have large expanded discs on the ends and the toes are fully webbed. A pair of large partoid glands extend back from the eye on to the shoulders. Their thighs varies from yellow to maroon and the eye is a pale gold.

Their skin is smooth and is bright green to a dull gark olive green in color on top and the underside colour can vary from white through to brownish white or pinkish. They normally have a series of white spots from the corner of their mouth to the base of their forearm. (more…)

Posted on May 6, 2010 - by admin

The Australian Brown Snakes

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Australian Serpents: The Brown Snakes Chapter

Australia’s unique topography and varied seasons makes it a  haven to some of the world’s most fascinating creatures, snakes in particular. These slithering reptiles are often a subject of fear and misconception. To others, snakes come as a fascinating creature, full of mystery and secrets waiting to be uncovered. Australia hosts hundreds of snake species, and today this article will focus on the Brown Snakes, which demands respect and caution when encountered.

Australian Brown Snakes 1: Eastern Brown Snake

Brown snakes have a nature of being easily alarmed, and may strike when approached or threatened. Half of its bite contain venom, and minimal effects are determined at the spot where its fangs have sunk. One of the brown snake’s venom effects is sudden, early collapse of the victim. Other clinical signs include abdominal pain, breathing and swallowing difficulty, convulsions, ptosis, hemolysis, hypotension from depression of myocardial contractility, renal failure.

The Eastern Brown Snake is the most toxic member of the genus and second of the most toxic land snake in the world (The Inland Taipan sits in the first place, and also found in Australia). (more…)

Posted on May 5, 2010 - by admin

Fatal Four

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Australia’s Deadliest Snakes

Apart from its fantastic beaches, the world famous Sydney Opera House, and surfing sites, Australia is also famous for nesting deadly animals, venomous snakes in particular. While most people flinch upon the mention of these exotic creatures, others have gone to full extent of studying their nature and their contribution to Australia’s diverse ecosystem. This fearless research has led to the discovery of four of Australia’s deadliest snakes. (more…)

Posted on May 4, 2010 - by admin

Australian Venomous Snake

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Snake Identification

Did you know that 20 of the 25 most venomous snakes in the world are found in Australia?

Australia is the only continent where venomous snakes (70%) outnumber non-venomous ones. Australia’s deadliest snakes are the brown snakes (responsible for around 60% of deaths caused by snakebite) and the venomous land snake on Earth (tested on mice) is the Inland Taipan found in arid regions of central Australia.

Snake Identification 101

According to Tropical Topics newsletter produced by Stella Martin at the Queensland Environmental Protection Agency, there are six main snake families in Australia–elapids (venomous snakes, the largest group), colubrids ( mostly ‘harmless’ snakes) pythons, blindsnakes, file snakes and sea snakes. (more…)

Posted on February 1, 2009 - by admin

Caitie was just Delighted

Just wanted to write and say thank you for providing such a fabulous service. Caitie was just delighted. Your animals are beautiful and obviously well cared for.

The balance of fun and education was perfect, game time was great for preparing the food. Everyone was very impressed, the children were very excited and yet, completely attentive. As were all the adults!

Thanks again,

Ruth

Posted on December 2, 2008 - by admin

It was a Great Way to Celebrate a Birthday

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I would like to thank everyone at Cool Companions, and especially James, who attended our party on the 15th November. Very professional service, and all the kids had an absolutely fantastic time. Everybody loved their loot bags, and people are still talking about the party. It was a great way to celebrate a birthday, which also happened to coincide with Steve Irwin day.

James did a fantastic job, and kept the kids engaged for the full time. No mean feat with more than 20 kids there!! A huge thank you to James for his efforts. Very entertaining, even standing on the sidelines.

You certainly provided excellent birthday entertainment, and we would certainly be very happy to recommend your services. Keep up the good work.

Yours sincerely

David, Jacqui, Jessica and Blake Dobbie

Posted on September 13, 2008 - by admin

Declan’s 6th Birthday Party

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I just wanted to say a really big thank you for your services today.  I am sorry I have forgotten his name, but the gentleman that came today did a fantastic job.

He was great with the kids, his knowledge of the animals was impeccable and was very professional.  A lot of the parents commented on how wonderful it was.  And Snappy Tom was all the kids favourite.

You certainly made Declan’s day, and I am sure he is going to be the talk of the school on Monday.

I have attached some photos that we thought you might like.

Thank you once again, and I will be recommending your services to all my family and friends.

Best Regards
Karen Flynn

PS, I think my mum is now over her fear of slimey creatures…….

Posted on August 24, 2008 - by admin

Keeping Twelve 5-6 year olds spellbound

Just wanted to say thanks for the efforts of James today. He was professional yet friendly. He performed an amazing feat, too – he kept 12  5-6 year olds spellbound for 1.5 hours and didn’t need raise his voice.

I have transferred the balance due as per receipt below.

Thank you again.

Liesl Turley

Posted on August 23, 2008 - by admin

Charlie’s Birthday

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Just thought I would let you know how impressed we were with your company.  The young man was great and had both young and old enthalled!

Thought you might like to see some photos (not sure if you ever get any feedback?)

Thanks again,
Adele, Gary & Charlie Wallis

Posted on June 15, 2008 - by admin

Completely Captivated

I just wanted to let you know that the Roberts family thought that Jamie and his reptile gang were the coolest party guests ever.

Jamie had the 21 – 6 to 9 year old party kids (and the slightly older mums and dads!) completely captivated for the duration of the party.

There was plenty of debate regarding the favourite reptile and in the end Sydney? the Python won!

Thank you for making Mum and Dad’s life easy and providing the kids with fantastic memories of their birthday party.

I have been asked by several other parents for your contact details which I have happily provided.

Thank you

Melissa Crossley