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Fat-tail fact

Fat-tails drink from a shallow dish

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Provide fresh water at all times, and change it whenever it gets dirty..

Provide fresh water at all times, and change it whenever it gets dirty.

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Related facts

  • Fat-tails do not need vegetables or fruit
  • Tap water is usually fine
  • Juveniles benefit from a more varied diet
  • Insect water gel is a useful moisture source
  • Females that are producing eggs need more food and calcium
  • A protein-heavy diet without calcium causes problems

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