About Silas Thorne

Silas Thorne is a freelancer at INKBIRD specializing in aquatic and reptile habitats. He creates in-depth care sheets and enclosure guides, drawing on over 12 years of practical experience with everything from tiny shrimp tanks to complex bioactive python setups. He combines his deep knowledge of species with INKBIRD's smart devices to improve animal welfare and provide convenience for keepers. Outside of his writing, Silas also operates an aquarium store in Georgia.

Silas's Blogs

Dive into Silas’s actionable care sheets for popular fish/reptile species and tutorials for their enclosure setups.

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January 30, 2026

Hedgehog Care Guide: Cage Setup, Diet, and More

Thinking of bringing home a hedgehog? Getting their world right - from a warm, spacious cage to a proper insect-and-kibble diet. This hedgehog care guide will cover everything about their...

December 10, 2025

Pet Aquatic Turtle Care Guide: Lifespan, Tank Setup, Food, and More

Keeping a pet aquatic turtle? Get it right from the start. This guide cuts through the confusion on tank setup, UVB lighting, diet, health, and more, helping you build a...

October 23, 2025

Red-Eyed Tree Frog Care Guide, Facts & Habitat

The red-eyed tree frog has emerald green skin, blue legs and flanks, orange toes, and ruby-red eyes, and looks like something only straight out of a cartoon, but it’s very...

How Long Do Leopard Geckos Live? Tips to Extend Leopard Gecko Lifespan - INKBIRD

August 14, 2025

How Long Do Leopard Geckos Live & Care Tips to Extend Their Lifespan

Leopard geckos may be small, but they can live quite a long time. However, if they aren't taken care of well, they might face health problems. In this care guide,...