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.
Hedgehog Care Guide: Cage Setup, Diet, and More
Pet Aquatic Turtle Care Guide: Lifespan, Tank Setup, Food, and More
Red-Eyed Tree Frog Care Guide, Facts & Habitat
How Long Do Leopard Geckos Live & Care Tips to Extend Their Lifespan
Silas's INKBIRD Toolkit
Explore Silas’s field-tested toolkit for stable habitat builds.









