Other Exotic Pets

The desert tree frog is a small amphibian native to New Guinea and Australia. It is also known as the "little red tree frog" and falls prey to a great many predators.

Sea urchins are sea creatures often found in the Pacific Coast of the United States. Sea urchins have adapted throughout history to survive in many ocean habitats. They primarily eat seaweed and...

Zebras are mammals that live in close-knit herds led by a stallion. Their distinctive appearance makes them one of the most easily recognized animals in the world. The life of a zebra is a life...

The Glasswing butterfly, or species name Greta oto, thrives only in Central America. Its distribution ranges from the country of Panama up into parts of Mexico. They are common butterflies but...

Because of its pink color and long legs, a flamingo is a well-known bird to many people. People like them so much they even buy plastic ones and put them in their yards. But the flamingo, of which...

Pikas might look like a hamster or large rodent, but they are in fact related to rabbits and hares. There are approximately 20 different species of pikas, all but two found in Europe and Asia....

Koala bears use their sharp teeth as a defense mechanism against predators of all size. As herbivores, the teeth of a koala bear have evolved to be able to shred the leaves that make up their...

Flamingos are a species of bird known for their bright pink coloring, which can be attributed to the carotene derived from their crustacean- and mollusk-rich diets. Due in large part to their...

Bats are beautiful and mysterious and many people wonder about keeping them as pets as an exotic addition to any house. However, due to their wild nature, most bats kept in captivity live less...

Make a base on a bat house to keep out predators with these directions and plans. Learn how to build a bat house base in this free bat conservation video.

Build a bat house with a good roof and solid base to protect roosting bats from predators. Learn how to build a bat house protected from predators in this free bat conservation video.

Exotic animals are popular to have as pets, but it takes extra effort on the part of the owner to accommodate the special needs of these pets. Peacocks are no different. The wonder and beauty of...

Australia boasts some of the oddest animals in the world and is famous for its marsupial population, including the bandicoot. There are now only 15 surviving species, but they are bound by some...