Pet Reptiles

Mealworms are the larval stage of the darkling beetle and are a popular feeder insect for many different reptile pets. Many people choose to keep and breed their own mealworms instead of...

Any reptile owner knows that cages and tanks can get very messy. With fecal matter, food particles, mold and even flakes of dead skin often littering the cage, they can become breeding grounds for...

My article is to show how you can make an affordable place to keep your feeder crickets. This will help keep your crickets alive for a long time, so you can buy them by the thousands.

Reptiles are popular pets for those looking for something other than the run-of-the-mill cats, dogs or fish. Because of their delicate nature, being exothermic and often finicky eaters, they also...

Meal worms are beetle larvae and are used to feed a variety of animals including reptiles, birds, aquarium fish and amphibians. These golden-brown worms can also be used as fish bait, especially...

Using the right shipping supplies will make all the difference in properly shipping out your live reptile. It is very important to use an insulated shipping box in either hot or cold weather to...

Pet salamanders are some of the easiest pets to take care of, and are great starter pets for children. One of the first things you have to think about when buying a pet salamander is where you’re...

Reptiles are immensely popular in the exotic pet trade, and many owners take great liberties in decorating their enclosures to represent the beauty of their natural habitats. Nothing can emulate...

Every pet owner wants to be able to share pictures of their pets with friends and family, bearded dragon owners are no different. These tips will help you to snap stunning photos of your bearded...

Raising turtles and tortoises is a hobby enjoyed by many reptile enthusiasts. One of the best ways to ensure a good clutch of hatchlings is to place harvested eggs in an incubator. However,...

This is rather simple and these snakes are gorgeous. A completely white patternless snake with blue eyes. These beauties are a lovely addition for anyones collection. For snake breeders...

As the destruction of the ecosystem continues and the size of habitats decrease, more and more lives of animals are put at risk, especially reptiles and amphibians. ScienceDaily.com says that...

If you own a lizard, frog, tarantula or any other cricket-eating critter, you may spend a lot of your time driving to the pet store to purchase a fresh supply of food. Crickets, just like every...

Snakes shed their skin as part of their normal growing process. Captive snakes may have a problem shedding and if left unassisted, the old skin can cause permanent damage and even death to the...

Cleaning a rats' cage is very important to its health and well-being. While this task is not fun, it is important and not hard to accomplish. Your rats will thank you.

Owning a pet snake may not be as crazy as it sounds. If you suffer from bird, cat or dog allergies your choices may be down to reptiles or fish. Snakes are often a low-maintenance pet that can...

Choosing a Leopard Gecko can be fun, exciting and can teach you or someone else how to care for a moderately easy to care for pet. But you will need a ten gallon reptile/aquarium tank for the habitat.

If you are fortunate to have a pet reptile you are probably having to deal with some sort of feeder insect. Most likely, that insect is crickets. Crickets make a great staple for most meat...

Any one that uses glue pads, to keep unwanted critters from entering their home, knows that sometimes you want to let a critter go that happened upon the glue pad. With this tip the unfortunate...

There are many subspecies and local variants of Boa Constrictor that are smaller than their main land cousins. These island and dwarf boas have similar care requirements and can all be housed...

Argentine Boa Constrictors are a unique subspecies found in Argentina and Paraguay. With their distinct black, silver and white coloration and impressive sizes these boas always stand out. Their...

Bolivian Red-Tailed Boas (Boa c. amarali) are a slightly smaller form of boa from southern and southwest Brazil into Bolivia. These boas seldom exceed 6 feet in length and have a unique...

Carpet Pythons are medium sized, semi-arboreal snakes from New Guinea and Australia. These pythons are an excellent choice for the beginning snake keeper. By following the steps in this article...

Many lizards and reptiles, bearded dragons included, need water but don't readily drink from water dishes. Since they don't drink enough water, they need baths to help them absorb it. These...

The meal worm is not actually a worm at all, but rather the larval stage of the darkling beetle. Meal worms may not look very appetizing to us, but to lizards, spiders, birds, rodents and even...

Amphibians and crustaceans can be great pets and an exciting addition to an aquarium. Adding such creatures to your aquarium system, however, requires a shift in habitat and the creation of a half...

Many ball pythons are finicky eaters. This could be the result of serious underlying reasons though. There are a few things you can try to do to get your ball python to eat.

Reptiles are very complex creatures that have specific habitat requirements. Reptiles are cold blooded, so they need a heat source to stay alive! Many reptiles also enjoy being in shallow water,...

Obviously, there are girl snakes, and there are boy snakes. But you can't really go up to the snake and ask, so...The guessing game is over. Is spike the snake really a chick? Is Rosie the Boa...

Turtles have a surprising amount of personality. They live a long time, they're cute, entertaining, and if you are willing to invest the time, they can be good pets. Be sure to follow the laws...

If you have a black and white Tegu then you should know that their very loving reptiles and love the attention from you. When you get a Tegu you need to know that there a very big responsibility...

Green anoles, sometimes referred to as American chameleons, are small reptiles that make wonderful first pets for kids. The active lizards are social reptiles that enjoy being watched and will...

Like their human caregivers, bearded dragons need to bathe regularly. Regular bathing of your dragon is essential to its prolonged health. The bathing will keep them clean and hydrated and bearded...

Small reptiles can make great pets but unlike dogs and cats feeding them consists of more than just putting some food in a bowl. Proper nutrition is vital to their growth and health so it's...

Providing an appropriate cage for your reptile is perhaps the primary means of keeping the animal safe, healthy, and also meeting all of its needs. While it may be tempting to just go ahead and...

Lizards and other reptiles are often forgotten about when it comes to adoption, as most people go in for dogs and cats. However, you can adopt a lizard just like any other animal. Here's how.

When you are planning to build an iguana cage, everything must be just right. Follow these steps so that you can provide your iguana with the perfect home.

The popularity of iguanas as pets grows every year. Due to their increased popularity, controversy over the proper care and feeding of captive iguanas is popular amongst iguana experts. The most...

Sometimes snakes get sick. When shopping for a new pet snake, it is important that you know how to determine if a snake is healthy or not. It is not very difficult to assess a snake's health...

Many people have reptiles as pets. One of the most popular reptile pets is the veiled chameleon. Breeding a chameleon is not very difficult if you know how to do it properly. Here are some steps...

Iguanas are interesting pets that live in a terrarium. The key elements to set up a terrarium for an iguana include housing, space, light, heat and security. As long as you take the key elements...

Mealworms are a favored food for small lizards, some snakes, toads, turtles and even cage birds. You can grow a steady supply of these larvae which mature into small black or brown beetles by the...

Many different reptiles eat live crickets and need them as part of a healthy diet. Research the reptile that you own to find out if you should be feeding live crickets and the frequency and...

Snakes can have numerous reactions at feeding time. While one may ignore its food for some time, the next may strike before your hand has left the cage. If you're a brand new snake owner, you may...

Bearded dragons are a type of reptile native to Australia. Typically, a bearded dragon makes a wonderful pet as it enjoys attention, doesn't grow too big (16-20 inches) and is passive. Buying a...

Bearded dragons are excellent pets to have. Originally from Australia, bearded dragons are good-natured, small in size, love attention and are relatively easy to care for. Follow the tips below...

Pet iguanas can engage in two types of play: individual and partner play with a human or another animal. Encourage play by paying attention to what your pet iguana likes to do.

Iguanas enjoy being outside, because they love to bask in the sunlight. The safest way to take your iguana outside is to walk it on a leash.

Iguanas make great pets for children over 8 years old. Pet iguanas love to roam loose around the house, but for when you're not around, and to provide the proper heat and humidity, you'll need a...