Corn Snakes make great pets! They are generally docile, easy to care for, and have a long lifespan. However, it’s important to consider individual preferences, allergies, and ability to meet their specific care requirements before deciding if a corn snake is the right pet for you. Corn Snake Species Overview Corn snakes, scientifically known as … Read more
Cuban False Chameleon Diet; What Do False Chameleons Eat? False chameleons, Cuban false chameleons or bearded anoles; whatever you call these incredible little lizards they are known for diets that consist of mostly snails and some small insects, especially in the wild. False chameleons are specialized snail eaters that are able to use their powerful … Read more
How Big Do Boa Constrictors Get? Boa Length and Weight Boa constrictors are one of the most popular ‘large’ snakes that are kept by hobbyists all over the world! Boas are unique in that quite often small to medium sized reptiles are recommended for beginner pets and small to medium sized snakes are no exception. … Read more
Can Chameleons Live Together? So many reptile enthusiasts envision a terrarium or cage filled with plants and branches and a “family” of chameleons (or most any other lizards, geckos, etc) all living together in peace and harmony. How incredible would such an environment be?! The truth about reptiles, in comparison to human families or even … Read more
Can Chameleons Swim? Chameleons and Water There is a huge difference in the ability to swim and attempting to “swim” because one’s life is in danger. It’s kind of like saying that “fish can walk on land,” if you call flopping around and flipping about in order to try and get back into the water, … Read more
The Best Black Snakes To Keep As Pets The sleek and dominating look of an all-black dog, a “spooky” black cat, a big, creepy black spider; all-black animals definitely stand out and make you take notice! As predominantly a reptile keeper, the idea of keeping a badass looking black snake was definitely something I was … Read more
The Bearded Anole Cuban False Chameleon Care Guide Cuban False chameleons, or bearded anoles, are NOT related to chameleons; instead they are large members of the anole family and these lizards are more robust and forgiving than true chameleons can be. Cuban false chameleons can make great pets! As long as you provide them with … Read more
Do Leopard Geckos Have Teeth? Can They Bite? Leopard geckos are known for being docile and making great pets for beginners and even young children. However, leopard geckos can bite! But have no fear, a bite from a leopard gecko is rarely more than a pinch and bruises nothing more than your ego! Leopard Geckos … Read more
The Best White Snakes to Keep as Pets I’ve kept pet snakes and other reptiles for over 30 years and in that time I’ve been fortunate enough to have kept some of the most beautiful and unique snakes that I could find. But for many people, myself included, the allure of an all white snake … Read more
Do Turtles and Tortoises Have Teeth Or Beaks? Turtles and tortoises have more in common with birds than they do with other reptiles! (at least when it comes to their teeth or lack of them!) Turtles and tortoises do not have teeth, instead they have beaks! Tortoise and Turtle Teeth Even though we just learned … Read more
Do Chameleons Have Teeth? Do They Bite? Like most reptiles, and animals in general, chameleons can bite however they are reluctant to do so. Chameleons will display many warning signs like displaying an open mouth and hissing, showing stress colors, and attempting to flee or hide before they bite. A chameleon bite is almost always … Read more
How Big Do Chameleons Get? 10 Species Sized Chameleons are ever increasingly popular pet reptiles that range in size from the very small to the very large. Most chameleons are medium to large sized reptiles, however small, micro-sized and even giant, cat-sized chameleons are kept by reptiles lovers everywhere! Many different chameleons can be found … Read more
15 Snake Facts That Will Blow Your Mind! Are you thinking about getting a pet snake or are you looking for information about snakes but a couple of your questions are a little strange or make you feel embarrassed to ask them? Not to worry! Look no further than these 15 snake facts that will … Read more
Cat Gecko Care; a Comprehensive Guide Cat geckos are nothing short of spectacular! It is fascinating to watch them methodically stalk their prey and pounce when the time is just right. If that wasn’t enough, observing them with their tails curled around their body just like cats do, is simply adorable! However, cat geckos are … Read more
How to Clean a Chameleon Cage? 3 Ways to Keep On Track! Chameleons need their enclosure to be spot cleaned daily by performing the following 5 steps: Remove uneaten insects Remove feces and urates Clean and sanitize any area that came in contact with waste Soak up any spills or pooling water from the enclosure … Read more
