The Argentine Red Tegu are large, predatory lizard that can grow up to five feet long and live up to 20 years in captivity. While Tegus in the wild are a fearsome predator, in captivity, these lizards are known to become quite tame. Some … Read more
The Russian tortoise goes by several common names including Horsfield’s tortoise, Central Asian tortoise, Steppe tortoise, or four-toed tortoise. The Russian tortoise makes a popular pet because of its small adult size. An adult tortoise measuring just six to nine inches is relatively easy to … Read more
The Red-Eyed crocodile; also called the Red-Eyed crocodile skink, looks just like a miniature crocodile! It actually takes its common name from its armor-like scales that make it look surprisingly like a baby croc. But this shy reptile rarely grows beyond 10 inches in length and … Read more
Leopard geckos have been domesticated and bred in the US for over 30 years now. They are famous among reptile lovers because of their docile and unusually tame nature. For starters, these geckos are very gentle and have amusing personality, which make them perfect … Read more
Whether you are a reptile enthusiast or a novice, you have over 6,000 selections of lizards that will satisfy your preference. There are plenty of types for beginners and expert reptile handlers. Whichever you desire, it is essential to have sufficient knowledge on how … Read more
Once thought to be extinct but rediscovered in the isles of New Caledonia, the Crested Gecko or the New Caledonian Gecko is one of the most popular reptiles in the pet trade. Rhacodactylus ciliatus is the scientific name for the Crested Gecko. Rhacodactylus comes from … Read more
Salamanders are popular and interesting pets. They are nocturnal creatures with some of them being poisonous. Some even have teeth and tongues that are 10 times longer than their bodies! Depending on the species, they can lay as much as 450 eggs at once … Read more
The Green Iguanas have been one of the most popular reptile pets on the market because of their small size. These animals originated from captive farming specifically in El Salvador, Panama, Colombia, and Honduras. If taken care of properly, they can last up to … Read more
Turtles have been in existence for over 200 million years, which technically means they’ve outlived dinosaurs. And yes, they are still anywhere in all of the continents, except in Antarctica. A turtle’s sex may be determined by the sound it makes. Interestingly, the females … Read more
When it comes to the world of non-venomous snakes, the ball python is definitely one of the friendliest and most docile species which makes it an ideal pet for first-time snake keepers. The ball python, or Python regius, is of the smaller varieties of … Read more