Are Green Tree Pythons Good Pets?
I’ve always been fascinated by green tree pythons. There is just something so cool about a green jungle snake! The kind of exotic reptile that you may only ever see in videos or a zoo. I’ve always thought it would be so cool to have one as a pet. It’s amazing that you...
Are Pet Snakes Dangerous?
Is your son or daughter asking for a pet snake? You may be finding yourself identifying with Indiana Jones in the Raiders of the Lost Ark when he said, “Snakes. Why did it have to be snakes?” Why couldn’t they be asking for a hamster? You want to teach your child...
How Long Do Lizards Live in Captivity? (25 Examples)
If you are thinking about buying a pet lizard one thing to consider is how long they might live. This is certainly something to think about especially if you have any life-changing plans coming up like going off to school. Or moving across the country. How long will...
Are Australian Water Dragons Good Pets?
Australian water dragons are becoming more and more popular in the pet industry. My friend had a Chinese water dragon when we were younger. I always thought it was an interesting lizard and I am somewhat familiar with how they are as pets. What about Australian water...
How Long Does It Take for Lizard Eggs to Hatch?
Have you ever thought about breeding your pet lizards? I had a pair of green iguanas once and thought someday I would try breeding them. I also thought about breeding bearded dragons. So far, I haven’t gotten into breeding lizards but it makes me wonder. How long does...
Do Tokay Geckos Make Good Pets?
I was in the pet store and saw something I had never seen before, a very large gecko with light gray skin covered in orange rust-colored spots. He had a giant head and large eyes. He was stuck to the side of the wall like spiderman and facing downward as if...
Do Chuckwallas Make Good Pets?
One lizard I’ve always been fascinated with is a chuckwalla. My uncle was a life science teacher and he used to tell me that chuckwalla’s make great pet lizards. I’ve always had an interest in them but have never owned one. He is no longer around to talk to about this...
Do Desert Iguanas Make Good Pets?
One of my fondest childhood memories was going to the San Diego desert with my uncle and looking for reptiles. One year we caught 3 desert iguanas and brought them home. My dad made a custom cage to keep them in. So, do desert iguanas make good pets? Desert...
Do Reptiles Have Personalities?
If you are considering a pet reptile you may be wondering if they have a personality. When I was a kid, I used to spend hour after hour and day after day hunting for snakes, lizards, turtles, and any reptile or interesting creature I could find. Now, after 40 years of...