Turtles can be a fun pet and are especially appropriate for a small home since they don’t need a lot of space. If you purchase a turtle from a pet store, make sure the pet store owners are knowledgeable about turtles and that the turtles seem well-cared for. Have the turtle checked out by a […]
Pet Reptiles
Snakes
Since snakes have been represented mainly as evil, people either enjoy having them as pets or turn away fearful. While there are dangerous snakes, there are just as many that make fascinating pets. Before considering a pet snake though, be sure your family and friends will accept the new addition. It is said that watching […]
Lizard
There are more than 4,000 types of lizard in the world. Most live in the tropics. The largest living lizard in the world is the Komodo Dragon, native to the central archipelago of Indonesia. The Komodo’s average length is 6.6-9.8 feet with tails as long as their bodies. An interesting fact about the Komodo – […]
Plumed Basilisk
What does the Green (Plumed) Basilisk look like? The Plumed or as it is better known, the Green Basilisk is native to the rainforests of Central America. It has bright green skin and is 2-2 1/2 feet long. The crest extends from head, back and tail. The tail is 2/3 of the body length. Lifespan […]
Panther Chameleon
Where is the Panther Chameleon found? Panther Chameleon can be found throughout Madagascar. Males are up to 21 inches long while females are about half that size. Life Span is about 5 years. They live in forests, trees, bushes and sometimes near human habitations. Panther Chameleons come in a variety of colors depending on where […]