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Johanan Viljoen

Johanan Viljoen has over 15 years of experience keeping and breeding reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates, from slugs and ant farms to scorpions and fruit chafers, a collection of over 50 tarantulas, and 14 of the 38 frog species in his native South Africa. His quest for experience is endless.

What Do Lizards Eat? (Common Feeding Mistakes to Avoid)

June 2, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
What Do Lizards Eat in the Wild & as Pets A Complete Guide!

People have been asking “What do lizards eat?” for centuries, and the theories have included things as outrageous as human …

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Red-Eyed Tree Frog Species Guide (Every Must-Know Info + Pics)

June 1, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Red-Eyed Tree Frog Species Guide All Must-Know Facts & Pics

The red-eyed tree frog or red-eye tree frog is a popular pet species with plenty of personality. Let’s take a …

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30+ Hilarious Turtle Memes That Will Take Your Stress Away

May 26, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
30 Hilarious Turtle Memes That Will Make Your Day Brighter

There’s nothing like turtle memes to strip away the stress of a busy life. We’ve chosen some of the best …

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Suriname Toad (Pipa Pipa) – Species Profile With Facts + Pictures

May 25, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Surinam Toad Species Profile With Fun Facts and Pictures

The Surinam toad or Suriname toad is one of the most fascinating amphibians known to man. Not only does it …

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Best Leopard Gecko Hides (an Expert’s List on What to Buy!)

June 17, 2022May 19, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Best Leopard Gecko

Leopard gecko hides play an important role in letting your leopard gecko feel safe. However, choosing one of the many …

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Ohio Snakes Guide: Identifying All Species (With Pictures!)

May 8, 2022May 4, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Ohio Snakes Identification Guide (All Species and Pictures!)

Ohio snakes vary significantly in shape and form. From venomous snakes like the Copperhead to harmless species like the worm …

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Snakes in Arkansas: An Expert’s Guide on Each Species

May 8, 2022April 28, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Arkansas Snakes The Best Guide to Identifying Every Species

Arkansas snakes come in various forms, colors, and sizes. Venomous snakes range from the tiny Western pygmy rattlesnake to the …

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Oklahoma Snakes Ultimate Species & Safety Guide (With Pictures)

May 8, 2022April 27, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Oklahoma Snakes Identification Guide (What to Look out For!)

There are many different Oklahoma snakes with widely ranging forms and sizes. Big, small, brown, black, orange, dangerous, harmless, Oklahoma …

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Massachusetts Snakes Species Guide: How to Identify & Stay Safe

April 23, 2022April 20, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Massachusetts Snakes Identification Guide With Pics & Tips!

Massachusetts snakes are diverse, though there aren’t many of them. They range from the small and harmless Eastern worm snake …

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Louisiana Snakes Species Guide: Complete Catalog + Safety Advice

April 11, 2022April 6, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Louisiana Snakes Identification Guide Species You May Meet!

Louisiana snakes range from colorful and venomous coral snakes to harmless Western ribbon snakes. In this article, we’ll help you …

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Hawaii Snakes Identification Guide (a Complete Species Catalog)

April 7, 2022March 30, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Hawaii Snakes Identification Guide (With Pics & Safety Tips)

Hawaii is one of the few states in the US that doesn’t have a proliferation of snakes. As a volcanic …

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California Snakes Species Identification Guide (Amateur-Friendly)

March 23, 2022March 23, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
California Snakes Identification Guide Species Index & Pics

California snakes range in form from yellow snakes to drab gray or brown species. Some of them are venomous and …

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Arizona Snakes Identification Guide: Species Info & Pro Advice

April 4, 2022March 16, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Arizona Snakes Identification Guide (Beginner-Friendly Info)

The variety of Arizona snakes is vast, ranging from harmless species like the Arizona kingsnake to venomous species like the …

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Tennessee Snakes Species Guide (Pics, Safety Tips, & More!)

April 11, 2022March 11, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Tennessee Snakes Identification Guide (Full Species Catalog)

Tennessee snakes come in many shapes and sizes. Big, small, colorful, bland, this state has them all. From the harmless …

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Virginia Snakes Identification: Species Catalog & Safety Guide

April 11, 2022March 8, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Virginia Snakes Identification Guide Background Info & Pics

Snakes aren’t as prevalent in Virginia compared to other areas of the US, but there’s still a fair bit of …

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Georgia Snakes Identification: Venomous & Non-Venomous Species

April 11, 2022March 4, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Georgia Snakes Identification & Safety Guide (With Pictures)

Georgia snakes are plentiful and diverse. Thanks to the state’s accommodating climate, many different species call it home. From non-venomous …

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Alabama Snakes Identification Guide: Species Background & Traits

April 11, 2022March 2, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Alabama Snakes Identification Guide (Species You May Meet!)

There are many Alabama snakes of both venomous and non-venomous types. People often get frightened of these special creatures. Alabama …

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Purple Passion Ball Python Care Guide (Best Practices for Owners)

June 17, 2022February 22, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Purple Passion Ball Python Ultimate Care Sheet (+ Pro Tips!)

The purple passion ball python is one of the most fascinating colored morphs on the market. Although this purple ball …

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Scaleless Ball Python Care Sheet: Owner’s Guide to All Pet Needs

June 17, 2022February 11, 2022 by Johanan Viljoen
Scaleless Ball Python Care Guide (All Needs & Health Issues) (1)

Ball pythons (Python regius) are the most popular snakes kept as pets, but have you ever heard of a scaleless …

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