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Bearded Dragon Respiratory Infection: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment

March 22, 2022June 14, 2019 by Stacey
Bearded Dragon Respiratory Infection

Thinking you might be dealing with a bearded dragon respiratory infection? If so, make the jump to learn the symptoms, causes, & how to save your beardie…

Furcifer Pardalis (Panther Chameleon): Care, Habitat, Behavior and Buying Options

May 10, 2024 by Stacey
Furcifer Pardalis (Panther Chameleon)

Furcifer pardalis, the Panther chameleon, is a species native to the tropical forests of Madagascar. They are renowned for their …

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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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Can Bearded Dragons Swim? (Everything You Need to Know)

June 17, 2022May 18, 2022 by Alexandru Ion
Can Bearded Dragons Swim Important Facts You Need to Know

The short answer is yes, bearded dragons can swim. Even though wild bearded dragons rarely encounter large bodies of water, …

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Central Bearded Dragon Care Guide (Diet, Housing, & Well-Being)

June 17, 2022May 5, 2022 by Alexandru Ion
Central Bearded Dragon Care Sheet Meet All Your Pet's Needs

The central, otherwise known as an inland, bearded dragon, Pogona viticceps, is one of the most popular and enjoyable reptile …

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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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A Complete Texas Snakes State-Wide Guide (With Pictures & FAQs)

March 19, 2022February 4, 2022 by Stacey
Texas Snakes Guide What You'll Find in 'the Lone Star Stateโ€™ (1)

Identifying Texas snakes can be overwhelming. The Lone Star State has the greatest diversity of snakes in the United States. …

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Rankin’s Dragon Care Sheet: Must-Know Needs, Advice, & Answers!

June 17, 2022January 28, 2022 by Stacey
Rankin's Dragon Care Sheet How-to Guide to Proper Pet Care

Before you bring home a Rankin’s dragon, it’s essential to understand their husbandry needs. If you’re wondering how to care …

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Green Tree Python Care Sheet: Diet, Tank Setup, & Expert Advice

January 25, 2022January 12, 2022 by Stacey
Green Tree Python Owner's Guide Best Practices for Keepers!

The green tree python, Morelia viridis, is a species of nonvenomous snake. It has been growing in popularity in the …

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Colombian Red Tail Boa Care Sheet: Pet-Keeping Advice & Tips

June 17, 2022January 12, 2022 by Stacey
Colombian Red Tail Boa Owner's Guide (Expert Tips & Advice!) (1)

The Colombian red tail boa is a large constrictor with a docile temperament. We DON’T recommend these snakes for beginner …

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Pink Tongue Skink Care Sheet: Price, Tank Setup, Handling, & More

December 20, 2021December 17, 2021 by Stacey
Pink Tongue Skink Owner's Care Guide (+ Tips, FAQs, & Pics!) (1)

The pink tongue skink, Cyclodomorphus gerrardii, is a large lizard with a docile temperament. These animals come from the wilds …

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Dwarf Caiman Complete Owner’s Guide: Background Info + Care Sheet

March 19, 2022December 16, 2021 by Stacey
Dwarf Caiman Full Care Sheet Pet Needs, Advice, & Answers!

The dwarf caiman, Paleosuchus palpebrosus is the alligator family’s smallest and most primitive species. Itโ€™s an unusual and entertaining pet, …

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Rhino Iguana: Comprehensive Baby-to-Adult Care Guide (With Pics!)

March 19, 2022December 15, 2021 by Stacey
Rhino Iguana Proper Care Guide & Best Practices for Owners!

If you’re an experienced reptile keeper and are interested in adding a large lizard to your collection, the rhino iguana, …

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Viper Boa Care Sheet: Background Info, Tank Setup, Diet, & More!

March 19, 2022December 15, 2021 by Stacey
Viper Boa Owner's Care Guide With Advice, Tips, & Answers!

The viper boa, Candoia aspera, is a small to medium-sized boa named after its viperlike appearance. Viper boas bred in …

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Black Axolotl Owner’s Guide: Comprehensive Care Advice & Answers

March 19, 2022December 2, 2021 by Stacey
Black Axolotl Care Sheet Diet, Tank Setup, Handling, & More

Just as with the ball python, breeders have created various morphs; the black axolotl is one kind of morph. This …

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Northern Rubber Boa Care Guide: Cost, Habitat, Diet, & More!

March 19, 2022November 26, 2021 by Stacey
Rubber Boa Care Sheet An Owner's Guide to All Needs & FAQs

The rubber boa, Charina bottae, is a medium-sized, non-venomous snake with a peaceful temperament. Its calm, laid-back approach to life …

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How to Take Care of a Baby Axolotl (Explained With Cute Pics!)

March 19, 2022November 19, 2021 by Stacey
Baby Axolotl Care Guide Keeping Your Adorable Pet Healthy

When deciding to get these animals, most people buy a baby or juvenile axolotl as a pet. This article covers …

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Crocodile Monitor Care: Food, Habitat, Health Issues, & More!

November 21, 2021November 12, 2021 by Stacey
Crocodile Monitor Care Guide All Pet Needs & FAQs Explained

The crocodile monitor lizard (Varanus salvadorii) is a large, predatory lizard endemic to New Guinea. Though this species is fairly …

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Desert Iguana: Keys to a Happy & Healthy Pet (FAQs Answered)

March 19, 2022October 28, 2021 by Stacey
Desert Iguana Care Sheet Ultimate Owner's Guide (With Pics)

The desert iguana, Dipsosaurus dorsalis, is a lizard from the area around Arizona; Baja, California; and Northwestern Mexico. Itโ€™s sometimes …

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Rainbow Boa Care Sheet: Feeding, Housing, & FAQs Explained!

March 19, 2022October 15, 2021 by Stacey
Rainbow Boa Baby to Adult Care (Ultimate Owner's Guide)

The rainbow boa, Epicrates. sp., has striking coloration, grows to a manageable size, and is relatively easy to keep. This …

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Emerald Tree Boa Care Sheet: Needs & Habitat Setup Explained

March 19, 2022October 14, 2021 by Stacey
Emerald Tree Boa Complete Owner's Care Guide (With Pics)

There are two species of emerald tree boa: northern emerald tree boas, Corallus caninus, and Amazon Basin emerald tree boas, …

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Red Tail Boa Constrictor: Diet, Habitat, & Questions (Explained)

March 19, 2022October 7, 2021 by Stacey
Red Tail Boa Full Owner's Care Guide (Needs, FAQs, & More)

The red-tailed boa (or red tail boa) is a large snake species native to South America. These boas possess a …

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Ball Python Temperature and Humidity: How to Increase & Maintain

September 10, 2021 by Stacey
Ball Python Humidity & Temperature How to Get It Right

Monitoring and providing ball python humidity needs DOESN’T have to be complicated. Unfortunately, many people overthink the effort it takes …

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Ultimate Guide to the Cinnamon Ball Python Morph (Must Read)

February 28, 2022August 31, 2021 by Stacey
Cinnamon Ball Python Full Morph Guide (With Pictures) (1)

The cinnamon ball python morph is among the most common ball python (Python regius) morphs in the pet trade. It’s …

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Corn Snake or Ball Python – Which Is Best for You?

February 28, 2022August 17, 2021 by Stacey
Corn Snake vs Ball Python How to 100% Choose Correctly

In the battle of corn snake vs ball python, can there truly be a winner? No, there can’tโ€”Both have excellent …

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How to Care for Baby Snapping Turtles (Care and Breeding Guide)

September 29, 2021July 22, 2021 by Stacey
Baby Snapping Turtle Care Sheet and Species Profile

Baby snappers may look like cute, adorable little turtle friends at first glance – but don’t let that first impression …

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Largest Crocodiles In The World (Including The Largest)

March 19, 2022July 21, 2021 by Stacey
largest crocodile

Crocodilians are the most enormous reptiles on the planet. Though crocodiles and alligators can reach epic proportions, the largest crocodile …

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Common Snapping Turtle – Breed Info and Care Guide (With Images)

August 16, 2021July 16, 2021 by Stacey
snapping turtle

Snapping turtles are one of the most well-known species in the Americas. Theyโ€™re famous for their prehistoric appearance and spunky …

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Atadenovirus – Why Is My Bearded Dragon Stargazing?

March 22, 2022July 14, 2021 by Stacey
adenovirus bearded dragon

Is your bearded dragon arched in an unusual position? Has it been suffering from weight loss or refusing to eat? …

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How Long Do Bearded Dragons Live as Pets?

March 22, 2022July 8, 2021 by Stacey
bearded dragon lifespan

Bearded dragons are incredible lizards and make excellent exotic pets, but bringing any pet into your life is a huge …

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Blood Python Care Sheet and Husbandry (Full Guide)

March 23, 2022July 6, 2021 by Stacey
blood python

Blood pythons (Python brongersmai) are a mid-sized, non-venomous snake species native to Southeast Asia. Their common name refers to the …

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False Water Cobra Care Sheet (For New Owners)

March 23, 2022July 1, 2021 by Stacey
false water cobra

False water cobras (Hydrodynastes gigas) are large, rear-fanged, venomous snakes native to South America. Keepers refer to them as “falsies” …

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Giant Day Gecko Care Sheet: Size, Diet, Caging and More

March 23, 2022June 29, 2021 by Stacey
Giant Day Gecko Care Sheet Size, Diet, Caging and More (4)

Giant day geckos (Phelsuma grandis) are large, vividly colored geckos endemic to Northern Madagascar. Like all Madagascan day geckos, giant …

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Caiman Lizard Care Sheet: Diet, Size, Habitat, and More

March 23, 2022June 24, 2021 by Stacey
Caiman Lizard Care Sheet Diet, Size, Habitat and More

The northern caiman lizard is a large, stout lizard native to South America. Their body stature is similar to their …

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Blue Racer Snake Breeding Info & Care Sheet (With Pictures)

July 27, 2021June 17, 2021 by Stacey
Blue Racer Snake Breed Info & Care Sheet (With Pictures)

The blue racer snake (scientific name Coluber constrictor foxii) is a subspecies of North American non-venomous constrictors known as racers …

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White’s Tree Frog Habitat Setup Guide (Easy to Follow)

March 19, 2022June 15, 2021 by Stacey
White's Tree Frog Habitat Setup Guide (Easy to Follow) (1)

In Short Whiteโ€™s tree frogs are great amphibians for novice amphibian keepers. Theyโ€™re one of the most popular frog species …

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Veiled Chameleon Care Sheet: Everything You NEED to Know

March 23, 2022June 3, 2021 by Stacey
Veiled Chameleon Care Sheet

Veiled chameleons are one of a handful of chameleons that you’re likely to encounter in a pet store. Some retailers …

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White’s Tree Frog Care Sheet: Diet, Habitat, & More

March 19, 2022June 1, 2021 by Stacey
White's Tree Frog Care Sheet Diet, Habitat, & More

The Whiteโ€™s tree frog (Ranoidea caerulea) is a highly charismatic and docile frog with simple care requirements. These attributes – …

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Western Hognose Snake Care Sheet (For Beginners)

March 23, 2022May 18, 2021 by Stacey
Western Hognose Snake Image

Western hognose snakes (Heterodon nasicus) are known as the drama queens of the snake world. From cobra mimicry to playing …

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Green Anole Care Sheet: Diet, Habitat, & More Great Tips for New Owners

December 17, 2021May 5, 2021 by Stacey
Green Anole Care Sheet Diet Habitat More Great Tips for New Owners featured image

Green anoles (Anolis carolinensis) are one of the cheapest and most popular pet lizards. Their husbandry requirements are well understood. …

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