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Should Pet Boas For Sale Eat Live Or Frozen Prey?
Boas for sale make great pets! Not only are they unique, but they’re also fun to have. A question many novice snake owners ask is whether their pet boas for sale should eat live or frozen prey. The biggest misconception is that captive pet boas will only eat live prey. The thought behind that is [ ]
Understanding the Needs of Your Bearded Dragon
If you re a fan of reptiles, then you ve most likely had your eye on a bearded dragon at least once in your life. These friendly and social reptiles, also known as beardies , love being handled but its important to know the amount of responsibility that comes with owning a bearded dragon. Before you pick up [ ]
Facts About Ball Pythons As Pets
\\If you are looking to impress your reptile-loving friends, check out these facts about ball pythons as pets. These beautiful snakes are beloved for their pleasant temperament, cool markings, and being fun to hold. However, there are plenty of other interesting things about ball pythons besides that! Did you know that their scientific name comes [ ]
Have you considered purchasing a pet tarantula online?
Tarantula husbandry is easily one of the least time consuming and most fascinating hobbies you ll ever get into. Not only are there many different species of tarantulas with an array of different behaviors and colorations, but they are also extremely easy to care for. As adults, a pet tarantula only needs to be fed once [ ]
Finding Pet Tarantulas for Sale from the Brachypelma Genus
Tarantulas sometimes get a bad reputation due to their use in films as horror icons. Brachypelma smithi in particular is very often portrayed as a deadly, man-eating creature, even though this species is quite the opposite. They are one of the best pet tarantulas you could start off with as their temperament and care requirements [ ]
Benefits Of Boa Constrictors As Pets
If you’re hesitant about owning a big snake, these five benefits of boa constrictors as pets just might change your tune. Few snakes are as iconic and widely recognizable as the boa constrictor. Extremely popular among herpetological enthusiasts, boa constrictors are a common fixture in the reptile collections of experienced snake owners. But a boa [ ]
Best Pet Snake Breeds for Beginners to Own
Looking for the best pet snake breeds for beginners? If so, you’re in the right place. There are thousands of snake species out there, and hundreds that are commonly sold as pets. To ensure that your first snake-owning experience is a good one, you can’t just choose a snake based on how cool it looks. [ ]
Did you know there are many different sand boa morphs?
You may know a lot about reptiles but did you know there are many different sand boa morphs? Sand boa morphs include pattern mutations like striped and paradox. They also include color mutations like albino, axanthic and snow. Albinos are orange and white while axanthics are black and white. Because snows are a combination of [ ]
Can I put my milk snake with my common corn snake?
If you’ve ever wondered “Can I put my milk snake with my common corn snake?” the general consensus is a resounding “no”. Experts unanimously advise against putting multiple snakes in the same enclosure. The one exception is when breeding snakes, but even that needs to be done with close monitoring and extreme caution. It doesn’t [ ]
What does a UVB light do for reptiles?
It’s common knowledge that reptiles need UVB light to survive, but what does a UVB light do for reptiles exactly? This important light source provides one of three types of UV wavelengths that plays a direct role in the physical health of reptiles and amphibians. It’s important that owners of cold-blooded pets know the purpose [ ]
What is a ball python morph?
A ball python morph is a color or pattern variation (sometimes both) caused by a genetic mutation that induces a deviation from the standard wild-type ball python appearance. Unlike other snakes whose appearance varies based on their subspecies or breed, ball python morphs have no recognized subspecies. Instead, ball python morphs are created by combining [ ]
Keeping Bearded Dragons As Pets
Bearded dragons, also known as beardies, are types of lizards that are native to Australia. They come in different colors, but are mostly a light tan or brown color. They have a thick and long tail plus a beard-like spiky collar on their neck. When it comes to keeping bearded dragons as pets, they require [ ]