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Crested Gecko Care, What You Need To Know
Crested gecko care is just like any other part of reptile care and keeping where there is a right way to do it and then there are other ways. Geckos are a small reptile pet that rarely reach lengths over ten inches long and perhaps because of that they are a very large part of [ ]
What Are The Best Reptile Pets For Handling
It should come as no surprise that the top four most produced reptiles in the world also happen to be the best reptile pets for handling. They are comprised of two snakes and two lizards and even though they originate from the four corners of the world they all have one trait in common. That [ ]
Shipping Pet Reptiles As The Weather Starts To Change
Now that the summer is over and the leaves have started changing colors in certain parts of the country a new challenge has come to light for people that buy or sell reptiles online. This challenge is shipping pet reptiles across the country from areas that are hot to areas that are cold and vice [ ]
How good are leopard geckos as pets?
Parents are always asking us what would make a good starter pet for a young child and almost always the answer is a leopard gecko. Although we always stress parental supervision when handling reptiles especially when children are concerned, the most docile and easy to keep reptile pet is a leopard gecko. Whether the concern [ ]
When Is the Best Time of the Year for Buying Pet Reptiles
People are buying and keeping pet reptiles at a higher rate than ever before and as you begin the process of selecting and obtaining your new reptile pet it is important to remember that right now is the best time of the year if you are in the market for reptiles for sale. This is [ ]
The Many Ways to Make a Black Eyed Lucy Ball Python
Much like the blue eyed leucistic complex and the many different ways of making one, there are a few different genes associated with the black eyed lucy ball python complex. Whether you are looking into making a white snake or a brightly colored orange, red and yellow snake, here are a few different combinations that [ ]
Panther Chameleons as Pets & Their Care
Some of the more desired and more beautiful of the pet lizards for sale are panther chameleons. These gentle creatures are undoubtedly one of the nicest looking lizards in the world and can be seen in popular movies and commercials selling everything from paint to beer and finding their way into many a child’s imagination [ ]
Hog Nose Snakes as Pets and Their Various Morphs
There are a few different colubrids from the unites states and abroad that are considered hog nose snakes even though they vary greatly in size, color, pattern and diet. They get their common name and their scientific name (Heterodon nascicus) from their upturned or pig like rostral scale. Like their close cousins from South America [ ]
Finding a Smaller Large Pet Snake in Central American Boas
Many new herpers start with the common corn snake or the ever-popular baby ball python because size is a main concern when deciding on what reptile pet to purchase. The boa constrictor was one of the original pet snakes before the industry grew into what it is today due to its availability and looks. Many [ ]
How XYZReptiles Safely Ships Reptiles in the Summer Heat
As the summer time heat starts to go up the scale and parts of the country begin to sizzle it is important to keep in mind the challenges faced by reptile companies trying to ship animals in a safe and timely manner. Like everything else in life there’s a right way and a wrong way [ ]
Pet Lizards from around the world found in South Florida
The other day as I was working at the counter in the reptile store and I have two different trappers walk in and a third call on the phone all with a nearly identical list of lizards they were trying to sell. They all had baby Green Iguanas, Baby Black and White Tegus and various [ ]
Researching Pet Lizards for Sale Online
As a morally conscientious future reptile pet owner it is always a great idea to research the history of the animal in question as well as the living requirements that need to be met before purchasing. Pet lizards make great reptile companions and are much more interactive than snakes and some other terrarium pets but [ ]