Reptile Articles

Ball pythons make wonderful pets for those who want an alternative to furrier varieties. While ball pythons may not shed fur, however, they do indeed shed their skin. While this is not surprising to most, it can be a somewhat jarring experience ...

If you’ve ever owned a reptile or have simply looked after one for any period of time, you know one simple fact. The act of picking out your preferred pet and actually owning it are two entirely unique experiences. Unfortunately, some ...

Kenyan sand boas (Gongylophis colubrinus) are a somewhat smaller constrictor native to the deserts of Kenya and northeast Africa. As pets, they make for docile companions that are tolerant of human handling. However, if you have heard of boas ...

There are plenty of excellent reasons as to why someone would choose buying an exotic pet over a traditional one. Perhaps you want something that won’t activate your allergies. Maybe dogs and cats aren’t allowed in your apartment. Or ...

Bringing home that new corn snake you’ve had your eyes on for a while can be an exciting, joyful experience. However, if you’re new to reptile ownership, you may need to review certain aspects of its care, such as corn snake handling ...

When thinking of reptilian pets, images of snakes and bearded dragons likely come to mind, leaving the large and herbivorous tortoise somewhat left out of the discussion. Many are still unsure whether or not tortoises are good pets at all. ...

Ball pythons (aka royal pythons) are an exceptionally popular species of snake in both zoos and homes around the world. However, a new snake owner may still feel lacking in the knowledge to take care of their pet, and ask questions like ...

How Long do Red Tail Boas Live in the Wild Red tail boa constrictors (also known as the Colombian red tail boa) are large animals rarely predated on by other animals in their territory. Therefore, you would expect the red tail boa to live longer ...

When caring for any pet, understanding the basics of its husbandry is important for setting it up for a long, healthy life. With this guide to African house snake care, we hope to provide some insight into what exactly to expect of these animals ...

Looking for and bringing home a new reptile pet can be a fun, unique, exciting experience. However, as you may have already gathered, finding out where to buy reptiles – especially the one you want – can prove to be a bit of a ...