Lizards are the largest, most diverse group of Reptilia on earth, occupying niches on every continent except for Antarctica. These scaley, cold-blooded creatures have evolved to feed on a range of different food sources, from small mammals to birds, eggs, vegetation, and even other lizards! Many lizard species are insectivorous, eating ants amongst many other … Read more
Mealworms are popular treats for all kinds of household reptiles. And although we are all aware of the dangers of getting bitten by a pet reptile, you may be unaware of the potential dangers of getting bit by their food! Mealworms have jaws that are capable of biting. However, they are non-vicious and will not … Read more
All species of geckos have teeth, but they vary in size, number, and shape depending on the species. Their teeth are different from many other kinds of reptiles and their teeth are not poisonous. As a matter of fact, leopard geckos are not venomous at all and are quite easily tamed and kept as pets. … Read more
When you buy a gecko, it is also important to think of the insects you will have to purchase throughout its life, as you will want the best for your new little friend. Superworms are high in all the nutrients that geckos need, but they are quite big. Leopard Geckos can eat superworms if the … Read more
If you love geckos or have a gecko you will notice from time to time that they shed. You will see a pale coating on their skin that starts to peel away, a lot like when you’ve had a sunburn and your skin starts to peel away. For newer reptile owners seeing this can be … Read more
Bearded Dragons are a wonderful and interesting reptile that many people will keep as pets. They live up to their name having an armor of spiny reptilian scales- like a dragon- which includes a so-called beard under its chin which may puff up depending on its mood. They are gentle and inquisitive, active pets with … Read more
Becoming the new owner of a red-eyed crocodile can be really exciting. But before you bring your new pet home, it’s important to know everything you can about these reptiles and how to properly care for them. So what do you need to know in order to care for your crocodile skink? Red-eyed crocodile skinks … Read more
Chinese Water Dragons are one of the friendliest lizards reptile owners can own. But before you bring your new pet home, it’s important to be mindful that these dragons have very specific requirements that need to be met in order to keep them healthy and happy. So how do you properly care for a Chinese … Read more
Blue tongue skinks are a reptilian species of lizards known for their blue tongues that reside in Australia, New Guinea, and Tasmania. If you are considering raising a skink on your own or purchasing some to breed, you have to make sure that you have the right materials to care for it. To care for … Read more
Bearded dragons are unique and fascinating reptiles. Beardies, as they are commonly known, are generally nonaggressive, gentle, and laid back lizards that can be kept as pets. You will notice that they like licking surfaces and you may freak out when a bearded dragon licks you and wonder if it wants to bite you. When … Read more
