From the threatened and elusive Kirtland’s snake to the hardy and abundant DeKay’s brownsnake, this Midwestern state will surprise you with its snake diversity. There are 40 species of Illinois snakes in total. Let’s take a look at the state’s four venomous species, the most frequently seen harmless species, and its most iconic snakes. I’ll … Read more
This page contains paid links (details here) as well as links to the official ReptiFiles store. Purchases made from these links help fund my reptile welfare research and educational efforts. Thank you for your support! Good decorations make a reptile’s terrarium look cool, but they’re also important for exercise, mental stimulation, and keeping your skink … Read more
Imagine your curious feline friend roaming around the garden, eyes fixed on a darting creature with a captivating blue tail. As a vigilant pet parent, it’s natural to wonder, “Are blue tailed lizards poisonous to cats?” This article will quench your curiosity and shed light on the potential dangers these vibrant reptiles might pose to … Read more
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Bearded Dragon Cage Selecting the perfect enclosure for your beloved bearded dragon is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a pet owner With so many options on the market, it can feel overwhelming trying to find the right one This definitive guide breaks down everything … Read more
A minor league baseball team in Wisconsin is named after a snake — the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers — so there has to be plenty of those slithering creatures around us, right? While snakes arent as abundant in Wisconsin as they are in Texas or Arizona, dont be surprised if you encounter one when youre out … Read more
Thanatosis is the animalistic art of playing dead. Creatures who use this strategy — such as the hognose snake — tend to be small and slow-moving. After all, against a bigger, faster predator, the typical “fight or flight” response doesnt always work. Hognose snakes are relatively small, making them easy prey for larger animals (including … Read more
Green lizards are some of the most common and colorful lizards found around the world. Known for their vivid green coloring, these agile climbers and quick changers have captivated people’s imaginations for ages. In this article, we’ll explore some fascinating facts about these remarkable reptiles. An Abundance of Green Lizards Across the Globe There are … Read more
Not all lizards are brightly colored! Black tree monitors blend in with shadows cast by dense leaves and branches in the tropical forests where they live. Get to know these intelligent, elusive reptiles in this Q&A with Matt Evans, assistant curator of Reptile Discovery Center. Lizards come in a stunning array of colors and patterns. … Read more
In North America and other parts of the world, you may encounter a red and black snake along your hike and wonder if youre dealing with a venomous snake species or something like a harmless milk snake. Its a valid point to ponder; many species have evolved similar color patterns in order to denote their … Read more
This page contains paid links (details here) as well as links to the official ReptiFiles store. Purchases made from these links help fund my reptile welfare research and educational efforts. Thank you for your support! Because ball pythons are crepuscular, additional light beyond what illuminates the reptile room is not widely considered “necessary.” However, it … Read more