Bringing home a baby Chinese water dragon is an exciting experience! Their beautiful green and white coloration coupled with the spines running down their body make Chinese water dragons a unique pet reptile. However, caring for these exotic lizards takes quite a bit of special knowledge and preparation to keep them healthy and happy. In … Read more
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — All sorts of snakes are slithering across the Volunteer State as summer gets into full swing. Of Tennessees 32 different species of snakes, there are four in particular you should watch out for. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency said July 16 was World Snake Day, which highlights the biggest obstacles that snakes … Read more
There are eight species of bearded dragons and the most popular kind kept as a pet is the inland or central bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps), from the arid to semi-arid southeastern parts of Australia. Pogona vitticeps is the species discussed in this handout. Calcium is extremely important for bearded dragons. Without proper calcium levels, bearded … Read more
Chameleons are incredible pets. Their ability to change colors, large eyes that move independently, and long tongues make them fascinating to watch. However, chameleons have a reputation for being aggressive or angry pets. Is this reputation deserved? How should new chameleon owners handle aggressive behavior if it occurs? This article provides tips for new chameleon … Read more
As a ball python owner, you may have noticed some peculiar behaviors like your snake rubbing its face against objects in its enclosure. This rubbing motion is known as “face-rubbing” and is quite common among ball pythons. But what exactly causes this behavior? Here are some of the main reasons a ball python may rub … Read more
The color-changing ability of the chameleon is one of the many reasons people find themselves bringing these incredible reptiles into their homes. Fortunately, for pet lovers who have opened their lives to these tiny creatures, there is quite a bit more about the chameleon that makes them intriguing. These unique creatures are much more fascinating … Read more
South Carolina is home to an outstanding diversity of snakes. These limbless creatures have fascinated herpetologist and naturalists for centuries. With 39 species, snakes can be found in all of South Carolina’s habitats and landscapes. They fill unique niches and play integral roles as both predators and prey. Explore the species list below and click … Read more
Leopard geckos are a very reasonably sized lizard compared to other lizards in the hobby. An adult leopard gecko can live a comfortable life in a 36x18x16 enclosure – also called a 40 gallon breeder by a lot of enclosure manufacturers. Juvenile leopard geckos can be started off in a smaller enclosure than a 40 … Read more
As an iguana owner, you want to provide the best possible care for your pet. However, there are some threats to your iguana’s health that can be difficult to spot One such issue is mites – tiny parasites that live on the skin and can cause major discomfort for iguanas In this article, we’ll cover … Read more
If you keep up with the news in herpetology (were sure you already knew this, but herpetology is the study of reptiles and amphibians), you might learn, every so often, about the discovery of a new legless lizard. But — wait a second — wouldnt that be called a snake? Not so, as well soon … Read more