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The Frilled Dragon is a gorgeous animal displaying its big colorful frill whenever frightened. They make a great pet as they are active, beautiful, and easily handled. The Frilled Dragon is a fairly easy to take care of but get about 32 inches long so need a large tank.
Diet: Crickets, Worms, Occasional Fruits & Vegetables (Collard Greens, Squash)
Age: Juvenile
Temperature Range: 85-100F with a 105-110F Basking Spot
Humidity Range: 50-70%
Life Expectancy: Up to 15 Years
UVB Range: UVB 5.0 Minimum
Minimum Cage Size: 4' x 3'
Difficulty to Keep: Advanced
Also known as the armadillo lizard these African beauties are a very docile lizard that will only get about 7 inches long. They live well in groups as long as there is only one male.
Diet: Crickets, Worms, Finely Chopped Fruit
Temperature Range: 75-85F with a 100-110F Basking Spot
Humidity Range: 40-60%
Life Expectancy: Up to 25 Years
UVB Range: 5.0 but 10.0 is recommended
Minimum Cage Size: 10 Gallon
This species inhabits the mixed woodlands and bush lands of Southern Mexico. Most will become tame with regular handling. Males can become territorial, separate from other males. Hyperactive and hard to hold.
Food: Crickets, Worms, Small Mice
Temperature Range: 78 - 90F
Humidity Range: Medium
Life Expectancy:Up to 20 Years
Minimum Cage Size: 40 Gallon
Mountain Horned Dragons require strict vitamin and acidic supplementation. This is not hard to do with properly dusted crickets. They should have a good hydration system in place as well.
Diet: Crickets, Worms
Life Expectancy: 8-12 Years
Temperature Range: Do not go over 84°F, 50-75 Watt Day Glo
Humidity Range: High
UVB Range: 5.0 Repti-Glo
Minimum Cage Size: 27-33 Gallon
Fat-tailed geckos like the Leopard Gecko are one of the best starter lizards. They are very docile and easy to take care of, and a very hardy lizard.
Diet: Crickets, Worms, occasional Honey or Mashed Fruit
Temperature Range: 82-86F ambient, 95F basking
Humidity Range: 50-70%
Life Expectancy: 14-20 years
Minimum Cage Size: 10Gal
This is a very unique nocturnal gecko as it looks very much like a leaf to hide from predators. This elusive gecko makes a great pet as it will stay small, is handle-able, as well as a fairly hardy species as long as the keeper is making sure the humidity stays where it should be.
Diet: Crickets, Worms, Fruit Mash
Temperature Range: 70-83F
Humidity Range: 75-100%
Life Expectancy: 10 Years
UVB Range: 2.0 - 5.0
Minimum Cage Size: 10 Gallon
Tokay geckos are notoriously aggressive, most require leather gloves to handle but in rare occasions can be tamed. For this reason Tokays make great display lizards as they are very colorful and make a distinct barking noise to attract mates and void off predators.
Diet: Crickets, Worms
Temperature Range: 81-91F ambient, 104F basking
Humidity Range:70-90%
Life Expectancy: 23+ years
Minimum Cage Size: 40Gal
This very active day gecko makes a great display pet. These animals are not easily handled as their skin is very sensitive and can be damaged if handled to rough. A butterfly net is recommended when moving them around.
Diet: Crickets, Worms, Fruits, Honey
Temperature Range: 80-85F ambient, 95-104F basking
Humidity Range: 60-70%
Life Expectancy: up to 11 years
Minimum Cage Size: 40Gal
Fat-tailed geckos like the Leopard Gecko are one of the best starter lizards. They are very docile and easy to take care of, and a very hardy lizard.
Diet: Crickets, Worms, occasional Honey or Mashed Fruit
Temperature Range: 82-86F ambient, 95F basking
Humidity Range: 50-70%
Life Expectancy: 14-20 years
Minimum Cage Size: 10Gal
This is a very easy gecko to take care of. It is also very calm and easily handled and the perfect gecko for a beginner.
Diet: Crickets, Worms
Age: Juvenile
Temperature Range: 80-85F with a 88F basking spot
Humidity Range: 50-80%
Life Expectancy: Up to 10 Years
Minimum Cage Size: 10 Gallon
Difficulty to Keep: Beginner
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Crested Geckos are easy and inexpensive to take care of compared to most reptiles. They are nocturnal so will be most active and night. Most are easily handled and are an extremely soft reptile despite their rough appearance.
Diet: Crickets, Worms, Fruit, Honey
Temperature Range: 72-80F
Humidity Range: 60-80%
Life Expectancy: 5-8years
Minimum Cage Size: 10Gal
Corn snakes are great beginner pets for all ages. They require little care and are very docile. A hiding place is recommended so the snake has somewhere to retreat if feeling vulnerable.
Diet: Mice and Rats
Life Expectancy: 12-15 Years
Temperature Range: 85-90°F
Humiditiy Range: Low
Minimum Cage Size: 33 Gallon for Adult, 10 Gallon for Juvenile
The Ball Python is a great starter snake. It is very docile and easily handled. They only get about 4 feet long fully grown and don't require very much maintenance making them a great pet.
Diet: Mice
Temperature Range: 78-80F ambient, 90F basking
Humidity Range: 60-80%
Life Expectancy: Up to 40 Years
Minimum Cage Size: 20 Gallon
Bearded Dragons are one of the best reptiles you can buy as a pet. They are affectionate, gentle, and easy to handle.
Diet: Under 1 year = Bugs and Fresh greens daily; Over 1 Year = Bugs 2 times weekly and fresh greens daily
Life Expectancy: 8-15 Years
Temperature Range: 100-110°F Basking area
Humidity Range: Low
Minimum Cage Size: 25 Gallon for Juvenile, 40 Gallon for Adult
Australian Water Dragons are skilled climbers and very active. They require large enclosures with a fair amount of vertical space. They can be nervous when young and may try to run or even jump in an attempt to escape. Older dragons tend to calm down with regular handling as they grow.
Diet: Crickets, Worms, Soft Fruits
Life Expectancy: 14-17 Years
Temperature Range: 88-95°F
Humidity Range: Medium
UVB Range: Repti-Glo 5.0
Minimum Cage Size: 6ft L x 2ft W x 4ft H
Date of Birth: February 04, 2010
Rosehair Tarantulas are hardy desert creatures that are perfect for first time tarantula owners and experienced keepers alike. They will eat as much as they can to prepare for the dry season since they are programmed in nature to do so. Try not to over feed them.
Diet: Crickets, Worms, Pinkie Mouse occasionally
Life Expectancy: 20-40 Years
Temperature Range: Room Temperature or 74-84°F
Humidity Range: Low
Minimum Cage Size: 10-15 Gallon
Diet: Vegies: Collard Greens, Squash, Kale..
Age: Juvenile
Temperature Range: 80-130F with a 110-120F Basking Spot
Humidity Range: 40-50%
Life Expectancy: Up to 15 Years
UVB Range: UVB 10.0 Minimum
Minimum Cage Size: 4' x 2'
Difficulty to Keep: Beginner to Moderate
Date of Birth: February 04, 2010
The emperors are a docile large scorpion. Generally they do not sting or pinch but you should give them their space. Give them spaces to hide and keep them humid. Excellent beginner invertebrate.
Diet: Crickets, Worms
Temperature Range: 85F Under Tank Heater or 75 Infrared or Day-Glo
Humidity Range: Medium
Life Expectancy: 6-7 Years
Minimum Cage Size: 5.5 to 10 Gal
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Fat-tailed geckos like the Leopard Gecko are one of the best starter lizards. They are very docile and easy to take care of, and a very hardy lizard.
Diet: Crickets, Worms, occasional Honey or Mashed Fruit
Temperature Range: 82-86F ambient, 95F basking
Humidity Range: 50-70%
Life Expectancy: 14-20 years
Minimum Cage Size: 10Gal
