Both fire skinks and blue tongue skinks are great reptiles for beginners, but there are some key differences between them, including appearance and temperament. Fire skinks and blue tongue skinks are both interesting-looking reptilian pets with unique personalities, but which is the better skink to own? Let’s look a little closer at the friendliness…
Acrylic paint is one of the safest paint choices for reptile accessories. This type of paint is water-based and free of VOCs, so it can sit safely in a terrarium or vivarium for lengthy periods. You should not use any paint on the skin of your reptile. There are several reasons to choose acrylic…
Baby chameleons are very fragile animals and as such, require careful care and a lot of special attention. They may need a lot more work than their adult counterparts but the reward is definitely worth investing the extra time. Introduction to How To Care For A Baby Chameleon One of the cutest baby…
Bedding or substrate is not one of the most concerning issues when setting up a home for your chameleon but it does matter. Due to the high levels of humidity that are required in the tank of a chameleon, it is important to use the right type of bedding. In most cases, this should be…
Gila Monsters are the largest lizards in the United States. As such, they have few known predators, though they are sometimes hunted and eaten by coyotes, birds of prey such as eagles and hawks, foxes, and mountain lions. What is a Gila Monster? Gila Monsters are huge lizards that live in the Sonoran…
Gila monsters eat a wide range of foods in the wild including small mammals and birds as well as insects, frogs, and bird eggs. When keeping them as pets, it is important to try to replicate their natural diet as closely as possible as this will ensure that your Gila monster remains happy and healthy.…