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Hermann's tortoises are small, hardy and endearing turtles, who often thrive in captivity. But unfortunately, many people acquire them without first learning how to properly care for them. This often leads to frustrated keepers and rejected reptiles, which is bad for all parties. Accordingly, prospective keepers must learn as much as possible about the biology, behavior and ecology of the species, in order to provide their pets with the highes...

Tegus are interesting and hardy lizards that make great pets for those seeking a lizard that usually tolerates a moderate amount of handling. Most tegus become quite tame over time, and they display a number of unique behaviors that are fascinating to observe in person. Additionally, tegus have one of the broadest diets of any commonly kept lizard, which not only makes them easy to feed, but entertaining too.But while tegus are relatively easy...

Anoles (Anolis spp.) are attractive, interesting lizards that make great pets for both novice and advanced keepers alike. Many become quite tame over time, and most are small enough that it is easy to provide them with spacious, visually appealing habitats, in which they'll display a number of unique behaviors as they go about their daily lives. Additionally, most anoles are quite affordable, which makes them an ideal choice for those who are ...

Most large tortoises are popular with turtle enthusiasts, but sulcatas are undoubtedly the most beloved of all. Given their impressive size, gentle personalities and attractive markings, this should not be surprising. Unfortunately, many people acquire sulcatas without first learning about their needs, which often leads to frustrated keepers and neglected tortoises. As when caring for any animal as a pet, keepers must learn as much as possible...

Despite their ubiquity in some areas of the natural world, snapping turtles are somewhat rare in captive collections. This is not surprising, given that snapping turtles grow to be quite large and their dispositions often range from irritable to overtly hostile, a momentary lapse in concentration can have disastrous consequences. However, while snapping turtles are wholly inappropriate for beginning turtle keepers and those without the mea...

Few turtles are better known in North America than the charming and widespread box turtle. While they are frequently seen walking through forests and crossing neighborhood roads after summer showers, they are also among the most popular pet turtle species in the world. Unfortunately, many people acquire box turtles without first learning about their needs, which often leads to frustrated keepers and rejected reptiles. As when caring for any an...

As the reptile-keeping hobby has grown, keepers and breeders have sought species that thrive best in the captive habitat. Bearded Dragons are one of the best examples of this. Beautiful, tame and interesting, bearded dragons certainly draw a considerable amount of interest from reptile enthusiasts, but it is their moderate size, hardy nature and generalist feeding habits that make them so well-suited for captivity. However, bearded dragons do ...

Given their unique body plans, independently mobile eyes and unthinkably long tongues, it should be no surprise that chameleons are some of the most popular lizards among reptile enthusiasts. Throw in their ability to change colors in spectacular fashion, and these lizards rise to nearly mythological levels. But this unusual biology means that these lizards require rather specific husbandry, and they are generally not suitable for beginners. N...

As the reptile-keeping hobby has grown, keepers and breeders have sought species that thrive best in the captive habitat. Pogona Vitticeps (Bearded dragons) are one of the best examples of this. Beautiful, tame and interesting, Pogona Vitticeps certainly draw a considerable amount of interest from reptile enthusiasts, but it is their moderate size, hardy nature and generalist feeding habits that make them so well-suited for captivity. However,...

Named for the rainbow-like sheen cast by their scales, rainbow boas (Epicrates spp.) are among the most beautiful snakes in the world. In fact, because they are aesthetically appealing, possess calm personalities and remain smaller than many gigantic constrictors, rainbow boas have become some of the most popular snakes in the world. This popularity has led many keepers to breed rainbow boas, thereby making it easy for enthusiasts to work with...

Hailing from the wetlands of South America, yellow anacondas are some of the most fascinating snakes in existence. Supremely adapted to the habitats they call home, yellow anacondas manage to dwell in a difficult world, full of competitors, predators and other dangers. Because of their hardy nature and manageable size, yellow anacondas make wonderful pets for those with the necessary dedication and resources. However, prospective keepers must ...

In many ways, carpet pythons are one of the finest snakes a reptile-enthusiast could desire. They offer a unique combination of traits, aesthetics and tendencies, which make them wonderful pets for those with the necessary dedication and resources to provide them with a high quality of life. However, like all other snake species, keepers must educate themselves before acquiring their new pet. Keepers that fail to do so rarely keep their ne...