Category:Reptiles & Amphibians

A turtle is a terrestrial reptile that belongs to the Chelonia order. It generally has a bony slider shell that acts as their shield and can be withdrawn in most turtle species. The turtle’s unique appearance makes it favorable and ornate to have as a pet especially for people with allergies to common house pets …
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Snake cages can be expensive if you buy them ready-made. In fact, this is usually one of the largest expenses when owning a snake. However, it is easy to make a cage for a snake using materials from the hardware store, including Plexiglas and wood. Save money by making the cage yourself, but make sure …
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When it comes to keeping your ball python healthy and happy, there are many different factors you must take into consideration. One of the most important steps to keep your ball python as healthy as possible is to remember to take him for veterinary check-up on a regular basis. Here are some other tips on …
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Squirrels are arguably one of the most adorable rodents with small human like hands and doe like eyes, but alongside their enviable traits lie their not so desirable ones. For instance, squirrels have a voracious appetite and ability to eat much of your expensive wild bird feed. They are also intent upon storing as much …
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Turtles are known for being slow-moving creatures. Your pet turtle will often laze around, seemingly immobile. As a result, it is not always easy to know if a turtle is dead. Because they are not very energetic when alive, there may not be obvious signs that your pet has passed away. Plus, there is often …
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Conflicts between snakes and humans are becoming more frequent, especially when people continue to encroach on the snakes’ natural habitat. Snakes would often move into a person’s house if it provides a good place to hunt and live. While there are lots of snake traps commercially available, it is also possible to build one of …
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A snake, aside from being an animal of the wild, is a pet for some. If you are one of these people who have snakes at home, you can make a snake cage for your pet. A snake cage is one way to show how much you care for your pet. Unlike other domesticated animals, …
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One of the most popular reptiles that people own as a pet is the iguana. Iguanas are exotic pets that you can keep in a cage and takeout once in a while. They may not run around like dogs and cats, but some people enjoy looking at them and observing their habits. To properly care …
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It is actually quite easy to buy a pet python, because this is one exotic animal that many breeders recognize as non-dangerous. Pythons are not known to be venomous. However, they can still behave aggressively. Choosing to have this as pet requires a lot of dedication as taking care of it must be very hands-on. …
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Ball pythons are one of the most sold reptiles in the United States. But most of the buyers do not know all the fact about this reptile. Its scientific name is Python regius (also known as Royal Python). It is a constrictor. The ball python is native to Western and West-Central Africa. Most ball pythons …
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