3 Unusual Animals That People Keep as Pets—And You Can Too
Most people have had a pet at some time in their life and many of us cannot imagine having a household without a pet. However, not all people have...
Reptiles
5 Must-Haves When Getting Reptiles as Pets
Are you looking for a non-traditional pet? If so, you might be thinking about adopting a reptile. Reptiles are animals that require a wet environment but can also survive...
How to Introduce Your Dog to a Leopard Gecko in a Safe Way
Dogs are by far the most devoted pets all around the world. If you live alone and already have a dog, you might feel tempted to get another different...
What to Know About Feeding Your Pet Amphibian or Reptile
Many people don’t know what to feed a pet amphibian or reptile. There are numerous different amphibians and reptiles out there, each with its own specific dietary requirements. Make sure you...
How Fast Can Snakes Move?
When you think about the fastest animals on Earth you probably think about the cheetah or another land animal with legs, right? Did you ever consider that an animal...
What Do Geckos Eat?
In the wild, geckos eat crickets, spiders, grasshoppers, and even small rodents at times. They typically hunt at night and use their sticky tongues much like a frog to...
How to set up for a Mississippi Map Turtle
The Mississippi Map Turtle can be found along the length of the Mississippi River as well as streams and lakes in North America. They are both aquatic and terrestrial...
What do I need for a Desert Collared Lizard?
The Desert Collared Lizard is a ground-dwelling lizard found in arid, rocky grassland and desert habitats across North America. They are distinguished by the two black collars around their...
Are Geckos Good Pets?
Geckos are becoming a popular option for reptile owners since they are small and have a longer lifespan. With over 1,600 species of geckos across the world, there is...
What do I need for a Casque Head Iguana?
The Casque Head Iguana, also known as the Cone Headed Iguana or Basilisk, is a species found in tropical rain forests in Central America. As the name suggests, they...
How to care for a Leachianus Gecko
The Leachianus gecko is an arboreal gecko endemic to New Caledonia, where they inhabit forest habitats. These arboreal geckos are in fact the largest species of gecko in the...
How to keep an Emerald grass skink
The Emerald Grass Skink, also known as the long-tailed skink, is a species originating from Japan. They are commonly found amongst trees, shrubs and other vegetation, and live an...
Milii Gecko care guide
The Milii Gecko is a ground-dwelling gecko found in arid, rocky grassland and desert habitats in Australia. They are often referred to as Australian Barking geckos due to their...
Tomato Frog care Guide – Swell Reptiles
The Tomato Frog, aptly named for their round, vibrant orange/red bodies, are endemic to Madagascar, where they live amongst forest floors and swamps. They aren’t the most active of...
How to care for a Gopher snake
Gopher Snakes are a diverse species which include many recognised subspecies. They inhabit a variety of habitats throughout North America including deserts, prairies, woodlands, brushlands and forests. Most Gophers...
How to keep a Giant White Knee tarantula
The Giant White Knee Tarantula is a species that originates from Brazilian rain forests where they take refuge in burrows and foliage. They are a larger species and get...
Giant African Millipede – Swell Reptile species profile
The Giant African Millipede is one of the largest species of millipede and originates from Western Africa. Here it inhabits rain forests and subtropical environments, where it burrows away...
