Blog about terrarium keeping – tips, advice and equipment
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Madagascar Day Gecko (Phelsuma madagascariensis)
Phelsuma madagascariensis, often known as the Madagascar Day Gecko, is the largest and one of the most impressive diurnal geckos in the family Gekkonidae. This species lives in the tropical forests of Madagascar and is popular with experienced aviary keepers for its intense colors, diurnal activity, and peculiar nature.
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Amur snake (Elaphe schrenckii)
Elaphe schrenckii, commonly known as the Amur rat snake or Russian rat snake, is a large, non-venomous snake in the family of snakes. It is popular among terrarium keepers for its flexibility, interesting coloration, and calmer nature, but it also requires specific housing and environmental conditions. Below you will find a comprehensive overview of everything you need to know about this species.
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Leopard Chameleon (Furcifer pardalis)
The leopard chameleon (Furcifer pardalis) is one of the most amazing, colorful and impressive terrarium reptiles, originating from Madagascar. They are popular among experienced keepers for their striking colors and characteristic chameleon-like behavior, but they are also one of the more demanding species of exotics to keep.
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Ball python (Python regius)
The ball python, also known as the royal python or ball python, is one of the most popular snakes kept as a pet. Its calm nature, relatively easy requirements, and compact size make it suitable for both beginners and experienced keepers. This article covers everything you need to know about this fascinating species — from its appearance and behavior, to its housing requirements, health and problems, to its different morphs and tips for choosing a healthy one.
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Steppe Monitor Lizard (Varanus exanthematicus)
The Steppe Monitor Lizard (Varanus exanthematicus) is one of the most popular monitor lizards kept in captivity. Native to Africa, it is relatively robust compared to other monitor lizards, but it also has specific requirements that require the attention of more experienced keepers. This article covers everything from its appearance, behavior, and care to health aspects, common problems, advantages and disadvantages, and tips for choosing the right reptile.
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Kingsnakes (Lampropeltis)
Kingsnakes and milksnakes are non-venomous snakes of the genus Lampropeltis in the family Colubridae. They are popular terrarium snakes due to their variability, attractive patterns, easygoing nature, and ability to adapt well to captivity.
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Argentine Tegu (Salvator merianae)
The Argentine tegu (also known as the Argentine black-and-white tegu, "Argentine large tegu") is a large, intelligent, and all-around interesting lizard from South America that has become a popular terrarium reptile due to its characteristics. This article will provide you with detailed information about its appearance, care requirements, temperament, health, common problems, species, advantages and disadvantages of keeping it, and tips on how to choose the right one.
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Fat-Tailed Gecko (Hemitheconyx caudicinctus)
The Fat-Tailed Gecko (Hemitheconyx caudicinctus), often called the African Fat-Tailed Gecko, is a popular terrarium reptile native to West Africa (e.g. Senegal, Ghana, Togo, Nigeria). It is a nocturnal, peaceful and relatively undemanding gecko, ideal as a pet for many keepers. It has a characteristic mushroom-shaped, massive tail in which it stores fat reserves - hence its name.
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Boa constrictor
The Boa constrictor is one of the most well-known and commonly kept large nonvenomous snakes in terrariums. It is a medium to large constricting snake with a strong build, a calm disposition (when handled properly) and a long life span. This article covers the appearance, requirements, behavior, health, variations, advantages, disadvantages and advice on choosing this amazing species.
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Green iguana (Iguana iguana)
The green iguana is one of the most well-known and commonly kept lizards in captivity. It is popular for its size, appearance, and intelligence, but it requires specific care to thrive. This article will provide you with everything you need to know about green iguanas – from their description to requirements, temperament, health, common problems, species variations, and tips for choosing one.
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Tree python (Morelia viridis)
The green tree python (Morelia viridis) is one of the most well-known arboreal snake species kept in captivity. It is attractive for its unusual appearance, vivid colors, and specialized behavior, but it is also considered a more challenging reptile companion, especially for beginners. This article covers everything you need to know - from physical description to care requirements to health aspects, variations, and selection tips.
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Red-footed tortoise (Chelonoidis carbonarius)
Scientific name: Chelonoidis carbonarius – often referred to as the red-footed tortoise or “coal tortoise” for its dark shell with colorful accents on its legs.
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Hognose snake
The Hognose snake (often Heterodon) is a small to medium-sized snake with an interesting personality and a characteristic "rim" on its nose. It is popular in terrariums for its comical defensive behavior, relatively easy care, and attractive appearance. This article covers appearance, environmental requirements, behavior and temperament, nutrition, health problems, known species, advantages and disadvantages of keeping, and practical advice on choosing a snake.
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Hermann's tortoise (Testudo hermanni)
The Hermann’s Tortoise, also known as the Yellow-footed Tortoise, is a medium-sized terrestrial tortoise native to southern and central Europe. It is one of the most popular species of tortoise kept as a pet – if cared for properly, they can live for decades.
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Green Anole (Anolis carolinensis)
The green anole (Anolis carolinensis) is a small, active agamin (lizard) native to the southern and southeastern United States — most commonly found in forests, gardens, and scrub. As a terrarium pet, it is relatively undemanding, visually attractive, and interesting to observe for its behaviors — such as color changes, territorial displays, and active insect hunting.
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Red Rat Snake (Pantherophis guttatus)
The red rat snake, also known as the corn snake or red rat snake, is a non-venomous snake from the genus Pantherophis, native to the United States. It is a popular terrarium snake due to its calmer behavior, relative ease of care, and wide color variation.
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Gargoyle Gecko (Rhacodactylus auriculatus)
The Gargoyle Gecko (Rhacodactylus auriculatus) is a fascinating and visually attractive species of gecko native to southern New Caledonia in the Pacific Ocean. It is a nocturnal, arboreal, and relatively peaceful reptile, suitable for both novice and experienced keepers who want an interesting, long-lived terrarium companion.
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Sulcata tortoise (Centrochelys sulcata)
The Sulcata tortoise is one of the largest land tortoises in the world, gaining popularity due to its impressive size and friendly nature. This species is native to the arid regions of sub-Saharan Africa and requires specific care to thrive in captivity.
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Giant gecko (Gekko gecko)
The giant gecko (Gekko gecko) is one of the largest and most well-known gecko species in the world. It is popular among terrarium keepers, but is also considered a more demanding companion due to its nature and care. This article contains comprehensive information on its appearance, breeding, behavior, requirements, health, variations, advantages and disadvantages, and tips on how to choose the right individual.
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Blue-tongued Skink (Tiliqua scincoides)
The blue-tongued skink (Tiliqua scincoides) is a terrestrial, diurnal, peaceful, and relatively undemanding reptile native to Australia and its surrounding islands. It is very popular in terrariums due to its stable temperament, robustness, and attractive appearance — especially its bright blue tongue, which it uses as a defensive signal.
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Cochin Agama (Physignathus cocincinus)
Physignathus cocincinus is a beautiful and fascinating lizard from tropical Southeast Asia, popular with terrarium keepers for its bright green appearance and active behavior. Although it can be an attractive exotic pet reptile, its care is moderately demanding and requires attention to environment, nutrition, and health care.
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Four-toed tortoise (Testudo horsfieldii)
Testudo horsfieldii is a terrestrial, arid tortoise native to Central Asia — the steppes and semi-deserts of Russia, Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan. It is smaller than Mediterranean and tropical mammals and is very popular as a pet terrarium due to its hardiness, curiosity, and relatively easy care.
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Eyelash Gecko (Correlophus ciliatus)
The eyelash gecko, also known as the crested gecko or eyelash gecko, is a small but very popular terrarium lizard native to the tropical rainforests of New Caledonia in Oceania. The species was previously thought to be extinct until its rediscovery in 1994, which further increased its prestige among breeders.
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Yemen Chameleon (Chamaeleo calyptratus)
The Yemen chameleon (Chamaeleo calyptratus), often called the Yemen chameleon or veiled chameleon, is one of the most well-known species of chameleon kept in terrariums. It is visually attractive, active, and intelligent, but it also has specific care requirements — which you need to know if you want to successfully keep it at home.
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Script turtle (Trachemys scripta)
The scripta turtle, often known in English as the pond slider (Trachemys scripta), is a semiaquatic turtle from North and Central America that has become one of the most common terrarium reptiles in the world. This article will provide you with a comprehensive overview of its appearance, care requirements, behavior, health, most common problems, variants, advantages and disadvantages of keeping it, and practical advice on choosing one.
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Bearded Dragon (Pogona vitticeps)
The bearded dragon, also known as the bearded agama or bearded dragon, is one of the most popular reptiles kept in captivity. This fascinating lizard is native to the Australian deserts and steppes and is known for its friendly nature, intelligence, and relatively easy care requirements. If you decide to keep this animal, you should have basic information about its requirements, health, diet, and behavior.
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Night Gecko (Eublepharis macularius)
The night gecko – commonly called the leopard gecko – is one of the most popular lizards kept in captivity. It is known for its peaceful nature, nocturnal behavior, and relatively easy care requirements, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced keepers.
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Uromastyx
(Uromastyx), often called spiny-tailed lizards, are a genus of agamid lizards native to the arid and desert regions of Africa, the Middle East, and the Indian subcontinent. These terrestrial, diurnal, and mostly herbivorous lizards are some of the most interesting reptiles kept as home terrarium pets — but successfully keeping them requires an understanding of their specific biological and ecological needs.