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One of the basic information about any pet is its sex—whether it’s male or female. Undoubtedly, this goes for bearded dragons as well.  While basic

We all need a place to hide from the outside world from time to time. Or, if you are a leopard gecko, pretty much all

If you’ve ever cared for pet reptiles, you probably know that ensuring they have the right lighting in their tanks is important. But just how

Bearded dragons are omnivores, but their primary protein sources are arthropods. According to studies, around 40% of their stomach content by volume (and 60% of

People get all enthusiastic about choosing their pet. Understandably, this act gets the better part of our focus – big or small, Bearded Dragons are

If my two decades of dealing with reptiles have taught me anything, the road to happy pet ownership starts with finding the best reptile breeder

Bearded dragons are adorable pet reptiles – beautiful, fun, can become tame, and are generally healthy and resilient. Well, adorable in nearly all aspects –

Leopard geckos are so easy to feed, at least as far as reptiles go. Once they’re established at their new home, average leos will accept

Leopard geckos are fascinating lizards known for their unique patterns, docile nature, and ease of care, making them ideal pet reptiles. Like other pets, leopard

Do you know what the favorite activity of an average bearded dragon is (well, besides feasting on juicy feeder insects)? If you are a proud

When you feed, hold, and play with a leopard gecko, are you enjoying time with him or her? While both male and female leopard geckos

What Are Superworms? Superworms are not real worms but larvae of a darkling beetle, Zoophobas morio. These beetles are native to Central and South America.

For me, eye infections are the creepiest-looking of all the reptile alignments. Something about that perfect, glassy eye on a pretty reptile face becoming swollen,

Metabolic bone disease (MBD) is one of the worst illnesses to affect leopard geckos for several reasons. MBD is a debilitating and potentially fatal condition.

The bearded dragon is one of the most popular pet reptiles, resulting in many beardie breeders and “breeders” and a huge number of lizards available

We call reptiles “exotic pets” because most popular species come from exotic areas, south of the overwhelmingly-temperate western and eastern places that are the biggest

The 27 leopard gecko morphs on this list are some of the most commonly encountered ones. They have also served as a base for creating

We all dread the day we’ll see that something is wrong with our pets’ health – and mouth rot is an issue that is usually

We all love our beautiful pets and want them to live. Ideally – forever. Realistically – for as long as possible. Besides warm emotions and

You have probably heard that: Leopard geckos are “nocturnal.” Leopard geckos are not demanding when it comes to lighting. You may have even heard that

Although the docile, “smiling” leopard geckos may seem to be cool about everything and anything, they can get stressed as well. Prolonged stress is unhealthy

Leopard geckos are quite undemanding when it comes to terrarium setups. They don’t need climbing structures, bathing dishes, plants, or huge tanks to feel at

He’s smart. He’s also fun. And curious. He likes to hang out with people – he often waves at them and nods his head. He

Like a child that outgrows the old clothes, lizards have to shed their old skin to allow their bodies to grow. Most lizards have their

Leopard gecko is considered an ideal beginner pet reptile. One of the reasons is that leos are hardy and it is relatively simple to keep

Walking into a pet shop, and then simply looking around and buying your new pet, just like that – it all seems really convenient. However,

April 5th, 2024: Article reviewed and updated by Katarina Samurovic, originally written by Angela DeRiso Bearded Dragons are ground-dwelling lizards, so securing the best possible

A leopard gecko that won’t eat for days is of the owner’s worst nightmares. This agonizing experience causes great stress and worry in both novice

No matter how hard we try and how many different feeder species we get, we simply can’t replicate the richness of the natural leopard gecko

Can reptiles feel true happiness?  We can’t really know. If they do, it is probably quite different from the human version of happiness. However, we

Terrarium substrate is an essential component of every exotic pet’s life – and even more so for ground-dwelling lizards like leopard geckos. Think about it

Leopard geckos are charming little creatures. Because of that, choosing a name for your pet leopard gecko can be an inspiring quest—there are so many

Brumation is a reptile version of hibernation, or “winter sleep”. It occurs within the same time period – fall and winter, but it is different

Many people view reptiles as cold and distant animals that do not really communicate. However, that is far from the truth. You may have heard,

The bearded dragon, or beardie as we all endearingly like to call it, is probably the most popular pet lizard of our times. The fact

Leopard geckos are considered the easiest reptiles to breed because: They have a long breeding season. There are no special requirements for initiating the breeding.

When it comes to the leopard gecko diet, you probably know: There are live feeder insects as well as commercial lizard foods available in pet

What’s there not to love about leopard geckos? It is a famous beginner pet lizard but also a favorite among seasoned breeders. Many dedicated their

You’ve probably heard that: Leopard geckos are popular as pets Leopard geckos are named after  their spots Leos need some special care and diet But,