Lizard Care

The Green Iguana (Iguana iguana) is a herbivorous species of Iguana, native to Central and South America, which can grow to up to six feet long.

The green anole is a commonly used synonym for the Carolina anole (Anolis carolinensis), an arboreal lizard from southeastern United States and some Caribbean islands. The green anole is an ideal reptile species for beginners due to it’s hardiness in captivity.

Chameleons are lizard species of the Chamaeleonidae family that have highly distinctive characteristics. As well as the ability to change color, they have parrot-like zygodactylous feet, independently moving stereoscopic eyes, very long and highly utilized tongues, and a prehensile tail. As pets, chameleons have specific requirements that make them less than perfect for the beginner.

Lizards referred to as Blue Tongued Skinks can be one of several species of the Tiliqua genus, but those kept as pets are most commonly of the Tiliqua scincoides subspecies. Blue Tongue Skinks can be an ideal beginner’s species of lizard because they are easily tamed and handled, but you should be aware that they can reach up to 20 inches in length and can live for up to 20 years.

The leopard gecko (Eublepharis macularius) is a nocturnal gecko originally from Pakistan, India and Iran, and has become popular as a pet because of the relative ease with which they can be kept.

Bearded dragons are any species of the genus Pogona and are well known for their calm and friendly nature. Here are some frequently asked questions about the general care of bearded dragons.

Bearded dragons eat a variety of foodstuffs including insects and vegetable matter. Here are some frequently asked questions about the proper feeding of bearded dragons.

To keep your bearded dragons in the best of health, it is important that they are housed correctly. Here are some frequently asked questions regarding housing your bearded dragons.

Bearded dragons display a number of common behaviors that may indicate underlying health issues. Here are some frequently asked questions regarding the health of your bearded dragon.

Tegus are large, South American lizards commonly referred to as tegus. Here are some frequently asked questions regarding the general care of tegus.

Tegus eat a variety of foodstuffs including insects and vegetable matter. Here are some frequently asked questions about the proper feeding of tegus.

To keep your tegus in the best of health, it is important that they are housed correctly. Here are some frequently asked questions regarding housing your tegus.

Tegus display a number of common behaviors that may indicate underlying health issues. Here are some frequently asked questions regarding the health of your tegu.