Crocodilians, which are somewhat of a catch-all term used in some fields of zoology, veterinary medicine, conservation, and herpetocultural fields, consist of the well-known crocodiles, alligators, caiman, and gharials, or gavials.

How do you build a Bio-active enclosure? What materials and supplies will you need?

Boas and pythons are perhaps among the most well-known groups of snakes, with most being found in a wide range of tropical to sub-tropical habitats…

It should be no secret by now that reptiles and amphibians, collectively known as “herptiles” are among some of the most amazingly unique and diverse groups of animals on Earth.

One significant aspect that can often influence and affect our ability to keep pet reptile, amphibian, and even invertebrate species (such as tarantulas, scorpions, and insects), as well as the ways pet owners and enthusiasts may be able to keep them, is certainly the weather and yearly climate.

Reptile and amphibian, or herptile and other exotic pet keeping has grown and developed tremendously in recent decades as breeders, hobbyists, enthusiasts, and pet owners alike have learned a great deal about the biology, natural history, and reproductive habitats of these animals both in the wild and in captivity.

It is very common for many different reptiles and amphibians to be found in basements, window wells, crawl spaces, or in other areas indoors of human habitations during late autumn or winter when temperatures drops and conditions become colder.

Albinism, which may also be known by several other terms such as “amelanistic” (“a” referring to the absence of something, and “melanism” referring to the presence of melanin), or simply just “albinos”…

One of the most commonly asked reptile care and husbandry questions has to do with when your snake, or other reptile decides to stop eating.