When it comes to herpetoculture, or the keeping and breeding of reptiles and amphibians, having a solid, well-functioning incubator is often one of the most important aspects for this process.

Reptiles and amphibians can be found in nearly all areas of the world, except perhaps Antarctica, and in nearly all types of habitats, biomes, or natural communities.

But what about if one is interested in a “vegetarian” species of reptile or amphibian? Are there species which do not require any such rodent, or meat based diets, insects, fish, or any other sources of “live” feeders for that matter? Never fear, as it turns out, there are still options for you when it comes to a pet reptile!

However, one aspect to maintaining a pet snake which at least some might find to be a somewhat squeamish and unappealing aspect of their care, is that fact that a vast majority of species of snakes require rodents. But what if we told you there are some snakes out there which don’t require rodents?

One question which is frequently asked, is just how exactly do snakes, and other reptiles, shed their skin? What causes them to do so? What is actually happening, physiologically underneath, when a reptile sheds their skin? And how are they similar (and different) from us, in these regards? Find our more in this educational article!

Another very commonly asked question and subject many reptile and amphibian hobbyists, enthusiasts, and pet owners have about their animal(s) is how long they are, or otherwise, how to accurately measure them in terms of their length.

One of the most common pet reptile species involved or implicated in these sorts of handling or “aggression” issues by far, have to be green iguanas.