Spider ball pythons are stunning snakes. As well as being attractive in their own rights they’re also the basis for a whole load of rarer and more complex morphs seen in the hobby. At the same time, however, the “spider” ball python morph is one of the most contentious subjects in the snake-keeping hobby right …
Banana ball pythons are one of the more popular ball python morphs. It’s not hard to see why. In contrast to the wild-type look, banana ball pythons are very pale in color. The standard black background appears more of a pink or purple, while the typical brown markings are a beautiful yellow. This creates a …
Corn snakes are one of the most popular pet snakes available. A common question among new keepers is “do corn snakes bite?” Generally speaking the answer is “no” – corn snakes rarely bite. However they are capable of biting and there are instances where a bite may become more likely. In this article we’ll look …
One of the most controversial topics when it comes to keeping crested geckos is that of UV lighting. In this guide we’ll try to tease apart fact from fiction, discussing the pros and cons of ultraviolet lighting for cresties, and look at some of the best bulbs on the market to help you select the …
If you’re looking for information on what to feed a garter snake then you’ve come to the right place. Over the years there’s been a huge amount of mis-information shared in books and online about garter snake feeding. In this guide I want to set the record straight and share the very latest thinking about …
While there are many different snakes that you can keep as a pet, one of the most popular options is the ball python. Of course, one of the most common questions relates to their temperament – specifically how friendly they are. There’s good news – ball pythons haven’t just become popular pets because they look …
Blue tongue skinks are one of the most popular pet lizards currently available, but they do have some quite specific requirements when it comes to housing. In this article we’ll be taking a look at the natural habitat of blue tongues, examining how to replicate this in captivity, and therefore how to select the best …
There are over 30 different species of garter snake known to scientists, and many of these have a number of subspecies. As a result, garter snakes represent a pretty diverse group of animals. Each species, of course, is slightly different which can make providing a definitive answer as to how big garter snakes get isn’t …
I previously wrote about achieving a lifelong dream by purchasing some Giant Madagascan Day Geckos (Phelsuma grandis). I also mentioned that I’d been lucky enough to land an adult breeding pair of these incredible little lizards. I’m thrilled to report that I have now successfully bred this species. In this article I want to discuss …
Choosing the right crested gecko vivarium is crucial to the health of your pet. Over the years crested geckos have grown massively in popularity, and there are thousands of specimens being kept all around the world. Thanks to the work of dedicated gecko keepers and breeders dozens of different housing options have been trialled. In …
One of the things that many people find scary about snakes is that they seem to show very little emotion. They wonder how you tell whether a pet snake is happy or depressed, friendly or aggressive. A common question is therefore: “do snakes like being pets?” The short answer is “no” – snakes do not …
Ball pythons are one of the most popular pet snakes, and for good reason. They’re not just beautiful; they’re also typically docile, reasonably-sized and very forgiving. However every super hero has their “Kryptonite” – and for ball pythons this is a frustrating reluctance to eat sometimes. If you have a ball python that’s not eating, …
