Proper reptile care mostly involves establishing an environment that as closely as possible resembles the natural environment of the animal. In order to be a good owner of a reptile pet, you will need to read up on the different species available to you, make the basic choices on identification (species, type), sex, and group or individual type. When you know these things you can begin to set up the environment for your new pet(s).
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
July 15, 2009
July 14, 2009
Reptiles As Pet – Is it a Good Idea?
Reptiles are amazing creatures. Whether you are interested in snakes, lizards, or turtles, there is always something different and fascinating to be learned. Children are also intrigued by the foreign looking animals, with scales and shells rather than skin and hair, and often convince their parents to let them have a newt or a snake to keep them company in their room, a turtle or salamander to study for a science fair project. It is estimated that there are over 11 million reptiles being held as pets in America, 11 million snakes and lizards and turtles that act as pets for our children, but bring many risks into our households that few realize.
