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Kenyan sand boas (Gongylophis colubrinus) are a somewhat smaller constrictor native to the deserts of Kenya and northeast Africa. As pets, they make for docile companions that are tolerant of human handling. However, if you have heard of boas ...

There are plenty of excellent reasons as to why someone would choose buying an exotic pet over a traditional one. Perhaps you want something that won’t activate your allergies. Maybe dogs and cats aren’t allowed in your apartment. Or ...

Bringing home that new corn snake you’ve had your eyes on for a while can be an exciting, joyful experience. However, if you’re new to reptile ownership, you may need to review certain aspects of its care, such as corn snake handling ...

Isopods are small, unique crustaceans that have adapted to live on land as detritivores. If you have ever considered owning these ancient not-so-creepy-crawlies, you may be asking yourself questions such as “how long do isopods live as ...

When thinking of reptilian pets, images of snakes and bearded dragons likely come to mind, leaving the large and herbivorous tortoise somewhat left out of the discussion. Many are still unsure whether or not tortoises are good pets at all. ...