Spotting the Madagascar Gecko

Posted @ 8:04 pm

Anyone visiting or living in Hawaii has probably seen the Madagascar gecko, or “daytime gecko” as most people call them — the bright green lizard with distinctive “gold dust” and red spots can be seen everywhere, and are one of the more attractive lizard species on the island.

Like most geckos, the daytime gecko can cling to almost any surface, and can be seen running up walls, along the railing of your lanai (porch), or basking in a shaft of sunlight almost everywhere in the islands.

Many people confuse this species of gecko with the anole. This is understandable, since both are bright green lizards around the same size, but the anole are more lean with angular heads and thin toes and long skinny tails, while the Madagascar gecko has a broader body, shorter wider tail, and little pads on their toes, all of which help them stick to your wall or even ceiling with ease. The linked site has photos and even downloadable screensavers of the lizards as well as many other beautiful things in Hawaii.

* Filed under: Animals, General, Lizards, Reptiles
No Comments

Small Pets

Posted @ 6:41 am

Find guidelines for basic rodent care, grooming tips, the birthing process, the care of orphaned rabbits, fun frog facts and more at www.animalforum.com, an entertaining source for news and advice on all kinds of small furry pets. If you prefer reptiles or tarantulas to hamsters and guinea pigs, that’s not a problem. You can find lots of reliable information online where you can research your pet python’s health condition, or expert tips on where to house your pet tarantula.All creatures need tender loving care, even pet turtles, snakes, lizards, and scorpions. Comprehensive online sources like www.ehow.com, will take the mystery out of caring for these little critters, including expert tips on reptiles, rodents, and all small pets. It doesn’t matter if you’re wondering what to feed a guinea pig, how to raise chickens, or how to take care of your pet monkey, it’s all right here available to you twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, every day of the year at any time, and the best part is it’s free. Try calling the veterinarian every time you have a question about your small pets, it can add up quick! Expert online advice can make caring for your pets a breeze; everything from raising chinchillas to caring for geckos, salamanders, gerbils, chipmunks, lizards, squirrels, spiders, insects, snails, and almost every other kind of small pet you can think of!

* Filed under: Animals, General, Gerbils, Lizards, Pets
No Comments

Outfitting Reptile Habitats

Posted @ 1:57 pm

I’m looking for a new bedding for my monitor lizard. He don’t seem to like the bedding that he’s in right now. I knew ball pythons could be picky, but I had no idea that my lizard would be so fickle. The first bedding I got jumped in price, so I got this one and he avoids walking on it as much as possible, which is fun to watch, but I’d rather just get him one he’s happy with before he hurts himself. I checked out the detail on reptile habitats on this one website and there are reviews, which are really good because you can see how other pets liked certain brands of bedding and other habitat stuff.

* Filed under: Amphibeans, Lizards, Pet Supplies, Reptiles
No Comments

Storing Mealworms

Posted @ 12:31 pm

I just got my first gecko and I’m pretty excited. I’ve named him Aussie after the one in the commercials (at least I think its Australian!) and he’s got a nice little cage and food, etc. I did want to find a mealworm supply that would allow me to get him more food at once and spend less time visiting the store. I found out on this site that you can buy mealworms in a big bag and keep them in the fridge. You just take them out every once and awhile so they can wake up and eat and then you put them back in the fridge.

* Filed under: Amphibeans, Lizards
No Comments

Baby Animals, Kids adore them.

Posted @ 9:51 pm

My daughter just turned five, and she is fascinated with many things. One of her favorite topics of conversation is about baby animals. We are planning a trip to Australia, and she talks about holding a baby koala and getting to see baby kangaroos while she is there. She just got a new puppy for her birthday, and that puppy has three babies. Thankfully they are stuffed and not real. She loves animals of all kinds, but the baby ones seem to attract her attention the most. 
Perhaps her love of baby animals comes from the fact that she can relate to them the most. They are small, like she is, and they have a mommy and daddy, just like she does. Baby animals also need to be cared for, just like she does, and they are not old enough to venture off on their own. They are also cute, and children love things that are cute and cuddly. The babies are often close to their moms at all times, and most young children can identify with this. They spend much of their day with mom also, so it only makes sense that they feel a connection with something else that does the same thing. An article on Baby Animals 

* Filed under: Animals, General, Lizards, Puppies, Reptiles
No Comments

Iguana Care Tips

Posted @ 8:28 pm

Iguanas are strict herbivores. Old books on iguana care still say that you need to feed small insects to an iguana. This advice is backed by the fact that some iguanas have been seen consuming small insects in the wild. However, you should know that wild iguanas usually eat insects accidentally, when some such insect lands on a piece of vegetable matter that the iguana is eating …

Read the full article here: Iguana Care

* Filed under: Animals, Educational, Lizards, Pets, Reptiles
No Comments

Lizard Cage

Posted @ 6:53 am

My twelve year old son has been asking for a lizard as a pet for two years. I am not fond of reptiles and have not wanted one in our home, especially when it seems that the care and clean up of the family pets’ falls on me. My husband feels that now that our son is twelve he should have the responsibility to care for his own pet.

Read full article about Lizard Cage

* Filed under: General, Lizards, Pets, Products, Reptiles
No Comments

Leopard Geckos

Posted @ 6:49 am

If you have seen pictures of leopard geckos, you are probably aware of what beautiful reptiles they are. Because of the work of breeders, leopard geckos come in an astonishing array of colors and patterns, from tangerine orange all the way to black and white striped, and many of these are quite striking creatures.

Read full article about Leopard Geckos

* Filed under: Animals, General, Lizards, Pets, Reptiles
No Comments

Get A Lizard Cage For Your Pet Lizard

Posted @ 8:43 pm

My twelve year old son has been asking for a lizard as a pet for two years. My husband feels that now that our son is twelve he should have the responsibility to care for his own pet. I have agreed as long as the lizard cage is very secure. I do not want the surprise of a lizard crawling around the house …

Read the full article here: Lizard Cage

* Filed under: Animals, General, Lizards, Pets, Reptiles
No Comments

Leopard Geckos

Posted @ 7:52 am

An Article About Leopard Geckos

If you have seen pictures of leopard geckos, you are probably aware of what beautiful reptiles they are.

Because of the work of breeders, leopard geckos come in an astonishing array of colors and patterns, from tangerine orange all the way to black and white striped, and many of these are quite striking creatures.

I have been breeding reptiles for years and years now, and let me tell you: leopard geckos are some of my very favorite …

Read the full article here: Leopard Geckos

* Filed under: General, Lizards, Pets, Reptiles, Shopping
No Comments

Lizard Geckos As A Pet

Posted @ 4:11 am

If you have seen pictures of leopard geckos, you are probably aware of what beautiful reptiles they are. Because of the work of breeders, leopard geckos come in an astonishing array of colors and patterns, from tangerine orange all the way to black and white striped, and many of these are quite striking creatures.

Leopard Geckos – read more.

* Filed under: Animals, Lizards, Pets
No Comments

Would A Gecko Make A Good Pet?

Posted @ 1:48 pm

“Have you ever considered owning a lizard? They can make better pets than you think, however they are not your ‘usual’ pets and so require special attention and a special kind of person to appreciate the kind of affection and attention that they give you. I have an interest in geckos – particularly leopard geckos, I don’t know what it is about them but I think they are cute. Did you know that they can walk up glass? or even across ceilings? Yep that’s right, their ’sticking’ powers have been of much interest to science recently who are trying, without much success, to replicate the supernatural power of these amazing creatures.”

Learn more about Leopard geckos here.

* Filed under: Amphibeans, General, Lizards, Pets, Reptiles
No Comments

Lizard Cage

Posted @ 9:42 am

When deciding on a lizard cage there are three choices; you can build one, have someone else build one for you, or purchase one that is already constructed. If you do not have a lot of free time, building a one yourself is probably not a good choice, as it can be quite time consuming, and paying someone else to do it for you can be quite costly. Most people in the market for a lizard cage choose to buy one that is ready made.

* Filed under: General, Lizards, Pets, Products, Shopping
No Comments

Lizards And Their Shelters

Posted @ 8:43 am

We made a trip to the pet store to check out the kinds of lizards that are available as well as a lizard cage. My son brought along his birthday money so that the lizard would truly be his. The owner of the pet store likes lizards and was very excited to educate us about them and the care that they need.

Read more about Lizard Cage.

* Filed under: Animal Shelters, General, Lizards, Pet Supplies, Products
No Comments