Beginners Guide

How Big Do Yellow Belly Sliders Get?

Yellow Belly Turtles are a type of turtle that originates from the central and southern parts of the United States. They have yellow stripes on their belly, hence the name, and spend most of their life in freshwater habitats. But, how big do yellow belly sliders get? The average size of a mature adult yellow belly…
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Yellow Belly Slider (Complete Species Guide)

The yellow belly slider is a type of reptile that can be found in many parts of the world. They are typically smaller than other types of sliders (such as red-eared sliders) and have bright yellow markings on their bellies. They are a fascinating species and make great pets for those who are interested in a more…

Chameleon Running: How Fast Can Chameleons Run?

Chameleons are known for their lizard-like appearance with the ability to change color, move between trees and blend into nature. But did you know they can also run incredibly fast? This speed of a chameleon is achieved through their specially adapted feet designed not only for gripping onto tree branches but for running too! Although…

Are Milk Snakes Poisonous? What You Need to Know!

It is not often that you hear about milk snakes, but they are actually quite common. Milk snakes are often confused with venomous coral snakes or copperheads because they share similar colors and patterns. But what if you stumble across a milk snake in the wild and it strikes? The first thing you want to…

Can (And Do) Copperheads Swim?

Can copperheads swim? There are many snakes in the world that can happily swim in the water and while some snakes do this naturally there are others that can not. A lot of this has to do with how and where they live. But most likely you will find these (water snakes) near streams and…

Can (And Do) Box Turtles Swim? (Detailed Guide)

Box turtles are one of the most fascinating creatures on Earth. These little guys have been around for millions of years, and there’s no telling how much longer they will be around. But one thing that puzzles many reptile owners is whether or not box turtles can swim? Yes! Box turtles can swim, but not…

Do Turtles Have Tails? How They Use It? And Why?

Many people are unsure if turtles have tails because they do not see them that often in their average household pets. However, most reptiles do have tails so does this mean that turtles have tails too? Yes, turtles do have tails! which are mainly used to help them swim and navigate the ocean or lake!…

Can Leopard Geckos Get Depressed?

Can Leopard Geckos Get Depressed? Leopard geckos are not the most social of reptiles. They typically live alone and only come together to mate and because of this, many people believe that leopard geckos can get depressed. There are many things you’ll need to learn about your leopard gecko if you want it to be…

Are Geckos Poisonous To Cats? Informational Guide

Are geckos poisonous to cats? Every cat owner wants their pet to be safe and healthy, but what happens when they are at risk of being harmed by another type of pet? in this case a gecko! This is a question that every cat owner asks themselves, and although geckoes only grow to a length…