There is nothing wrong with wanting a reptile for a pet, provided of course you first arm yourself with knowledge. Suppose your well-meaning relative decided it would be a good idea to give you an exotic pet for a gift, not thinking of the reptile’s welfare should you be unable to care for it or uneducated about its care. There are ways of choosing your pet when you do decide to obtain a reptile. Either way you go, please make sure you take into account that the reptile will grow and must be able to fit into the enclosure as it gets bigger. A Leopard Gecko is a popular lizard choice for people who want a reptile that will be smaller than the Iguana.
Another common lizard choice is that of the Green Anole, also known as the American chameleon. While it isn’t actually related to the chameleon, it is able to change colors from green to dark brown. This reptile only grows to 9 inches normally and eats insects.
There is nothing wrong with wanting a reptile for a pet, provided of course you first arm yourself with knowledge. Suppose your well-meaning relative decided it would be a good idea to give you an exotic pet for a gift, not thinking of the reptile’s welfare should you be unable to care for it or uneducated about its care.
A Leopard Gecko is a popular lizard choice for people who want a reptile that will be smaller than the Iguana. This lizard also stays active at night, so night owls may get more enjoyment from it than someone who wants to interact or watch their reptile during the day. The Leopard Gecko can live up to 15 years and is easy for a beginner to care for.
There are ways of choosing your pet when you do decide to obtain a reptile. Either way you go, please make sure you take into account that the reptile will grow and must be able to fit into the enclosure as it gets bigger.
A Bearded Dragon is a popular lizard choice. These reptiles can grow to 20 inches. Skinks can grow anywhere from 12 to 20 inches, depending on which type you get.
Whatever your choice of lizard or other reptile as a pet, just make sure you do your research before you purchase. Please educate yourself as quickly as possible to prevent unintentional harm to the reptile if you are given the animal as a gift.
