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If you are interested in feeding another readily atainable species that is harmless look for Pothos. It is found in any garden centers and in most grocery stores in the Summer. It is originally form the Solomon Islands in the S Pacific. Easy to grow and propagate with cuttings in water and they...

A female praying mantis. Looks full grown. They make interesting pets. LMK if you are interested in the details of care.

Welcome! Enjoy the forums and thanks for the intro!

Veiled Life Span I have knowledge (personal conversation) from a fellow breeder that had a veiled male last nearly 13 years. The last two years were rough as the animal had to be hand fed, it casque or veil had drooped over and had become nearly transparent and it wouldn't move. Obviously still...

Jackson's as a Starter I disagree that Jackson's aren't a good starter. They are, in my experience, one of the simpler species to keep as long as they: - Are obtained from a reputable breeder and in excellent health - Are maintained singly OR in a VERY large vivarium - The vivarium is WELL...

Panthers as pets Panther chameleons are a GREAT choice as a starter chameleon, if for no other reason than they are almost ALL captive born. This nearly ensures a quality, well started animal, especially if obtained form a reputable breeder, that has an EXCELLENT chance at a quality life...

Hydration Another key element is how much. A well hydrated Panther should have a nicely bulged head on either side of the sagittal crest, the bony ridge that runs down the center of the animal's skull on the TOP. As they gather excess water it collects there for future dry spells.

New Member As both a long time lizard breeder and wildlife biologist I found that discussion extremely informative. Have you ever corresponded with Jon Coote on this subject?

New Member Free ranging is a cool idea with some potential for concern. Number one is pesticides and two is predation. How does your friend combat these two potential issues?

Member The keys to keeping crickets are warmth and circulation. Crickets are best kept at or near 92 degrees F and DRY. Also, scratch the sides of the plastic container with a rough sandpaper to within 2 or 3" of the top of the container. The crickets will use these mini gouges to spread...