Expand Your Reptile Knowledge
Leaf tailed geckos are a group of geckos in the genus “Uroplatus”. There are many different species of leaf tailed geckos, all of which can only be found in Madagascar. The generic name, Uroplatus, is a Latinization of two Greek words: “ourá”, which means “tail” and “platys” which means “flat”. This refers to the fairly flat tails that the genus is known for. Check out the article to learn more!
Arboreal alligator lizards are lizards that are from the genus Abronia. The genus Abronia is made up of approximately 28 different species, but today we’ll be focusing on just 10 of these fascinating lizards. Arboreal alligator lizards got their name because not only are they mainly arboreal, but also because their back and belly scales are reinforced by bone, just like they are in alligators. Read the article to learn more!
The lace monitor is a stunning monitor lizard that can be found throughout Eastern Australia. These large reptiles are often found in forests, and despite their large size they are great climbers and can easily climb trees. If you want to learn more about these lacey lizards, check out the article!
The blue-tongue skink is a species full of personality and fairly easy to care for once you have their home set up for them. They are a great skink for both people new to the hobby and experienced reptile keepers. Check out the article to learn how to care for these cute skinks!
The Texas horned lizard is a fascinating lizard that can be found in Mexico and the United States, obviously including Texas. In fact, on June 18, 1993, it was named the Texas state reptile. Check out the article to learn more!
Green iguanas are possibly one of the most easily recognizable of the iguanas, and certainly the most popular in the pet trade. Check out our article to learn more about these fascinating iguanas!
The shingleback lizard is a fascinating skink with a bright blue tongue and a unique stubby tail. Not only are they one of Australia’s largest skinks, but they are also one of the world’s only monogamous reptiles. Check out our article to learn more about this unique skink with many names.
The knight anole is a beautiful anole from Cuba. It is considered one of the largest anoles, if not THE largest of the anoles. Check out our article to learn more about these awesome lizards!
The zebra-tailed lizard is a unique lizard that can be found throughout the United States and Mexico. Not only do they have a striped tail, but they will use that tail to curl over their back and wag it back and forth! Check out our article to learn more.
When you think of Anoles you may think of the well-known green anole or even the brown anole. However, there are actually hundreds of different types of anoles out in the wild!