Posts Tagged ‘lizards’

Keeping a Large Lizard

by Jacob P. December 8th, 2011 | Animal Health, Reptiles, Various Pets
Although I write about keeping geckos on a regular basis, I have never written an article solely about larger lizards, so here I am, writing one.  I have limited experience with larger lizards, but I have handled them before, and I have done some research.  My handling experience is limited to iguanas and a monitor, which are two of the most popular species of large lizards.

To clarify, when I am referring to large lizards, I am referring to roughly iguana-sized or larger lizards.  Larger geckos and skinks are not going to be discussed in this article.  Here are my
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The Joys of a Pet Lizard

by Michele February 4th, 2010 | Reptiles, Various Pets
To be honest, I never could have imagined writing an article with this title.  I am not a fan of creatures that slither, have scales, and are cold-blooded.  In a moment of total confession, I will share that at pet stores I won't go near the snake tanks.  I even will use my husband or 13 year old son as a barrier between me and the tank.  (Please note that my 13 year old son has 3 inches and several pounds on me, so he can handle the responsibility.)

Regardless to my fear and dislike, a few years ago I
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