By Turtle Times Things To Try When Sexing Of A Reeves Turtle There is not much information about the sexing of the Reeves Turtle online but here is what we know. Both male and female Reeve’s turtles have notched plastrons. The difference is in the shape of the notch. Males and females have slightly differing […]

By Turtle Times Releasing Turtles Into The Wild & Why You Should Not Do IT Table of Contents Toggle Releasing Turtles Into The Wild & Why You Should Not Do IT Releasing Turtles Into The Wild & Spreading Of Diseases Turtles Diet Releasing Turtles Into The Wild & Climate Releasing Turtles Into The Wild Basking […]

Poised and watching, what a stunning Mangrove in our herp photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user ptahtoo! Be sure to tell them you liked it here. Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read more here: King Snake No products found. Amazon […]

By Turtle Times CHYTRIDIOMYCOSIS IN AMPHIBIANS Chytridiomycosis, an infection of amphibians caused primarily by the fungus Batrachochytrium Dendrobatidis Bd. This is a new disease that has a significant impact on amphibian populations around the world.  Over 200 amphibian and frog species have been decimated or wiped out by the disease.The chytrid fungal Batrachochytrium Dendrobatidis is responsible for this […]

By Turtle Times Best 20 Gallon Aquarium Tank Setup The 20-gallon aquarium or fish tank is ideal for beginners. It’s big enough to house a variety of fish but small enough to keep. This size tank allows you to have a variety of fish as well as live plants, and other inhabitants like snails or […]

By Turtle Times Reptile & Amphibian Laws By State There seem to be a lot of questions regarding reptile and amphibian laws. Hopefully this helps. Table of Contents Toggle Reptile & Amphibian Laws By State Alabama Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Deleware Florida Georgia Idaho Illinois Indiana Maryland Massachusetts Federal Links http://www.fws.gov/ http://www.cites.org/ US http://www.api4anima…als_summary.php […]

By Turtle Times Reptile & Amphibian Laws By State There seem to be a lot of questions regarding reptile and amphibian laws. Hopefully this helps. Table of Contents Toggle Reptile & Amphibian Laws By State Alabama Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Deleware Florida Georgia Idaho Illinois Indiana Maryland Massachusetts Minnesota Nebraska Nevada New Jersey Federal […]

This pair of Common Toads in our herp photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user Krallenfrosch are in the middle of amplexus! Just tell the kids they are wrestling! Happy Wednesday! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see […]

By Turtle Times What is the Cost of an Axolotl & What One To Buy? The cost of an Axolotl depends on a number of factors. However, they are usually inexpensive. A healthy Axolotl costs about $80. An exotic version would cost approximately $140. Getting this aquatic animal is still cheaper than creating an ideal habitat. Find out […]

Feeling kinda like this hoggie in our herp photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user jeffb ! Be sure to tell jeffb you liked it here! TAKE NO PRISONERS! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read more here: King Snake No […]

This almost all white example of the Giant Worm Lizard was found by a Peruvian villager. Amphisbaenids are rather amazing creatures. In fact, they are so amazing that they are in their own family, the Amphisbaenidae. Most are legless, at least 3 species (in Mexico) have proportionately small, clawed, forelimbs but lack rear limbs. Amphisbaenids […]

This male veiled is hanging on tight for whatever is in store for him in our Herp Photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user GECKOPERSON ! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read […]

Happy Rattlesnake Friday! All venomous snakes need our support, and this stunning Olmec Pit Viper (Atropoides olmec) in our herp photo of the day uploaded by kingsnake.com user PeteSnakeCharmer is no exception! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! We celebrate #RattlesnakeFriday to celebrate the wonderful venomous species that contribute to making our […]

By Turtle Times Below we have put together a list of FAQ’s by turtle owners and commonly asked questions we have seen across the internet. If you have any answers or would like to update the below, please contact us and send the link to our team. Sites to buy turtles Exposed Bone Where the […]

By Turtle Times 30 Gallon Fish Tank Setup guide. A 30-gallon aquarium is the perfect solution for an aquarium that will fit easily in your living area and create a focal piece at the same. This is the perfect size for most fish keepers. It provides plenty of space for beautiful fish, and allows you […]

By Turtle Times How To Identify a Turtle Or Tortoise  Turtles are a diverse group of animals with a wide range of requirements. Turtles require different environmental conditions and turtles eat many different foods. It is important to know how to identify one turtle from another if you plan on caring for it. You can care for […]

So precious! We love hatchling photos, like this awakening Gecko in our Herp Photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user SA! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read more here: King Snake […]

By Turtle Times Taking on your first saltwater tank setup? It can be difficult to set up a new tank, but once you have your fish in it, it is worth the effort. The process of turning an aquarium idea into a reality involves many steps. It is the same process as for setting up a freshwater […]

This Western Fence Lizard is chilling like a villain in our herp photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user chrish ! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read more here: King Snake […]

These two little Cresties seem a bit confused which way to go to food in our herp photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user MOC_Reptiles ! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own and photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read more here: […]

That’s a whole lotta bull. Bullsnake that is! Loving the colors on the one here in our herp photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user orchidspider has never missed a meal! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured […]

Female Collared Forest Geckos usually have prominently ringed tails. This is another of the small but usually pretty geckos of the genus Gonatodes. The geckos of this genus are widespread in Tropical America as well as being present on many Caribbean Islands. Although a bit less colorful than the related Bridled Forest Gecko, this Amazonian […]

I celebrated World Snake Day a week early last Sunday here in Milwaukee at a fundraising event called “Sipping for Snakes” hosted by the Eastern Massasauga SSP.  I mean it is Wisconsin, we do everything with either cheese or beer. I stumbled across the event on facebook and was instantly excited! A fundraiser for rattlesnakes ON […]

Happy Rattlesnake Friday! Celebrating with this beautiful Eastern Massasauga in our herp photo of the day uploaded by kingsnake.com user ratsnakehaven found in the field in Michigan. Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read […]

Indy, the Blue Tongue, in our Herp Photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user buffysmom thinks they are hiding in their tube. Let’s not burst their bubble!! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read […]

One little, two little, three little Bearded Dragons in our Herp Photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user dedragons ! It’s three for Thursday! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read more […]

These Uroplatus pietschmanni in our Herp Photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user mcamo3 ,show us what amazing masters of camoflague they truly are! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read more here: […]

Hope this beautiful Sumatran Short Tail (aka Black Blood) in our Herp Photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user amaliamoran brightens your Monday! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read more here: […]

Although variable, male Bridled Forest Geckos are usually quite brilliantly colored. It is often said that good things come in small packages, and this is certainly the case with the tiny geckos of the genus Gonatodes. Most are adult at an overall length of 3 ½ to 4 inches of which half is tail. IMO […]

Happy Rattlesnake Friday! Here’s lookin’ at you kid! Check out this gorgeous albino Southern Pacific Rattlesnake in our herp photo of the day uploaded by kingsnake.com user lichanura . Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read […]

I bet this Nile Monitor in our Herp Photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user orchidspider is hoping for some tasty snacks! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read more here: King Snake […]

You know it is going to be fun when you start out the day with an Eastern coachwhip in our herp photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user jodscovry! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured […]

The sunlight really brings out the depth in colors of this Green House Snake in our herp photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user kamiki77! Be sure to tell them you liked it here. Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read […]

Large, gravid, and very dark in color, this Brown Water Snake was seen at canal edge in South Florida.The eastern USA is fortunate in having several species and subspecies of the genus Nerodia Water Snakes, as residents. Most are feisty if frightened, many will bite if carelessly restrained, and all are harmless (nonvenomous). Sadly, no […]

While not as iconic as the Westerns, Eastern Diamondbacks like this one in our herp photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user Canes05 are amazing and stunning snakes in their own right! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could […]

What more can we say but AMAZING! This is such a beautiful shot of a Desert Horned Lizard in our Herp Photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user Brockn ! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured […]

This cute little pile of Fire Salamanders in our herp photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user jungleemporium are certainly “smoking”! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read more here: King Snake […]

All hail the mighty Garter Snake in our Herp Photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user TomDickinson for being so many of our first wild herp! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read […]

Pudge the Budgets Frog has a case of the Mondays in our herp photo of the day, uploaded by kingsnake.com user frogological! Be sure to tell them you liked it here! Upload your own reptile and amphibian photos photos at gallery.kingsnake.com, and you could see them featured here! …read more Read more here: King Snake […]

Yellow Amazon Tree boas were only occasionally seen on Madre Selva Preserve. One of the first snake species that I saw at Madre Selva Biological Preserve was coiled high in the rafters of the old kitchen building. From my vantage point the snake appeared to be clad entirely in scales of “old rafter brown.” Tree […]