Chihuahua Mountain Kingsnake

Blog #22 (Chihuahua Mt. Kingsnake)

1. Chihuahua Mt. Kingsnakes

2.Reptiles Magazine Online, May 2014

3. I chose this article because i took a quiz on this snake.

4. I liked that this article kept it really simple. It called this kingsnake a beginner snake and listed it lives in northern mexico hence its name. Then it listed things like its length, scientific name, picture and characteristics. They also listed that they are cannibalistic!

5. I learned that temperature control is very important for this snake. It helps digestion and overall health of this snake. They can live pretty long 12-20 years and use there alarming colors for protection. They mimic another snake to predators, so they don't get eaten. Clever.

6. No questions.

7a. Yes, I would purchase a Chihuahua Mt. because they are pretty and docile.

b. This snake was very hard to find on the market.... I couldn't find any listed prices.
c. The only site i found to purchase on was http://tremendoustricolors.com/2010-tarahumara-mountain-kingsnake/1560/, but no listed prices.
d. Just Albino again
e. Morphs maybe $100 or more
f. --->
g. Not endangered
h. No permit
i. No controversy

8. Care requirements are simple for this snake. Only a safe caged terrarium, pinkies to eat, no necessary lighting, and water bowl.

9. Beginner snake

10. The most interesting thing is there beautiful patterning. 

Red- Yellow Footed Tortoise

Blog #24 (Caring for the Red Footed Tortoise)

1. Keeping And Caring for Red -Yellow Footed Tortoises

2. Reptiles Magazine Online, May 2014

3. I chose this article because their feet were red and they looked miniature.

4. I liked how they described that there is a different footed tortoise besides red, but orange and yellow too. You can tell their different by the scales and of course the color. Yellow foots have scales at the top of their head and on their nose. Red foots have shortened prefrontals and a visible frontal scale. 

5. I learned that this species loves the outdoors and does not hibernate. They do very well in humid environments all around the U.S. These tortoises are recommended to be kept outside in large pens with other tortoises. Also, these tortoises can live in doghouses for shelter during harsh whether or night time sleep.

6. Are these tortoises popular in zoos?

7a. I wouldn't want a red footed tortoise because they need lots of attention and care. I would prefer something smaller. 

b. You can find these for about $120.

c. They can be found at http://www.tortoisesupply.com/ for $120 or at petco.com/ for an unnamed price.

d. No color morphs really besides feet from yellow-red.

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f.-

g. They are not endangered right now, but if habitat destruction keeps up they might be.

h. No permit-

i. No controversy-

8. Care requirements include a nice pen with a good environments, lots of greens, good source of water and when babies they can be kept under a 90 degrees lamp for growth and vitamins. Some can be kept inside in a simple container with coconut chips as a substrate. 

9. This would be an intermediate level animal. They aren't huge, but do require some nurturing care due to that their tortoises. 

10. The most interesting thing is of course, their colored feet and cuteness. They are cuter than the huge african tortoises. A lot like Hyde! 

New Species of Horned Lizard Discovered In Southern Mexico!

Blog #23 (Horned Lizard)

1. New Species of Horned Lizard Discovered In Southern Mexico

2. Reptiles Magazine Online, May 2014

3. I chose this article because it looked like an interesting lizard. 

4. I liked that they included a picture of the new finding and stated that its scales are different than other types of lizards. According to DNA testing from scientists this lizard has rough scales, but are formed differently. There are 16 "horny" lizards and this makes 17. This lizard has a smaller body type, shorter tail and different horns.

5. I learned that the world is still generating new species of animals and that all species are still not uncovered. It's cool to know that there are new animals out there. This lizard in particular are still protected due to only finding a few of them. Hopefully, a new species that stays to the list of horned lizards.

6. Can these lizards be bred in captivity? How soon will they start if breed-able? 

7a-i  n/a because it's a new species! no morphs are found quite yet and aren't on market yet.

8. I would assume care requirements would be similar to a bearded like a terrarium with other horned lizards, sandy environment with a basking log, uv lights and crickets as a diet.

9. Beginner animal i would think.

10. The most interesting thing is the new scales. 

Rosy Boas

Blog #20 (Rosy Boas)

1. Rosy Boa Care Sheet

2. Reptiles Magazine Online, May 2014

3. I chose this article because it showed an Albino Rosy Boa which looked different and cool.

4. I liked that this article listed that this snake is a common household snake. They can be purchased for as little as $25. In general, I quality boa will cost a little more though because it has to be bred correctly. Some kinds include the coastal cali and desert phase rosy boas.

5. I learned that Rosy Boas actually have a very long life expectancy. A columnist had a rosy boa that was bred in the 1950's and lived til' 2011! Typically they will live to 30 years or more. Rosy Boas are also very easy to keep as long as you don't have screening at the top of their enclosure because they are notorious for rubbing their snouts.

6. No questions-

7a, Yes, I would purchase one because they are nice looking and have a good temper.

b. Prices range from $65-$200.

c. You can purchase them at vmsherp.com/ for varied prices and at backwaterreptiles.com/ for $150.

d. There is an albino morph of the Rosy.

e. Morphs are around $150-$200.

f. --->

g. No they are not endangered

h. No permit-

i. No controversy-

8. Care requirements are quite simple for the Rosy. Make sure it has a proper enclosure like a terrarium since they are small, pinkies for feeding, no lighting and water when it needs it.

9. This is a beginner snake.

10. The most interesting thing about Rosy's is there slender body type and beautiful faces. 

Pictus Ground Gecko

Blog #21 (Pictus Ground Geckos)

1. How to care for the Madagascar Ground Gecko

2. Reptiles Magazine Online, May 2014

3. I chose this article because the gecko had an interesting pattern.

4. I liked that this article had a video going with the article. It showed the gecko and how petite it is and it's unique features. They said in the video that they should be kept separate because they like to breed. They also called their back pattern "reticulated".

5. I learned that these geckos only get up to 5 inches and are on the smaller scale. They live a very simple life in a terrarium and tend to be very territorial, so they should be kept separate. They enjoy heat lamps and heat pads to keep warm. Also can be handled, but are fragile so be careful!

6. No Questions-

7a. Yes, I would purchase this kind of gecko because they are simple and cute.

b. You can find them for $60-$175

c. You can purchase them at www.supremegecko.com/ for about $60-$70 and at csmgecko.com for the same prices.

d. No morphs

e. -

f.-

g. Currently not endangered!

h. No permit

i. No controversy

8. There really is not a difficult task for taking care of these geckos. They need a simple terrarium bedded with coconut chips, a small water bowl, enjoy simple uv light to about 70 degrees and maybe a branch or two to chill on. They also enjoy eating crickets and should be kept alone because they are territorial.

9. Beginner animal definitely.

10. The most interesting thing is their big eyes and reticulated skin. 

Green Iguana's

Blog #19 (Green Iguana's)

1. Green Iguana Care Sheet

2. Reptiles Magazine Online, May 2014

3. I chose this article because Iguana's are beautiful creatures and I got the opportunity to see one in the wild over spring break.

4. I liked how the beginning of the article explained how the iguanas look different physically depending on where they come from. Some iguanas are from South America and the other species is from Central America. Southern Iguanas are less cold tolerant and Central iguanas have horns/bumps on their nose ranging from 1/2-1 inch. They also have very different scientific names that they listed.

5. I learned that almost 1 million iguana babies are imported to the U.S. each year. They are a more common pet than everyone thinks. If thinking of purchasing one you should get one from a reptile rescue center. Very few people can actually meet the care requirements for these animals, so make sure you think it thru before purchasing one though.

6. No Questions-

7a. I would possibly want to purchase one. I would enjoy raising babies and selling them rather than having one or a couple of my own. They are huge, but beautiful lizards. 

b. Babies come very cheap around $20 and adults can go for $50-$2,000 depending on size and morph.

c. They can be purchased at backwater for various prices http://www.backwaterreptiles.com/iguanas/green-iguana-for-sale.html & at http://www.reptilesncritters.com/iguanas.php for more expensive prices.

d. Yes, morphs include albinos and blues.

e. Morphs can cost from $2,000-$4,000

f. --->

g. Yes, some species of iguanas are endangered.

h. No permit-

i. There is some controversy with people not being able to meet the care requirements for this animal and then letting them go in the wild where they can't survive or overpopulate. 

8. Care requirements include a aquarium or outside caging so it can roam. Structures are recommended to be built for this animal. They also enjoy UV lighting or just sunlight so they can absorb Vitamin D. As far as food goes they enjoy natural raw foods like greens, beans and fruit.

9. This is an expert level animal!

10. The most interesting thing about the iguana is

definitely their albino morph.

White's Treefrogs

Blog #18 (White's Treefrogs)

1. White's Treefrog Care Sheet

2. Reptiles Magazine Online, May 2014

3. I chose this article because I haven't done a blog on an amphibian yet and these little guys' eyes are huge!

4I love how the author introduced the tree frog. They described them as "smiley", "personable" and "chubby". These tree frogs are actually a very popular pet. Their genus is Litoria which contains 181 frog species in Australia.

5. I learned that White's Treefrogs are about 3-4 inches long and come in green or brown and sometimes jade or turquoise. Their eyes face forward and they have sticky toe pads instead of webs. They love hot enclosures with branches to perch and friends to play with. They also enjoy crickets in their diet and sometimes things like oranges and sweet potatoes to stick on.

6. No Questions-

7a. Yes, I would keep a White's Treefrog as a pet! They are simple and cute. 

b. Prices range around $25-$50.

c. They can be found at backwater reptiles and pet co for similar prices.http://www.backwaterreptiles.com/frogs/blue-whites-tree-frog-for-sale.html & http://www.petco.com/product/118278/Whites-Tree-Frog.aspx.

d. They can come in a jadeish or turquiose color.

e. Morphs are around the same price of $50.

f. --->

g. This species is not endangered.

h. No permit-

i. No controversy-

8. Care requirement include a simple terrarium with hot lighting, a water dish, branches to perch on, maybe some buddies to hang with and crickets to eat.

9. This is a beginner animal! It's just a frog :)

10. The most interesting thing about this animal is still their huge eyes and feet.