Boa Constrictors: Boa constrictors are very easy to keep, making them a great choice for beginners. Captive boas can also be bred if the owner is able to provide the right temperature gradients and food. They do not require UVA/UVB light but as with any pet snake, they prefer to feed on whole prey (e.g. mice, rats). Boas can grow up to 7 feet. Corn Snakes: Another ideal pet for beginners is corn...

Plastic Vivariums: This type of enclosure is best suited for small reptiles. Plastic vivariums are cheaper than other types of vivarium. Wood Vivariums: Wood vivariums are best suited for reptiles whose natural habitat is woods. By mimicking their natural habitat, wooden vivariums can make your pet feel comfortable in their enclosure. Wood is an efficient insulator, which means that you get to p...

In some states and countries, it is illegal to keep certain kinds of reptiles as pets. In many places, for instance, owning any kind of venomous snake or alligator is illegal. The first step in deciding whether a reptile is for you is to find out if owning one is legal in your area. Reptiles are Salmonella carriers. While Salmonella infections can be prevented through proper hygiene, owners must...