One of the most Fascinating Lizards in the Pet Trade Today Mourning Gecko (Lepidodactylus lugubris) is one of the most fascinating species of geckos in the world. The Mourning gecko, as they call it, is a parthenogenetic reptile, meaning that its embryo grows and develops without fertilization. This nocturnal organism has a very communal orientation…
With A Dual Reputation That of a Lovable Docility and Nasty Biters Rhacodactylus leachianus is the species name for New Caledonian Giant Geckos. They inhabit both the mainland including the Grand Terre (mainland) which is the largest region and the islands of New Caledonia, namely Pine Isle, Island E, Bayonnaise, Nu Ami, and Nu Ana….
Not Only Have a Natural Camouflage, But Can Also Alter Their Skin Brightness at Will Hemidactylus turcicus is the scientific name for the Mediterranean house Geckos. As the name suggests, they inhabit regions around the Mediterranean Sea. It has spread to Europe and America thanks to its adaptability. It can inhabit deserts, rural areas, suburban…
Has Different Sizes, Colors and Genetics Leopard Gecko Morphs have different sizes, colors, and genetics. These days one can see a large variety of Gecko Morphs. The receding variety comprises of Blizzards or Murphy Patternless, whereas the dominant varieties include Enigma, co-dominant like the Giants and Mack Snow, combo morphs such as Dreamsickle, and line…
Geckos are lizards seen all over the world in moderate climates and belong to the lower order Gekkota. Their length varies from 1.6 cm ( about three-quarters of an inch ) up to 60 cm, ( about 24 inches). A clear Majority of them are unable to blink. Each iris has a fixed lens within…
Scientific Classification Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Reptilia Order: Testudines Suborder: Cryptodira Family: Testudinidae Genus: Chelonoidis Species: C. denticulata Binomial name: Chelonoidis denticulata The Amazon yellow-footed tortoise (previously called Geochelone denticulate, presently Chelonoidis) is a genus of the group Testudinidae. This tortoise relates to the red-footed tortoise (C. carbonaria). We see them…
More people now are getting intrigued with the idea of keeping tortoises as pets. As a matter of fact, the maintenance cost is minimal and you have over 250 varieties as your choice. Prior to taking a decision on having a tortoise as a pet in your home, knowledge of their expectations and how to…
Many people are interested in reading about tortoises. They would like to know more about the facts regarding the various aspects of the life of this reptile. Though biologists have discovered a lot of facts about them, there are still a lot of unknown facts. These facts are bound to astonish you when you get…
Scientific Classification Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Subphylum: Vertebrata Class: Reptilia Order: Testudines Family: Testudinidae Genus: Gopherus Species: G. berlandieri Binomial name: Gopherus berlandieri The carapace (upper shell) of the North American species, the Berlandier’s Tortoise, the tortoise, Gopherus berlandieri, or the Texas Tortoise is more or less rectangular in shape. The carapace is…
Scientific Classification Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Reptilia Order: Testudines Family: Testudinidae Genus: Kinixys Species: K. erosa Binomial name: Kinixys erosa We can identify the Hinge Back tortoise, binomial name Kinixys Erosa, easily by its hinged carapace or upper shell. The hinged carapace permits the shell’s rear to close, thereby protecting the hind feet…
Scientific Classification Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Reptilia Order: Testudines Family: Testudinidae Genus: Pyxis Species: P. arachnoides Binomial name: Pyxis arachnoides Spider Tortoises belong to the family Testudinidae. This species of tortoise Pyxis arachnoides is endemic or confined to Madagascar. The genus Pyxis has only two species. Arachnoides are one of them. This is…
Scientific Classification Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Reptilia Order: Testudines Suborder: Cryptodira Family: Testudinidae Genus: Agrionemys Species: A. horsfieldii Binomial name: Agrionemys horsfieldii The Russian tortoise or Horsfield’s tortoise, Agrionemys Horsfieldii or otherwise called Central Asian tortoise is of the genus Agrionemys, acquiring its name from the American naturalist Thomas Horsfield. This variety is a…