A little chameleon is distressed that he doesn't have his own color like other animals.

This edition of Common Kingsnakes has been revised and expanded to cover several related species. The book is packed with beautiful new photographs showcasing interesting varieties of common species, such as the California kingsnake banana morph, and not-so-common species, such as the bright red Sinaloan milksnake. Common Kingsnakes is an expert-written guide on how to care for your kingsnake. This informative book includes essential topics such as...

The Burmese pythons, the subject of this care guide, is a giant snake with specific feeding, housing, and handling requirements, that is not ideal for most hobbyists and an unusual choice as a pet. Nonetheless, author Philippe de Vosjoli notes in the first chapter that his favorite snake was indeed a Burmese python, as no other snake "has ever equaled this particular animal in terms of personality and responsiveness." Indeed, he says, the Burmese...

Author David Perlowin states his purpose in writing this guide, "This book is intended to inform beginning and experienced hobbyists about selection, proper housing, feeding, general maintenance, and breeding of…" garter snakes and water snakes. Since these snakes are inexpensive and docile, they are commonly the first choice of young hobbyists (aka children). Perlowin's commonsense advice can help beginners decide whether or not these snakes are...

CRESTED GECKOS in CAPTIVITY by Robbie Hamper The Crested Gecko, Rhacodactylus ciliatus, is one of six species and two subspecies in the genus Rhacodactylus. In nature, these wonderful, robust geckos live in the mysterious forests of New Caledonia. Despite being introduced into reptile keeping in 1994, the Crested Gecko has quickly become one of the most exciting animals available to reptile hobbyists. It has proven to be a hardy species and one of...

Green tree pythons (Morellia viridis) have become increasingly popular in recent years, despite having reputation for being difficult to maintain in captivity. In The More Complete Chondro, internationally known "chondro" breeder Greg Maxwell provides a through reference about this beautiful and challenging species. This expanded edition of the original book covers all aspects of husbandry and breeding techniques, and includes new information about...

Kingsnakes & Milksnakes in Captivity by Robert Applegate The kingsnakes and milksnakes are some of the most beautiful of the world's snakes. They are found in a wide range of colors and patterns. Some have spots, some have bands or rings around the body, and some have stripes from head to tail. Many are coral snake mimics with bright red, yellow (or white), and black bands or rings. This great variety makes the kingsnakes and milksnakes very popular...

The leopard gecko has fast become the reptilian version of the parakeet or goldfish. Considered to be the first domesticated species of lizard, the leopard gecko is attractive, perfectly sized, and easy to breed. Leopard Gecko Manual takes a close look at all the characteristics that have made these attractive lizards so amazingly popular in the pet world. Written by a team of herpetoculture experts and gecko specialists, this up-to-date and authoritative...

The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs-now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! With their interesting shells and slow, deliberate demeanors, turtles are intriguing creatures. The more you know about turtles, the more fascinated you'll be as you watch your pet enjoy life in the slow lane. With colorful photos, charts, and tables, this guide covers the basics, including: *...

* ¿Le gustaría vivir con un pequeño dinosaurio en casa? No estamos bromeando. Si cuenta con el espacio adecuado y con la posibilidad de instalar un terrario apropiado, puede hacerse con una magnífica iguana verde, de un maravilloso color esmeralda con reflejos y rayas preciosas: turquesas o anaranjadas, ocres, grises o negras, según las variedades * Desde luego, nadie podría criar una iguana sin haber leído antes una guía específica. Esta...