Whether you’re keeping a Bearded Dragon or an Amazon Tree Boa, heat is the heartbeat of your enclosure. For years, Ceramic Heat Emitters (CHEs) have been the "old faithful" of the South African reptile hobby. They’re available at almost every local pet shop from Cape Town to Musina, but as our understanding of reptile physiology evolves, many of us are realising they might not be the "gold standard" we once thought. If you’re looking to level up your husbandry, here’s why i

When keeping reptiles as pets, maintaining the correct environment is crucial for their health and well-being. Reptiles are ectothermic,...

Identifying whether a snake is male or female is crucial for breeders, and hobbyists alike. While many species exhibit no external sexual...

When you bring home a captive-bred hatchling snake, getting it to feed can sometimes be a challenge. Hatchlings can be particularly...