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Reptile Care
Species guides, habitat setup, feeding schedules, and equipment reviews. Built for keepers, backed by research.
Species Overview
Species Repository
Comprehensive care records for the most popular pet reptile species.
Care Topics
Guidelines for habitat regulation, nutrition, and daily husbandry.
Essential Equipment
Independent reviews of habitat equipment, heating controllers, and lighting systems.
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Beginner Guides
Step-by-step guides from choosing your first reptile to setting up a complete habitat. Each guide covers the essential decisions and purchases.
View Full Beginner Journey →Choose Your First Reptile
Compare 6 beginner species by budget, space, and experience level.
How to Choose a Terrarium
Glass vs PVC vs wood. Size guide by species, budget picks from $50-300.
Heating & Lighting Setup
Heat lamps, ceramic heaters, UVB tubes, and how to build a temperature gradient.
Substrate & Decor Essentials
Safe substrates, hides, climbing branches, water dishes, and bioactive builds.
Complete Feeding Guide
Live feeders, supplements, feeding schedules, and portion sizes by species.
First Week Home: Acclimation
Settling in, first feeding schedule, shedding watch, and when to see a vet.
Latest Guides
Leopard Gecko Temperature Guide: Heat Mat Setup and Gradient
Heat mat and thermostat setup for leopard geckos — warm hide 88-92°F, cool side 70-75°F, night drops, and troubleshooting tips.
How to Choose a Reptile Terrarium: The Complete Guide
Glass, PVC, screen, or acrylic? Compare terrarium types, sizes by species, and find the best enclosure for your reptile.
Bearded Dragon Care Guide: Setup, Diet, and Health for Beginners
Complete bearded dragon care guide covering enclosure, temperature, UVB, diet, feeding schedule, health issues, and recommended equipment.
Leopard Gecko Care Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Leopard gecko care guide: enclosure setup, temperature, diet, feeding schedule, health, and essential equipment for new keepers.
Reptile Setup Cost Calculator — See What Your Pet Really Costs
3-tier equipment budget for your reptile — Starter, Recommended, Premium. See the real cost of a leopard gecko or bearded dragon setup.
Reptile Tank Size Calculator — Find the Right Enclosure
Calculate minimum enclosure dimensions for your reptile by species and adult size. Uses FBH Code of Practice and ReptiFiles standards.
Temperature Converter for Reptile Keepers
Convert Celsius to Fahrenheit instantly and match temperature to the right reptile gradient zone — basking, warm, cool, or night drop.
UVB Distance Calculator — Safe Basking Distance by Ferguson Zone
Calculate UVB basking distance for your reptile by Ferguson Zone and bulb UVI. Includes mesh attenuation and Solarmeter verification.
Start Your Reptile Care Journey
Whether you're setting up your first enclosure or expanding your collection, we've got the guides you need.