A snake’s hiss is a mode of defense snakes use in order to evoke fear into their attackers. And, may I add, this hissing tactic usually works well for the snake. Keep in mind that a snake is apt to be more afraid of you than you are of it (however, my wife would disagree […]

Snakes are everyone’s best friend! This statement may not be altogether true, however some snakes do make great pets, but only if you know how and when to handle these temperamental creatures. The Reptiles of My Youth When I was but a child, I loved collecting all types of animals as pets but reptiles were […]

Are reptiles social animals? Some say “no” but then how can you account for all of those Galapagos Island Green Iguanas basking together in the morning sun? Okay, they are territorial, especially during mating season, but you cannot deny their attraction to sunbathing. The truth of the matter is not many vertebrates mix well with […]