Saturday, June 1, 2013

Reptile Hobbyists Seeking Anoles For Sale Can Find Them In Lots Of Locations

By Rena Hudson


Reptile hobbyists seeking anoles for sale can find them in lots of locations. The most obvious starting point is your local pet retail store. Most of the major chains carry this variety. Another option is going through a reptile breeder. They can vary in price and quality, but many reptile breeders are now operating especially in the Southern United States.

At pet shops you have the benefit of being given a care sheet and the option of returning the pet for a replacement if it should pass away unexpectedly in the first few days. The prices are usually reasonable, although these places often tend to carry the more common species. In addition, most pet stores offer captive raised lizards, meaning if you buy one you are not contributing to the decline of a wild population.

Going through breeders is a bit more unpredictable. Some advertisers may not take real good care of their reptiles, while others may have lizards that are under excellent care. Breeders may also carry more exotic specimens which can be appealing to reptile enthusiasts.

There are many varieties that are becoming increasingly popular with breeders. The Cuban knight anole is one such variety. Monkey anoles are also growing in popularity. These more exotic species are slightly more expensive than the more common greens and browns, but they are still affordable compared to many exotic pets.

The world contains over four hundred different variations, but only a handful are frequently sold in the pet trade. Greens are by far the most popular. In the wild they inhabit the Southeastern United States. They can frequently be seen climbing tress or walls in the Carolinas, Georgia and Florida.

Despite the name, some of them are not green. Some biologists now refer to the species as the Carolina anole. Uniquely colored specimens that are bright yellow or baby blue are quite popular in the pet trade. These color phase variations are more expensive because of their comparative rareness.

No matter where you go to buy your lizard, be sure to get a copy of are instructions if at all possible. You will want to know the temperature and moisture requirements of your species. In addition, you should find out what kind of substrate it prefers and what it likes to eat. If possible see if you can get a supply of food free or at a discount when you purchase your new pet.

You can find anoles for sale in many locations. The local pet chain is probably the most obvious place to look. However, there are many other options as well. Breeders can be located online and most of them do offer shipping that is safe and secure for transporting live reptiles. These critters make great pets and are good for beginners whoa re just learning to care for reptiles.




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