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12 Reptiles That Can Surprisingly be good Pets

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Tiger salamanders are the largest land-dwelling salamanders in the world.  They are nocturnal predators and can live for 10-15 years in captivity.

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Tiger Salamanders

Whites tree frog is a  arboreal frog found in Australia, growing up to 4 inches They make great pets for beginners.

White Tree Frog

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Amazon Milk Frog

This is a large arboreal amphibian from the Amazon rainforest.  They can grow up to 4 inches in length and live 5-10 years with proper care.

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Leopard geckos are a tame species of gecko that require a small enclosure with a substrate for burrowing.  

Leopard Gecko

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Pixie Frogs

Pixie Frogs, also called African bullfrogs, are the largest frogs in South Africa, growing up to 10 inches long and 2 kg in weight.

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The Russian tortoise is a herbivorous reptile . They need a large enclosure with a substrate for burrowing .

Russian Tortoise

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Axolotl

They make great display pets and can grow up to 12 inches, with some having a unique pale pink color.

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The pacman frog is a low-maintenance pet that grows up to 7 inches long, eats crickets and a pinky mouse per week.

Pacman Frog

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Green Iguana

Green iguanas make great pets, but owners must prepare for their large size by providing a spacious enclosure.

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African Fire lizards have vibrant colors and can be handled briefly. They require a tall terrarium with hiding spots and substrate.

African Fire Lizards

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Green Anoles

Green anoles are popular pets from the southeastern US, can change color, and have a pink throat flap. They eat insects and need a 10-gallon tank.

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Rosy boas are great for beginner snake owners, slow-moving,. They need a basking area, low humidity, and a temperature drop at night.

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