Mauremys reevesii, the Reeves Turtle , is a species of freshwater turtle native to East Asia. Reeves turtles are easily recognisable by their striking yellow and black striped necks, setting them apart from other turtle species. Additionally, Reeves turtles are popular as pets due to their small size and relatively easy care requirements. Reeves Turtles… Read more »
A large and colourful lizard originating in Europe. The Jewelled lizard is also known as the Eyed lizard or the Occelated lizard.Males and Females are visibly similar in colour however females will have a generally muted colour compared to males. With time, patience and gentle handling, Jewelled Lizards can become very tame, similar to a… Read more »
Axolotl are beautiful and interesting species of amphibian, occurring in the wild in only 2 still water lakes in Mexico. Very popular pet. Axolotl require a large tank with some decoration for hiding spots. They are keen feeders and enjoy a mixed diet of pellets, worms, shrimp, krill and other foods. Available in a wide… Read more »
Emerald Swift’s (Sceloporus malachiticus) are a small to medium sized lizard originating in Central America. They are similar to Pink Belly Swifts which are in the same family. They are named after their appearance as the males are Emerald coloured with black speckles and bright blue markings on the neck and undercarriage and black around… Read more »
Pink bellied swifts (Sceloporus variabilis) are a small to medium sized lizard originating in America – from North to South and Mexico. They are named after their appearance as the males have pink bellies which can be seen when they sit with their head up. Females are not as colourful but are still rather pretty.… Read more »
Intelligent birds who will easily learn words and songs. Very loving towards their owners and enjoy cuddles Colours: Wild kakariki’s are green with blue primary feathers and a red forehead with a red stripe extending across the eyes. Cinnamon, turquoise and pied are examples of other morphs. Housing: A large indoor or large outdoor enclosure.… Read more »
Extremely loyal birds who require an attentive owner who has lots of time to dedicate to this beautiful bird Colours: Most commonly green, also seen in bright yellows, reds, albino, blue and others. Most typically green with blue tail feathers and yellow feathers under the wings. Housing: Lives alone. Do not keep more than 1… Read more »
A beautiful small bird similar to a parrot which can learn to speak and requires much enrichment Colours: The base colour of a parrotlet is green/yellow but they are available in captivity in colours such as blue, yellow, lutino, fallow, darker green, pastel, Isabel (cinnamon), albino Housing: Prefer to live alone with enrichment, can be… Read more »
Known to be very friendly birds who are fond of their owners and enjoy spending time outside the cage with them Colours: Cockatiels have a grey body with a lighter chest and abdomen , white on the wings and yellow and white on the face– they have orange cheeks. They are also bred in various… Read more »
Love birds mate for life when kept together. Provide lots of attention/enrichment when keeping singularly Colours: Wild love birds are normally green, yellow, blue and orange, but there are many other colours available in captivity including; Black, Silver, grey, Peach and more Housing: Love birds require as big an enclosure as possible to allow them… Read more »