Tag: Reptile
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Understanding Python Mating: The Role of Pelvic Spurs
If you ever need a reminder that snakes have a sense of drama, spend a breeding season watching a male python pursue a female twice his size. For all our talk about reptiles being “cold” or “simple,” nothing about their courtship behaviour is either of those things. And recently, inside the Indian Rock Python enclosure…
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Caring for Sulcata Tortoises
Introduction The sulcata tortoise (Centrochelys sulcata), also known as the African spurred tortoise, is one of the largest tortoise species in the world. Native to the Sahel region of Africa, these impressive reptiles have become increasingly popular as exotic pets in India over recent years (TOI, 2016). While their unique appearance and fascinating behaviors make…
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The Ultimate Guide to Caring for Your Green Iguana in Indian Conditions
Green iguanas are a fascinating species, native to South and Central America and are classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List due to their extensive distribution, large population, and invasive range expansion. Weighing in at an average of 7kg, green iguanas can grow up to 2m in length, with their tails accounting for…
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