Aside from the furry critters you see during your pet store visit, such as cats, dogs, rabbits, hamsters, and guinea pigs, reptiles are a popular choice to have as a pet. One of the most popular pet ...

Joseph Ferlise, 11, poses with his pet leopard gecko Jay at his home in Baltimore. The low-maintenance leopard gecko can make a good first reptile pet. If you’re a kid who likes reptiles, life can be ...

“They are mainly a terrestrial species of gecko that is native to Saudi Arabia and Afghanistan. They’re super cool and really manageable,” said Adam Riggs, known as the “reptile guy” at Fin-n-Feather ...

This column is part of a series where Verge staffers post highly subjective reviews of animals. Up until now, we’ve written about animals without telling you whether they suck or rule. We are now ...

Eublepharis macularius, commonly known as the Leopard Gecko, is a nocturnal ground dwelling gecko commonly found in the desert areas. In its natural environment, the leopard gecko lives under rocks or ...