Reptile & Amphibian Encyclopedia — 80 Species Directory

Large lizard from South America. Highly intelligent and can bond like dogs. Omnivorous and adaptable but grows large.

One of Africa's largest monitors. Many individuals are gentle, relatively manageable among large monitors.

A large semi-aquatic lizard with crocodile-like scales and vivid orange head. Crushes snails with jaws.

Famous Australian lizard that spreads frill-like collar. Spectacular appearance when displaying threat posture.

Large lizard reaching up to 180cm. Herbivorous diet of vegetables. Juveniles bright green. Can bond with owners but requires significant space.

Stunningly green arboreal python. Distinctive coiled posture on branches. Juveniles change from yellow/brick to green.

Medium monitor with black body dotted in yellow spots. Semi-aquatic with excellent swimming. Slim and agile among monitors. Often feisty even CB — intermediate to advanced.

A South American aquatic turtle with unique leaf-mimicking appearance. Catches fish by suction with large mouth.

Madagascar-endemic chameleon with dramatically different colors by locality. Ambilobe red, Nosy Be blue — color variations so distinct they look like different species.

An ultra-small chameleon that fits in your palm. Lives on African forest floors, mimicking leaf litter.

A large tegu with reddish body color from Argentina. Highly intelligent, bonds like a dog.