Seasonal Picks

There's an ideal season for bringing home each animal. Check our seasonal category recommendations.

Spring (Mar-May)

Temperatures rise and many animals become active. The start of the breeding season.

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Water temperatures rise and breeding season arrives. Ideal time for new breeds and outdoor biotope setups.

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Animals wake from brumation. Many new individuals available at spring events.

Current Season

Peak season for insects. Some categories need heat precautions, but many animals are at their most active.

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Beetle and stag beetle season arrives. Both domestic and imported species are widely available.

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Easy to maintain proper temps without a heater. Great time to start a new tank.

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Requires temperature monitoring, but longer daylight boosts photosynthesis.

Temperatures settle and winter preparation is key. Also the peak event season for reptiles.

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Autumn reptile events are popular. Time to start brumation prep for hibernating species.

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Moderate autumn temps are ideal for raising chicks. Good time to get a hand-tamed parakeet.

Indoor keeping takes center stage. Indoor categories are popular.

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Indoor pets like hamsters and rabbits are easy to keep year-round, even in winter.

Also check costs and starter kits