what would be the best type of reptile to start out with? and what would i need to buy for it?

Question

i want to buy some type of reptile. im not sure what tho. it has to be semi cheap and easy to raise. no snakes tho.

Answer 1

~You should get a tree frog, even though they are amphibians. They are really cool and low maintenance. All u will need is a tank or net wire cage($20)(most amphibian/reptile cages come with a top that has a light built into it), bulbs for the light($4) A heating pad for the bottom.($15) a water dish ($6), moss for the bottom($8) vine decorations/decor (optional) and a frog($10-$35). . .They eat crickets that are cheap ($1 a dozen). For 1 frog it would be a dozen a week. Other then that you just have to mist them at least once a day and keep the cage moist. You'll have to clean it about once a month cuz frogs absorb moisture through their skin and they can get sick from a toxic cage. Cleaning the tank is simple....dump out the old moss and put in some new. You might have to wipe the inside walls of the tank down but its super easy. They even have a "pacman frog" u put it in a gold fish bowl with pebbles in the bottom and just enough water to cover the pebbles. If you want to get ur frog a friend but dont want to dish out extra money on another frog. Anoles are very cheap and companionable. They aren't so much for a pet that you can hold and play with, but make a fine companion for frogs. They are both cheap($3), low maintenance and eat crickets as well. I have 3 Whites tree frogs. They are amazing! They change from chocolate brown to all shades of green! Plus the make the cutest little ribbits! good luck in whatever u decide to do.

Any animal as a pet is a BIG responsibility. Im not going to lecture you, but make sure that you are up to having such a responsibility.

REMEMBER>THEY CANT TAKE CARE OF THEMSELVES!!!

Answer 2

unfortunatly no reptile is cheap. All but nocturnal reptiles require a special uv light that gives them vitamins from the sun. This will run about 35-40 alone. And alot of reptiles get large and require large cages.

I would say the cheapest that you can hold(one that you won't have to put pressure on so it won't run away like small anoles) is a leapord gecko. They get about 10 inches. and can live in a 20 gallon their whole life. They are also nocturnal so they don't have to have the UV light. They will need a heat light however. These are much cheaper(make sure you get one specified for night. This won't put off a lot of light so they and you can sleep(they much be on 24/7). They live in sand and don't need much humidity. They eat crickets. As long as you get it as a baby and handle it regularly it will be calm and let you hold it. They are also really pretty. They are off white in color with purple and yellow spots with some black trim. They are also very soft. They are very low manitenance.

Answer 3

In my opinion, I think a very good reptile to start with is a 60 foot Dragon, one of those flame coughing ones. LOL.Starting to learn about reptiles by way of owning one is wonderfull and my hat off to you! and I think a turtle or even a lizard of some kind. The ideal lizard is very hardy and almost bullet proof but,. comes with a fairly heavy price tag which I know is an issue but it's called a Teago(?) lizard their blotted black and white, have thick tails and grow to a couple of feet. The best thing about them is their temperament. They are pretty laid back. But the next thing would be some kind of small tortoise. Gecko's can be kind of delicate and temperature sensitive although a lot people including my son has them and lives in the white mountains, elevation :7550 FT. Which, with cost in mind, a turtle or tortoise comes back to mind if your not ready for snakes. :( hope this helped.

Answer 4

Well, the easiest reptile would be a hermit crab, which I'm not sure is a reptile or not. Second best would be the leopard gecko, and if a little harder, try the bearded dragon. Turtles are nice too, but are a little expensive. Stop by one of the largest reptile places in the U.S. (if you live there), which is the "East Bay Viviarium" in Berkley, CA. They have lots, and advice too. Site is http://www.eastbayvivarium.com/

Answer 5

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Answer 6

I've heard snakes like Rosy Boas and Ball Pythons, but my experience with snakes wasn't good. Then again, neither was my experiance with other reptiles.

Answer 7

Geckos are easy. Bearded Dragons.
Too bad about the snakes, they are the easiest.

Turtles aren't as easy as the lizards and snakes, they need a lot more attention as far as cleaning the tank and space.

as far as what you need....you'll need to check online for some of the lizards you may want and see what they need. they may all have very different needs.

Answer 8

If you want something cheep and easy fire bellied newts are easy. They need a small tank 5.5 gallon(is big enought for a few), a submersible filter and something to climb on. Plus they will eat freeze dried worms not live crikets, meal worms or mice!!!

Answer 9

try a packman frog. those are cool and all you need is a 20 gallon aquarium filled with half water half gravel or dirt- they live on land too, and crickets to feed it, o yea, a uvb lamb is also bood if its in a room with little sunlight and a normal heat lamp for warmth

Answer 10

Get a turtle, they are easy to please, not really
aggressive except for the snapper types.I think
it's the best reptile to start with.I run a water turtle rescue and know alot about them.