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Hunter Briggs

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Hunter Briggs is an experienced reptile breeder who has been keeping and raising various species over the past seven years. What initially started as curiosity quickly turned into a deep passion for herpetology, and a connection with the reptile community as a whole.
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A leopard gecko that has recovered from having tail rot
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Leopard Gecko Tail Rot: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 28, 2022
  • 35.4K views
Understanding leopard gecko tail rot is important if you want to keep these lizards healthy in captivity. This…
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A leopard gecko shedding
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Leopard Gecko Shedding: How To Make Sure It Goes Well

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 27, 2022
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Understanding the leopard shedding process is important if you own one of these lizards. While it might seem…
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A turtle in its tank crawling around
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How To Tell If Your Turtle Is Dying: Signs & Causes

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 27, 2022
  • 16.2K views
Figuring out how to tell if your turtle is dying can be surprisingly tricky. There are a number…
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A bearded dragon digging inside its enclosure
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Why Is My Bearded Dragon Digging? Causes & Steps To Take

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 24, 2022
  • 37.2K views
Figuring out why your bearded dragon is digging can seem a bit tricky at first, but it’s actually…
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A superworm for bearded dragons
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Superworms For Bearded Dragons: Complete Feeding Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 23, 2022
  • 55.7K views
Feeding superworms to bearded dragons is something that many owners consider at one point. Providing a varied diet…
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Adult leopard gecko considering eating fruit
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Can Leopard Geckos Eat Fruit? The Important Answer

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 22, 2022
  • 21.9K views
It’s important to know if leopard geckos can eat fruit if you’re thinking about owning these reptiles as…
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A good pet turtle
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Do Turtles Make Good Pets? What You Need To Know

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 21, 2022
  • 28.3K views
If you’re wondering if turtles are good pets or not, you’ve come to the right place. Even though…
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A bearded dragon that might smell bad
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Do Bearded Dragons Smell Bad? The Honest Answer

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 20, 2022
  • 35.0K views
If you’re considering getting a bearded dragon as a pet, you likely have a number of questions. These…
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A turtle tank with slightly cloudy water
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Why Is My Turtle Tank Water Cloudy? Causes, Fixes & More

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 17, 2022
  • 48.5K views
Figuring out why your turtle tank is cloudy can be all-consuming. As a responsible pet-owner, it’s only natural…
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A bearded dragon licking
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What Does It Mean When A Bearded Dragon Licks You [Answer]

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 29, 2022
  • 29.7K views
Many bearded dragon owners want to know what it means when their little pet reptile licks them. But…
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A bearded dragon with stress marks on its belly
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Bearded Dragon Stress Marks: Causes & Getting Rid Of Them

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 23, 2022
  • 44.5K views
Bearded dragon stress marks can appear for seemingly no apparent reason, and getting to the bottom of things…
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A turtle shell peeling and shedding
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Turtle Shell Peeling & Shedding: Is This Normal?

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 11, 2022
  • 27.3K views
Being able to recognize a shedding turtle shell and determine if everything looks healthy is incredibly important if…
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A turtle that appears to be without its shell
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Can Turtles Live Without Their Shell? The Real Answer

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 2, 2022
  • 35.4K views
Many people wonder if turtles can live without a shell, and we don’t blame them! Even though these…
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A Japanese aralia plant for chameleons
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The 28 Best Plants For Chameleons (Safe & Beautiful)

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 30, 2022
  • 60.8K views
Knowing the best plants for chameleons is essential if you’re trying to set up the perfect enclosure. But…
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A striped mud turtle that stays small
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13 Turtles That Stay Small: Great Pets For Little Spaces

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 27, 2022
  • 63.4K views
There are plenty of turtles that stay small, but not all of them make great pets. This list…
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A desert kingsnake coiled on the ground
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Desert Kingsnake Care Guide: Everything You Need To Know

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 20, 2022
  • 39.5K views
Desert kingsnakes are lovely reptiles that can make great pets. On top of that, they’re very beginner-friendly! This…
CCare Guides
Close up of an emerald swift lizard
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Emerald Swift Lizard Care: The Complete Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 15, 2022
  • 51.8K views
Emerald swift lizards are gorgeous reptiles that are also quite unique. Because of this, it’s only natural to…
CCare Guides
An adult leopard gecko not eating for normal reasons
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Why Is Your Leopard Gecko Not Eating? Common Causes

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 12, 2022
  • 78.6K views
Figuring out why your leopard gecko is not eating can be stressful. Not only is there a sense…
CCare Guides
An adult white lipped python
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White Lipped Python Care: Size, Enclosure, Diet & More!

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 7, 2022
  • 54.2K views
White lipped pythons are gorgeous snakes that appeal to many reptile-lovers. However, anyone who is interested in owning…
CCare Guides
An adult black-throated monitor
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Black-Throated Monitor 101: Care, Size, Diet & More!

  • byHunter Briggs
  • July 26, 2022
  • 33.5K views
Black-throated monitors are fascinating and impressive animals that many reptile-lovers dream of owning at some point. However, doing…
CCare Guides
One Mediterranean house gecko on a rock
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Mediterranean House Gecko: Care, Lifespan, Diet & Size

  • byHunter Briggs
  • March 3, 2022
  • 44.7K views
Mediterranean house geckos are adorable and friendly lizards that many reptile enthusiasts choose to keep as pets. But…
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An albino ball python resting
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Albino Ball Python: Care, Size & Habitat Information

  • byHunter Briggs
  • February 22, 2022
  • 52.7K views
Albino ball pythons are beautiful snakes that can make great pets for just about anyone. It doesn’t matter…
CCare Guides
Rhinoceros iguana inside an enclosure
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Rhinoceros Iguana 101: Care, Diet, Size, Lifespan & More

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 29, 2021
  • 60.7K views
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Rhino iguanas are fascinating and unique reptiles that can make great pets (for the right kind of owner).…
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Adult crocodile walking into the water
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Alligators vs. Crocodiles: 10 Surprising Differences

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 7, 2021
  • 90.2K views
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Alligators vs. crocodiles is one of the most common reptile-related comparisons out there. These animals seem so similar…
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A full grown banana ball python on a tree
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Banana Ball Python 101: Care, Size, Diet & More!

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 20, 2021
  • 45.4K views
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Banana ball pythons are captivating snakes that can also make great pets. The combination of their beauty and…
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An earless monitor lizard on top of a rock
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Earless Monitor Lizards: Everything You Need To Know

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 17, 2021
  • 35.5K views
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Earless monitor lizards are unique creatures that are sometimes kept as pets. But their lack of popularity means…
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A blue eyed leucistic ball python resting
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Blue Eyed Leucistic Ball Python Care: The Full Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 15, 2021
  • 59.0K views
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Blue eyed leucistic ball pythons are gorgeous snakes that can also make great pets. But their rarity means…
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One coiled Mexican black kingsnake
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Mexican Black Kingsnake Care: The Full Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 13, 2021
  • 82.7K views
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Mexican black kingsnakes are stunning reptiles that can also make great pets. And when you see one, it’s…

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