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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 pet leopard gecko climbing on a piece of wood
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17 Types Of Geckos: Our Favorite Pet Species!

  • byHunter Briggs
  • January 29, 2021
  • 107.2K views
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There are so many amazing types of geckos that it can be hard to decide which species you…
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An adult elongated tortoise walking toward food
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Elongated Tortoise 101: Care, Size, Lifespan & More…

  • byHunter Briggs
  • January 9, 2021
  • 63.3K views
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Elongated tortoises are interesting reptiles that most people don’t know a whole lot about. But trust us, there’s…
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A bearded dragon away from the terrarium cage
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The Best Bearded Dragon Terrariums, Cages & Enclosures

  • byHunter Briggs
  • January 1, 2021
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Picking the best terrarium or cage for your bearded dragon is one of the most important things you’ll…
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An adult Egyptian tortoise
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Egyptian Tortoise Care: Size, Diet, Lifespan & More!

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 30, 2020
  • 85.1K views
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The Egyptian tortoise is a wonderful little reptile that can thrive in captivity. They’re beautiful, fairly active, and…
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Sailfin dragon climbing on a branch
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Sailfin Dragon Care: Enclosure, Size, Diet & More!

  • byHunter Briggs
  • December 20, 2020
  • 90.2K views
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Sailfin dragons are impressive looking lizards that have interested reptile owners for many years. Their prehistoric appearance is…
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Yellow-footed tortoise inside an enclosure
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Yellow-Footed Tortoise Care: The Ultimate Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 30, 2020
  • 69.8K views
The yellow-footed tortoise is a large and beautiful species that can be very fun and rewarding pets to…
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Long-tailed lizard climbing a branch in an enclosure
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Long-Tailed Lizard Care: Habitat, Diet, Lifespan & More

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 29, 2020
  • 68.9K views
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The long-tailed lizard is an incredibly unique reptile that can also make a great pet! With their interesting…
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Bearded dragon underneath UVB light bulb
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5 Best UVB Lights & Bulbs For Your Bearded Dragon

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 25, 2020
  • 67.3K views
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Finding the best UVB light for your bearded dragon is absolutely essential if you’re an owner. These creatures…
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Peach throat monitor climbing inside the enclosure
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Peach Throat Monitor 101: The Complete Care Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 25, 2020
  • 51.7K views
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Peach throat monitors are amazing reptiles that can make great pets in the hands of an experienced owner.…
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A Suriname red tail boa on a branch
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Suriname Red Tail Boa 101: Everything You Need To Know

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 22, 2020
  • 48.7K views
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The Suriname red tail boa is a gorgeous snake that’s quite a joy to own. Not only are…
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A sunbeam snake on the substrate
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Sunbeam Snake Care: Everything You Need To Know

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 20, 2020
  • 92.1K views
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Sunbeam snakes are jaw-dropping reptiles that have gotten a lot of attention recently. When you look at their…
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Cuban false chameleon resting on a branch
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Cuban False Chameleon Care: A Comprehensive Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 19, 2020
  • 62.9K views
Cuban false chameleons are interesting creatures that can make great pets for the right kind of owner. If…
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A flying gecko climbing on a leaf
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Flying Gecko Care: Diet, Habitat Setup, Size & More!

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 18, 2020
  • 90.2K views
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Flying geckos are incredibly unique lizards that can make great pets. They are relatively hassle-free, and rather straightforward…
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Egg-eating snake on a branch
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Egg-Eating Snake 101: The Complete Care Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 17, 2020
  • 83.0K views
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Egg-eating snakes are very unique pets that we find quite interesting. Caring for one is fairly straightforward, but…
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A rough green snake looking for an insect to eat
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5 Snakes That Don’t Eat Mice & Other Rodents

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 16, 2020
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Snakes that don’t eat mice or rodents in general are rather unique. In fact, many people don’t even…
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A jeweled lacerta walking on the ground
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Jeweled Lacerta Care: Everything You Need To Know

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 15, 2020
  • 59.4K views
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Jeweled lacertas are gorgeous reptiles with a unique look that really makes them stand out. They’re also quite…
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Brown basilisk on a branch
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Brown Basilisk 101: The Complete Care Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 15, 2020
  • 51.6K views
Brown basilisks are beautiful lizards that can make great pets for the right kind of owner. Their interesting…
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An ornate box turtle in an outdoor enclosure
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Ornate Box Turtle Care: Habitat, Diet, Size, Lifespan…

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 6, 2020
  • 84.9K views
Ornate box turtles are beautiful reptiles and very entertaining pets to own. With their high level of activity…
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Owner trying to figure out how to sex a snake
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How To Sex A Snake: The Only Guide You Need

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 5, 2020
  • 66.1K views
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Figuring out how to sex a snake is something that many owners struggle with. There are many different…
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A dragon snake coiled up
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Dragon Snake 101: The Essential Care Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 5, 2020
  • 66.7K views
Dragon snakes are a gorgeous and fascinating species that have interested reptile-lovers for years. Their unique appearance can’t…
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A pet Mexican alligator lizard
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Mexican Alligator Lizard Care (Abronia Graminea)

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 4, 2020
  • 69.5K views
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Mexican alligator lizards are easily one of our favorite reptiles. This beautiful species looks great in pictures, but…
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An adult green tree monitor climbing on a branch
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Green Tree Monitor 101 (aka Emerald): The Full Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • November 2, 2020
  • 89.2K views
Green tree monitors are fascinating reptiles that can make great pets (for the right owner). These gorgeous lizards…
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The popular painted turtle species
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16 Best Types Of Pet Turtles: The Only List You Need

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 31, 2020
  • 107.8K views
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The best types of pet turtles are all a ton of fun to own. We frequently hear from…
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Pink-tongued skink walking on a rock
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Pink-Tongued Skink 101: The Complete Care Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 30, 2020
  • 47.8K views
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Pink-tongued skinks are lovely pet reptiles that we think are very underrated. They’re easy to care for, fun…
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A coiled up Children's python
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Children’s Python 101: Care, Size, Enclosure Setup…

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 29, 2020
  • 83.5K views
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The Children’s python is a rather underrated pet snake that we’ve been a fan of for years. With…
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An Indian star tortoise walking
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13 Best Pet Tortoise Breeds & Species (For Beginners)

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 29, 2020
  • 102.0K views
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Many future tortoise owners struggle when it comes to choosing the best pet tortoise for them. That’s because…
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A ball python that's not eating
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How To Figure Out Why A Ball Python Won’t Eat (Simple)

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 28, 2020
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Figuring out why a ball python won’t eat can be extremely stressful (especially for newer owners). Unlike a…
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A pet caiman lizard
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Caiman Lizard Care: Enclosure, Size, Setup, Diet & More

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 28, 2020
  • 55.2K views
Caiman lizards are a beautiful and unique reptile that can make great pets for experienced owners. There really…

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