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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 caiman lizard
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Caiman Lizard Care: Enclosure, Size, Setup, Diet & More

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 28, 2020
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Caiman lizards are a beautiful and unique reptile that can make great pets for experienced owners. There really…
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Common musk turtle in the water
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Common Musk Turtle Care: Tank Setup, Size, Food & More!

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 27, 2020
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The common musk turtle is a very popular pet that many herp-lovers have considered at one point or…
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A bearded dragon taking a bath
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How To Bathe A Bearded Dragon (The Hassle-Free Guide)

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 25, 2020
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The bearded dragon bath process is something you’ll need to be quite comfortable with if you’re an owner.…
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A snake after being treated for scale rot
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Scale Rot In Snakes: Causes, Treatment & Prevention

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 25, 2020
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Scale rot is a very common issue that many snake owners face. This condition can quickly spiral out…
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African house snake basking on a rock
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African House Snake Care: Everything You Need To Know

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 24, 2020
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African house snakes are a fantastic species that can make very good pets. With their relaxed temperament and…
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A pet red-eyed crocodile skink climbing
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25 Best Pet Lizards You Need To See (Beginner-Friendly)

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 22, 2020
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Picking between the best types of pet lizards can seem overwhelming at first. There are so many good…
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Blood python inside a properly-made habitat
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Blood Python 101: The Essential Care Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 22, 2020
  • 59.8K views
Blood pythons are a neat pet snake that are gaining a fair bit of interest. Once known for…
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A mangrove monitor walking on a tree branch
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Mangrove Monitor 101: Everything You Need To Know

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 20, 2020
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Mangrove monitors are a beautiful and exotic reptile that we’ve been a fan of for a while, and…
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A bearded dragon with a toy
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11 Great Bearded Dragon Toys + Fun Enrichment Activities

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 19, 2020
  • 94.0K views
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Bearded dragon toys are something that many owners don’t think about when purchasing their pet. They consider everything…
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A bearded dragon enjoying a long lifespan
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How Long Do Bearded Dragons Live? A Full Lifespan Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 18, 2020
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For new owners, knowing the average bearded dragon lifespan (and what impacts it) is very important. We believe…
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A pet lizard with a good name
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1,500+ Good Lizard Names To Choose From

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 18, 2020
  • 85.0K views
Picking a good lizard name shouldn’t be challenging. But for many owners, it is! They either get hung…
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An angry bearded dragon
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How To Calm An Angry Bearded Dragon (The Right Way)

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 17, 2020
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Recognizing the cause of an angry bearded dragon is an important skill that all owners develop over time.…
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A male Jackson's chameleon climbing while eating
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Jackson’s Chameleon 101: Care, Lifespan, Size & More

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 16, 2020
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If you’re looking for an extremely unique and mellow pet reptile, the Jackson’s chameleon might be the animal…
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A bearded dragon taking a break from indoor substrate
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The Best Substrate For Bearded Dragons (100% Safe)

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 16, 2020
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There are a number of options out there, but all the best bearded dragon substrates have a few…
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Gold dust day gecko looking for food on a plant
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Gold Dust Day Gecko Care: Diet, Habitat Setup, Size…

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 15, 2020
  • 82.2K views
Gold dust day geckos are adorable pet reptiles that can be a lot of fun to own. Simply…
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Senegal chameleon on a tree branch
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Senegal Chameleon Care: The Essential Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 14, 2020
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Senegal chameleons are lovely pet reptiles that have a lot of character. Not only do they look great,…
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An affordable bearded dragon basking
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Bearded Dragon Cost: Everything You Need To Know

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 13, 2020
  • 103.8K views
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Mapping out the costs of owning a bearded dragon is an important process that every potential owner should…
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Satanic leaf-tailed gecko on a branch
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Satanic Leaf-Tailed Gecko 101: Care Tips & Other Facts!

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 12, 2020
  • 68.5K views
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Satanic leaf-tailed geckos are fascinating-looking reptiles that stand out (or blend in) anywhere. Trust us, these creatures are…
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Golden gecko in its natural habitat
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Golden Gecko Care: Habitat, Diet, Size & More!

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 12, 2020
  • 71.3K views
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Golden geckos are a beautiful reptile that can make great pets. All it takes is a little experience,…
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Colombian red tail boa before eating
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Colombian Red Tail Boa: The Complete Care Guide

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 11, 2020
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Colombian red tail boas are unique pet snakes that have a very pretty look. They’re also quite peaceful,…
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A pygmy chameleon in its enclosure
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Pygmy Chameleon 101: Care, Habitat Setup, Lifespan…

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 10, 2020
  • 89.4K views
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Pygmy chameleons are an adorable pet reptile that you have to see to believe. These tiny creatures are…
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A bearded dragon with an open mouth
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Bearded Dragon Holding Its Mouth Open? Here’s Why

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 9, 2020
  • 88.5K views
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A bearded dragon with its mouth open can be an odd sight at first. Everything else might seem…
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One rosy boa coiled up
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Rosy Boa 101: Care, Habitat Setup, Size, Lifespan…

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 8, 2020
  • 88.3K views
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Rosy boas are beautiful pet snakes that are quite easy to care for. Because of this, they’re a…
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A leopard tortoise walking toward a hiding spot
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Leopard Tortoise Care: Diet, Lifespan, Size, Enclosure

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 8, 2020
  • 54.8K views
Leopard tortoises are stunning reptiles that stand out in a crowd. These pets are not only beautiful to…
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A pet bearded dragon with a good name
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1,000+ Good Bearded Dragon Names (Female, Male, Unisex)

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 7, 2020
  • 113.4K views
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Coming up with good bearded dragon names can be surprisingly tricky. There are so many options out there!…
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Pet bearded dragon waiting to eat a grape
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Can Bearded Dragons Eat Grapes? [Answered]

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 7, 2020
  • 63.6K views
Many newer owners want to know if bearded dragons can eat grapes or not. Grapes are an incredibly…
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African fire skink waiting for food on the substrate
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African Fire Skink Care: Habitat Setup, Diet, Lifespan…

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 7, 2020
  • 70.8K views
Fire skinks are an incredibly unique reptile that can make great pets for owners of all experience levels.…
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A green tree python pet snake on a branch
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27 Best Pet Snakes To Have (Beginner-Friendly Included)

  • byHunter Briggs
  • October 6, 2020
  • 110.8K views
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The best pet snakes all have something to offer. They’re either great for beginners due to their ease…

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