The Herp/Reptile Thread

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Sweet scorpion frost. Don't think I have the balls to keep one of those, even though they're generally harmless.

Originally Posted by SmoothZ

Are they like other reptiles in that we have to clean our hands after handling them? I know with some reptiles, we have to worry about salmonella. I used to have anole lizards for the kids, and they loved handling them. Then the kids decided they wanted to add salamanders to the mix. That didn't end well for the anoles.

Chameleons are generally cleaner than other lizards. I still wash before and after handling since they do harbor disease. The bearded dragon lives in an arid environment so I'm not as careful with him since there's no moisture to promote the growth of various bacteria.

I had anoles at one time, they're pretty cool little guys. Bearded dragons are the best for kids (once they're full-grown and hardy). They're very friendly if handled regularly.



Here is a vid of our chameleon eating a cricket, and a "walk around"