Reptile and Amphib

Reptiles

Cold-blooded vertebrates characterized by dry scaly skin, laying eggs on land, including lizards, snakes, and turtles.

Iguana

A large herbivorous lizard found in Central and South America, popular as a pet.

Bearded Dragon

A species of lizard native to Australia, known for its friendly nature and distinctive beard-like throat pouch.

Gecko

A small to medium-sized lizard, often capable of climbing walls due to specialized toe pads.

Chameleon

A unique lizard known for its ability to change color and its long, sticky tongue used for catching prey.

Monitor

A large and powerful lizard belonging to the monitor lizard family, found in Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Water Dragon

A species of dragon lizard, typically found near water sources, known for its ability to swim.

Boa

A large non-venomous snake found in the Americas, often kept as a pet.

Python

A non-venomous snake known for its constricting method of subduing prey, found in Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Kingsnake

A non-venomous snake species that is tolerant to the venom of other snakes and often keeps them as prey.

Rat Snake

A species of snake that primarily feeds on rodents, found in North America and Asia.

Corn Snake

A popular pet snake, known for its docile nature and varied color patterns.

Gopher Snake

A non-venomous snake native to North America, often confused with rattlesnakes.

Box Turtle

A species of turtle with a domed shell and a hinged plastron that allows it to close its shell.

Red-Eared Slider

An aquatic turtle known for its distinctive red ears, commonly kept as a pet.

UV Lighting

Specialized lighting that provides ultraviolet radiation, essential for reptiles to synthesize vitamin D and metabolize calcium.

Husbandry

The care and management of animals, including housing, nutrition, and health management.

Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)

A condition caused by long-term calcium or vitamin D deficiency in reptiles, leading to bone deformities.

Venipuncture

The process of obtaining intravenous access for intravenous therapy or venous blood sampling.

Anesthesia

A medical procedure that induces insensitivity to pain, often used prior to surgery.

Endoscopy

A diagnostic procedure that uses an endoscope to examine the interior of a hollow organ, such as the stomach.

Euthanasia

The practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering, conducted in a humane manner.

Chelonia

An order of reptiles that includes turtles, tortoises, and terrapins, characterized by a shell.

Carnivore

An animal that primarily feeds on flesh.

Herbivore

An animal that primarily feeds on plants.

Omnivore

An animal that feeds on both plants and animals.

Insectivore

An animal that primarily feeds on insects.

Salmonella

A type of bacteria that can cause food poisoning, often associated with reptiles.

Humidity

The amount of moisture in the air, which can vary significantly between different reptile species.

Sanitation

The practice of keeping areas clean to prevent disease and ensure health.

Restraint

The act of holding or limiting the movement of an animal to ensure safety during examinations or procedures.

Physical Examination

A systematic examination of an animal to assess its health and identify any medical issues.