At our Zen Habitats office, we’re lucky enough to work alongside a variety of wonderful pets that are uniquely themselves with their own personalities. They live in our Reptile Room that was designed to offer the space, environment, and, of course, enclosures, that allow each of them to thrive, grow and entertain us every day.
Bert is a lazy little boy, always maxing and relaxing! Of course, he lives right next door to his buddy Ernie!
Species: Crested Gecko
Geographical regions: southern New Caledonia (rainforest canopies)
Care level: Beginner
Species characteristics: They are sometimes referred to as eyelash geckos because of the appearance of their eyes. They can drop their tails in defense but do not grow them back like Leopard Geckos.
Enclosure: 2’x2’x2’ PVC enclosure
Bold little Butters swims around and watches whatever we're doing. With that little smile, he is more than adorable!
Species: Axolotl
Geographical regions: lakes of Xochimilco near Mexico City
Care level: Advanced
Species characteristics: They are extremely endangered in the wild, but domestic populations are plentiful. If injured, they regenerate organs and limbs – including parts of the spine and brain.
Enclosure: Aquarium
Charli loves eating and is extremely food motivated. She loves to see everything that’s going on around her. Maybe that’s why she’s especially happy observing us during all of our meetings from her spacious aquarium.
Species: Painted Turtle
Geographical regions: North America, from southern Canada to northern Mexico
Care level: Intermediate
Species characteristics: The Painted Turtle is the most widespread turtle in North America. It is common to see 50 or more of these social turtles relaxing on the same log.
Enclosure: Aquarium
Chi is the boy that started it all! He was the inspiration for Randy and Heidi to build a healthier and more stimulating enclosure than what was on the market before they began Zen Habitats. In fact, he’s featured in our logo! He’s a docile boy that loves to chill and snuggle, especially with Randy!
Species: Bearded Dragon
Geographical regions: inland Australia (arid, rocky, semi-desert regions and the arid open woodlands)
Care level: Beginner/Intermediate
Species characteristics: Named bearded because of the extension of skin on their throats. They can puff out the skin and turn it black when they are feeling territorial or excited for some other reason.
Enclosure: 4’x2’x2’ Wood enclosure
Chip is very docile and easy to love, especially with his bonded human, Heidi! He is very good at letting us know when it’s time to eat!
Species: Ball Python
Geographical regions: sub-Saharan Africa (grasslands, shrublands, and open forests)
Care level: Beginner
Species characteristics: They are amazingly docile snakes. The oldest reported Ball Python in captivity was 62 years old.
Enclosure: 4’x2’x2’ Wood enclosure
Cleo is so much fun to watch and being watched is what she prefers. She’s been known to throw a temper tantrum when we pick up this sausage-shaped lovebug!
Species: Northern Blue Tongued Skink
Geographical regions: northern Australia (semi-desert, brush steppes)
Care level: Intermediate
Species characteristics: They have the most beautiful, blue-colored tongues.
Enclosure: 4’x2’x2’ Wood enclosure
Eddie might have a Napoleon complex; he’s very confident but can be skittish. However, in our eyes he is larger than life!
Species: Leopard Gecko
Geographical regions: Asia and the Middle East (arid, mountainous deserts)
Care level: Beginner
Species characteristics: They get their name from the leopard-like patterns they display. They have a defense mechanism where they can drop their tail and grow a new one.
Enclosure: 48”x24”x16” PVC enclosure
Ernie is much different from his buddy, Bert. He thinks he’s an alpha male in everything he does. His attitude extends to mealtime as he is extremely food motivated!
Species: Crested Gecko
Geographical regions: southern New Caledonia (rainforest canopies)
Care level: Beginner
Species characteristics: They are sometimes referred to as eyelash geckos because of the appearance of their eyes. They can drop their tails in defense but do not grow them back like Leopard Geckos.
Enclosure: 2’x2’x2’ PVC enclosure
As the dynamic trio we call Froggos, they are pretty much sleeping all day and look like little green stickers. We wonder what kind of mischief they’re getting into all night while we’re away!
Species: Red Eye Tree Frog
Geographical regions: southern Mexico, Central America, and northern South America
Care level: Intermediate
Species characteristics: When sleeping, they tuck their colorful limbs beneath them, so they look like a bubble of green that blends into the leaves where they rest. A group of them is called an army.
Enclosure: 2’x2’x2’ PVC enclosure when fully grown
Kenny really looks like a sad clown. He is very good-natured but can have moments being a drama king if handled!
Species: Ambilobe Panther Chameleon
Geographical regions: eastern and northern parts of Madagascar
Care level: Advanced
Species characteristics: They can change their colors as quickly as a minute or two. Their color change is due to temperature fluctuations, mood, and lighting.
Enclosure: 4’x2’x4’ PVC enclosure
Ming is a somewhat dramatic little boy. He’s skittish and prefers his alone time. In fact, Ming sightings can be rare and if you do see him, he’s away in a flash!
Species: Chinese Water Dragon
Geographical regions: Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Burma, and southern China (rainforest or swamp riverbanks)
Care level: Advanced
Species characteristics: Excellent climbers, they can drop into water and stay under for up to 25 minutes. They can grow up to 3ft. long including their tail.
Enclosure: 4’x2’x4’ PVC enclosure
Minnie can be a sweet and curious little girl but a bit nippy when she wakes up in the morning – understandable for many of us! She has a unique marking that looks like Minnie Mouse – hence her name!
Species: Brazilian Rainbow Boa
Geographical regions: Amazon River Basin (humid woodlands)
Care level: Advanced
Species characteristics: Terrestrial snakes that have an iridescent holographic sheen that refracts light. Females can grow up to 7ft. long.
Enclosure: Two 4’x2’x2’ PVC enclosures with Length Extension Kit
Ollie could be in the reptile Olympics as a long jumper! He likes to jump around and away from us and is a very elusive little boy!
Species: Chahoua Gecko
Geographical regions: southern New Caledonia (rainforest canopies)
Care level: Advanced
Species characteristics: They are also known as the Mossy Prehensile Tailed Gecko. They easily blend in as their scales look exactly like the moss they live around.
Enclosure: 2’x2’x2’ PVC enclosure
Pat is very inquisitive, and he loves exploring his aquarium and the plants that surround him. He lives with his buddy, Bob the Sweet Potato, our office vegetable.
Species: Betta Fish
Geographical regions: Asia (shallow water of rice paddies, ponds, and slow-moving streams)
Care level: Beginner/Intermediate
Species characteristics: Surprisingly intelligent fish, the Betta can recognize its owners and even do tricks. They should be kept in an aquarium rather than a bowl.
Enclosure: Aquarium
Phoenix is very curious and inquisitive. She’s always wondering what’s going on around her and who is doing what.
Species: Corn Snake
Geographical regions: Southeastern United States, New Jersey south to Florida and west to Louisiana and Kentucky
Care level: Beginner
Species characteristics: Get their name from the patterns on their scales that resemble colorful ornamental corn
Enclosure: 4’x2’x2’ Wood enclosure
Like her brother Chi, Reiki is an extremely sweet and lovable little beardie. She loves to be around people almost as much as she likes a good salad!
Species: Bearded Dragon
Geographical regions: inland Australia (arid, rocky, semi-desert regions and the arid open woodlands)
Care level: Beginner/Intermediate
Species characteristics: Named bearded because of the extension of skin on their throats. They can puff out the skin and turn it black when they are feeling territorial or excited for some other reason.
Enclosure: 4’x2’x2’ Wood enclosure
Rosie is a very smart little girl and extremely independent. She knows how to get what she wants – especially blueberries!
Species: Argentine Red Tegu
Geographical regions: Western Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay (tropical rainforest, woodlands, savannas, and semi-desert locations)
Care level: Advanced
Species characteristics: grows up to 4.5ft. long; highly intelligent; trainable with patience and effort
Enclosure: Two 4’x2’x2’ PVC enclosures with Corner Extension Kit
More on Rosie and Tegus: In this video our Zen Habitats Animal Care Manager and CVT, Kasey, answers your tegu questions - and shows off Rosie!
Tai is our bold little girl, always wanting everyone around her to know she is there. She is extremely food motivated and sometimes can mistake Kasey’s fingers for food!
Species: Bearded Dragon
Geographical regions: inland Australia (arid, rocky, semi-desert regions and the arid open woodlands)
Care level: Beginner/Intermediate
Species characteristics: Named bearded because of the extension of skin on their throats. They can puff out the skin and turn it black when they are feeling territorial or excited for some other reason.
Enclosure: 4’x2’x2’ Wood enclosure
Zoe is your prototypical beardie. She is sweet and docile, can be stinky, and gives a great “judgy” face!
Species: Bearded Dragon
Geographical regions: inland Australia (arid, rocky, semi-desert regions and the arid open woodlands)
Care level: Beginner/Intermediate
Species characteristics: Named bearded because of the extension of skin on their throats. They can puff out the skin and turn it black when they are feeling territorial or excited for some other reason.
Enclosure: 4’x2’x2’ Wood enclosure