choosing a rep

[Monza geckos]

Hi there just wondering if anyone had an idea for a reptile probably a lizard or gecko other than a leo thats cheap doesn't get too big and also that isn't too expensive to setup and care for

[Lija]

I'd say tarantula lol

[Truffs1178]

I'd say tarantula lol

I know Monza Geckos and he doesn't like anything but lizards. I've tried getting him into some of my pet frogs, spiders, tortoise etc but he only seems to be interested in my chameleon, bearded dragon and other lizards. JUST GET A FROG BENNN!!!!!!!

Edit:Viviparous lizards, vipers, slow worms and grass snakes. You can just look in the forest for them.

[Psychotic]

Crested geckos are pretty neat. However they might be too advanced for a child to take care of on his own. I do not own any but they seem pretty simple to take care of once you have everything set up. Only thing is you have to feed them Repashy crested gecko diet or similar crested gecko diet.

Water Dragons usually don't cost a lot and are easy to care for. However set up probably won't be cheap.

I think for ease of care and ease of set up I would recommend Anoles. I don't know about where you live, but in the states they are usually pretty cheap. They are small though and may not be able to handle them unless they are super tame (they can be very fast). Their tank is set up similar to a bearded dragon. They need a basking area and UVB lighting.

[Soli]

I second crested geckos, they are by far the easiest reptiles to care for. As long as you feed them Crested Gecko Diet by Repashy (or a similar complete diet) they are very hardy. They need a good amount of humidity but thus can be achieved by misting in the morning and night. They also thrive at room temperature, just make sure they don't get too hot (above 80 can kill them). They are also really docile!

[poison]

I would go with a leo or a crestie. Or if you wanna have fun then a Tokay (but these are generally wild caught so not a good idea for a first lizard)

Definetelly rule out water dragons. They are NOT easy to care for. Its very sad that I see a lot of people get them because they are so cheap and throw them in a fish tank that can not hold any humidity. Please stay away from these.

[nok1888]

Easiest pet I've got is my Royal Pythons. As long as they have the correct heat gradient, 2 hides and food once a week they're happy. The worst thing about them is the fact they sometimes go months without eating, one of mine never ate for 4 months but I've heard them going 8-12 months.

All lizards are more work as they require feeding and spot cleaning every day, on the plus side they are more active than most snakes during the day

The most expensive thing regardless of what reptile you keep is the set up.

Just be sure you want a pet that can live for 10+ years or 20+ if you get a snake. I'm sick of seeing animal shelters get loads of unwanted animals in or stories of abandoned animals. Not saying you would but just make sure you can offer it a good home for the rest of its life.

I've spoken to someone who has 2 Rroyal Pythons aged 40 and 43 so it's a long term commitment lol

2.0 Border Collies - Jinky & Chance
3.0 Cats - Monty, Dodger & Crunchie
1.1 Royal Pythons Orlina & Sedrick
0.1 BCI Boa - Aasia
1.0 Western Hognose - Hagrid
0.1 Bearded Dragon - iiara

[poison]

Well if we're doing snakes to then I gotta go with the corn snake. Perhaps the best snake anybody could own (along with other ratsnakes). These guys are pretty active during the day and don't just sit around its whole live like a ball python (no offence to the bp fans)

[ejh805]

Tokay geckos are cheap, easy to house and very pretty. They're really mean though lol. I've always wanted one

[Monza geckos]

Actually that's the exact one I'm going for thnx

[Namio]

I second what Lija said above. Having a pet IS a luxorious hobby, in other words, it usually costs a lot of money in order to provide proper care. Having that said, if you are willing to spend some money, I would recommend getting a Bearded Dragon. Most of them are very docile and has higher tolerance for handling. A cheaper reptile alternative that no one has yet mentioned is the corn snake. The ease of relatively undemanding care, smaller size (for a snake), and mild temperament also makes it a nice reptilian companion. *oops Daniel totally mentioned corn snake. I didn't read that post til now so my apology.*

[nok1888]

Glad to hear it m8. They are long term commitments and if something goes really bad with your pet, vets can cost a small fortune. Better to wait. I know that's easier said than done but I waited years to get my first snake till I was settled in my own house and job.

2.0 Border Collies - Jinky and Chance
3.0 Cats - Monty, Dodger and Crunchie
1.1 Royal Pythons Orlina and Sedrick
0.1 BCI Boa - Aasia
1.0 Western Hognose - Hagrid
0.1 Bearded Dragon - iiara