Leopard Gecko: Hardy, tolerant, and passive reptile, suitable for children. Special tail for balancing, fat storage, and camouflage. Easy to care for, requiring minimal enclosure size and no special lighting.
Crested Gecko: Arboreal lizard with a docile temperament. Comfortable to handle once accustomed. Thrives on a diet of shop-bought gecko food and insects. Requires a moderate-sized enclosure and no special lighting.
Bearded Dragon: Popular pet lizard with a gentle demeanor. Docile and enjoys being handled, even cuddled. Requires a larger enclosure and special lighting for temperature regulation.
Corn Snake: Non-aggressive and docile snake with unique patterns. Comfortable with handling, even by children. Easy to house in a moderate-sized terrarium. Economical to feed, eating about one rodent a week.
Blue-Tongued Skink: Robust and hardy reptile suitable for children. Easily tamed and gentle, though supervision is advised during handling. Requires a larger enclosure due to terrestrial nature.
Ball Python: Well-mannered and docile snake suitable for children. Rarely bites and comfortable with frequent handling. Requires a moderate-sized terrarium. Non-venomous constrictor found in sub-Saharan Africa.
Stinkpot Turtle: Distinctive turtle species with unique personalities. Can be shy or curious, making them interactive pets. Enjoys swimming and exploring in water. Requires a tank with a water depth of about 8 inches.