On the surface, deep heat projectors (DHPs) and ceramic heat emitters (CHEs) seem like very similar products. Both solutions slot into a standard lightbulb socket and emit heat with little to no visible light. However, each of these solutions have strengths and weaknesses and are better suited for different purposes. Let’s talk about what each of these heat elements are good for, and build a framework so that you know which to get for your reptile’s enclosure! You can also watch our video on the topic here! Similarities First, let’s go over things that both DHPs and CHEs have in common ..read more

When building hardscape for your reptile or amphibian's enclosure, there are many varieties of branches to choose from. Of them, Grapevine and Ghost Wood are some of our favorite choices. However, these branches have different properties that make them better for some enclosures over others. Let's compare and contrast Grapevine and Ghost Wood to determine which is the right branch for your pet's enclosure! You can also watch our video on the topic here! The Branches: To start, let's describe the branches themselves! Grapevine that is sold as décor for the reptile and amphibian hobbies i ..read more

Five Great Herpetological Conservation Organizations to Support December 4th is World Wildlife Conservation Day. As reptile lovers, we love all wildlife conservation efforts, but even more so for efforts to support the conservation of reptiles and amphibians. We've put together a short list of five great organizations protecting reptiles that you can feel good about supporting today. HCI - Herpetological Conservation International HCI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving imperiled reptile and amphibian species. Their goal is to save what they can by acquiring land to be set asi ..read more

Introducing the Pangea MicroDish System Created in partnership with LucaTech3D, the Pangea MicroDishes were built to give keepers of arboreal geckos such as Crested Geckos, Gargoyle Geckos, Day Geckos, and Mourning Geckos a sleek, professional option for feeding their reptiles.  The Pangea MicroDishes come in five varieties: A large dish with a branch-mount system  A small dish with a branch-mount system A small dish with a surface-mount system An extra-small double dish with a branch-mount system An extra-small double dish with a surface-mount system The large dish is ideal f ..read more

Questions about Pangea Crested Gecko Diet Answered We receive questions about our award-winning Crested Gecko Diet all the time. When so many people use it, people are bound to be curious about things, so we opened the door to questions and asked our social media followers, "what questions do you have about Pangea Crested Gecko diet?" The answers to their questions, as well as some frequently asked questions are below! We also made a YouTube video to answer the questions if that format is more your style. Q: The label is different. Has the diet changed? A: The short answer is nutrition-wi ..read more

The Pangea Small Arboreal PVC Enclosure is an affordable, lightweight, easy to assemble enclosure for small geckos and other small arboreal reptiles or amphibians. It features high-quality acrylic windows with sturdy hinges and professional grade latches. And did we mention it's easy to assemble? Follow the assembly video and instructions below to see just how simple the assembly is! Instructions: Required Tools Philips Head Screwdriver Small Wrench or Pliers Square Head Driver Bit (Provided) Assembly Assemble Side Panels ①       Parts 2x Side PVC Panels ..read more

Want to share your love for geckos this Halloween? We put together some Jack-o-lantern stencils based on various Pangea designs for you to use! You can download them here! Three of them are basic silhouette stencils that are simply traced and cut out, and two of them are more advanced designs that require a chisel to shave away parts of the pumpkin. We recommend having a small knife for the little details like the toes on the geckos If you use one of the stencils, tag us in a post on Instagram or Facebook! We’d love to see how your Jack-o-lanterns turn out ..read more

Bioactive enclosures are very attractive options for your pet reptile or amphibian! It’s hard not to fall in love with the idea of a miniature ecosystem thriving in your care. But do you know what you need to consider while building one? We created this blog post as a resource, so you know which questions you need to ask while planning your next bioactive build! We have a worksheet you can download here and write notes on as you plan your build! When working through this blog and its accompanying worksheet, you may need to revisit sections once you’ve completed others, as many answers to some ..read more

Giant Blue Beauty Anole Care Guide (Anolis equestris potior) These striking anoles truly live up to their name, Giant Blue Beauty. They are amongst the largest anole species and by far the bluest! Anolis equestris potior is a sub-species of the Cuban Knight Anole (Anolis equestris equestris) is only found on the small island of Cayo Santa Maria, just a few kilometers north of the main island of Cuba.  In the Giant Blue Beauty’s native habitat, they can be found on tree trunks and branches in the canopy foraging for insects, small lizards, and other invertebrates. Some omni ..read more

Hello readers! I am Neptune the Chameleon’s mom and have spent years educating and mentoring thousands of chameleon keepers across the globe in proper chameleon care. After seeing subpar kits and countless keepers struggle to know what supplies to purchase for their new chameleons, I teamed up with Pangea Reptile to give you a kit that will help your chameleon live their best life! Let’s talk through what everything in the kit does. If you learn by watching videos, be sure to check out this video: The hardest parts about keeping a chameleon as a pet are knowing what information to listen to ..read more