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IntermediateMammalsDegu
Degus are highly intelligent, social rodents native to Chile. Known for their playful personalities, curiosity, and strong bonds with both their owners and other degus, they make rewarding pets for owners willing to provide daily interaction and enrichment.
IntermediateExotic AnimalsHalloween Crabs
Halloween Crabs are colorful land crabs known for their bright orange, black, purple, and red coloration. Their bold appearance, active personalities, and fascinating burrowing behavior make them one of the most popular pet crab species.
IntermediateReptilesStanding Day Gecko
Standing's Day Gecko is one of the largest day gecko species, known for its beautiful green and blue coloration, active daytime behavior, and impressive climbing abilities. These striking reptiles make excellent display animals for keepers looking for a unique arboreal gecko.
AdvancedReptilesAmazon Tree Boa
The Amazon Tree Boa is a stunning arboreal snake known for its vibrant colors, large eyes, and impressive climbing abilities. While beautiful and fascinating to observe, this species is best suited for experienced keepers due to its defensive nature and specialized care requirements.
IntermediateReptilesCuban Night Anole
The Cuban Knight Anole is the largest anole species in the world. Known for its bright green coloration, impressive size, and dinosaur-like appearance, this intelligent arboreal lizard is a fascinating display reptile for experienced keepers.
IntermediateReptilesJewel Lacerta
The Jewel Lacerta is a stunning European lizard known for its brilliant green coloration and vibrant blue spots. Active, intelligent, and highly visual, these lizards make rewarding display animals for keepers looking for a unique reptile.
BeginnerSmall PetsHermit Crab
Hermit Crabs are unique crustaceans known for living inside borrowed shells and their fascinating social behaviors. These entertaining pets are active, long-lived, and enjoyable to observe when provided with proper care and a naturalistic environment.
IntermediateExotic AnimalsNewt
Newts are fascinating semi-aquatic amphibians known for their smooth skin, vibrant colors, and unique life cycle. Their peaceful nature and interesting behaviors make them popular display pets for amphibian enthusiasts.
AdvancedReptilesBlack Throat Monitor
The Black Throat Monitor is one of the largest and most impressive monitor lizards in the world. Known for its massive size, intelligence, and surprisingly calm demeanor, this powerful reptile is best suited for experienced keepers with the space and resources to provide proper care.
AdvancedReptilesTree Monitor
Tree Monitors are highly intelligent, arboreal monitor lizards known for their slender bodies, long tails, and exceptional climbing abilities. Their vibrant colors, active behavior, and remarkable intelligence make them one of the most sought-after monitor species in the reptile hobby.
AdvancedReptilesAsian Water Monitor
The Asian Water Monitor is one of the largest lizard species in the world, known for its intelligence, impressive size, and strong swimming abilities. With proper socialization and care, these remarkable reptiles can become highly interactive pets for experienced keepers.
AdvancedReptilesNile Monitor
The Nile Monitor is a large, highly intelligent monitor lizard known for its impressive size, striking patterns, and powerful build. These active reptiles require extensive space, advanced husbandry, and experienced owners capable of meeting their demanding care needs.
AdvancedReptilesQuince Monitors
The Quince Monitor is a highly intelligent, semi-arboreal monitor lizard known for its striking yellow markings, athletic build, and inquisitive personality. These active reptiles require large enclosures, advanced husbandry, and dedicated owners committed to meeting their complex needs.
BeginnerMammalsCanaries
Canaries are small, colorful songbirds prized for their beautiful singing, cheerful personalities, and relatively easy care requirements. Their bright appearance and melodic songs make them one of the most popular pet birds in the world.
BeginnerMammalsSyrian Hamster
The Syrian Hamster is the largest and most popular pet hamster species. Known for its friendly personality, fluffy appearance, and ease of care, it is often considered one of the best starter pets for families and first-time small animal owners.
BeginnerMammalsChinese Dwarf Hamsters
The Chinese Dwarf Hamster is a small, agile rodent known for its slender body, long tail, and curious personality. These active little pets are intelligent, easy to care for, and make excellent companions for responsible owners.
IntermediateExotic AnimalsRain Frog
Rain Frogs are small, round-bodied amphibians known for their adorable appearance, short legs, and unique squeaking vocalizations. Their charming personalities and unusual look have made them increasingly popular among exotic amphibian enthusiasts.
IntermediateExotic AnimalsMarine Toad
The Marine Toad, also known as the Cane Toad, is one of the largest toad species in the world. Known for its impressive size, hardy nature, and voracious appetite, this amphibian is a fascinating display animal for experienced amphibian keepers.
IntermediateExotic AnimalsTogo Frog
The Togo Frog is a unique African amphibian known for its hardy nature, interesting behavior, and attractive coloration. These frogs are primarily terrestrial and make fascinating display animals for amphibian enthusiasts.
BeginnerExotic AnimalsGiant African Millipede
The Giant African Millipede is one of the largest millipede species in the world, reaching impressive lengths of up to 12 inches. Known for their gentle nature and fascinating behavior, these slow-moving invertebrates make unique and low-maintenance pets.
BeginnerExotic AnimalsBrazilian Black Tarantula
The Brazilian Black Tarantula is a stunning, jet-black tarantula prized for its calm temperament, slow movements, and velvety appearance. Often considered one of the most beautiful tarantulas in the hobby, it is an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced keepers.
BeginnerExotic AnimalsMexican Red Knee Tarantula
The Red Leg Tarantula is a calm, terrestrial tarantula known for its striking black body and vibrant reddish-orange legs. Its docile temperament, attractive coloration, and straightforward care requirements make it a popular choice for beginner tarantula keepers.
BeginnerExotic AnimalsRose Hair Tarantula
The Rose Hair Tarantula is one of the most popular pet tarantulas in the world. Known for its calm temperament, beautiful pinkish coloration, and easy care requirements, it is often recommended as an excellent first tarantula for beginners.
IntermediateExotic AnimalsPink Toe Tarantula
The Pink Toe Tarantula is a beautiful arboreal tarantula known for its dark body, fuzzy appearance, and distinctive pink-tipped feet. These gentle spiders are popular among tarantula enthusiasts due to their striking appearance and active climbing behavior.
BeginnerReptilesBlue-Tongued Skink
Blue-Tongued Skinks are large, friendly lizards known for their distinctive bright blue tongues, docile personalities, and ease of care. Their calm nature and willingness to tolerate handling make them one of the best pet reptiles for beginners and families.
BeginnerReptilesTree Frog
Tree Frogs are colorful, arboreal amphibians known for their climbing ability, large eyes, and charming personalities. Their relatively simple care requirements and active behavior make them popular pets for both beginners and experienced amphibian enthusiasts.
IntermediateReptilesDart Frog
Dart Frogs are small, brilliantly colored amphibians known for their vibrant patterns and active daytime behavior. These fascinating frogs make stunning display animals and are popular among hobbyists who enjoy creating naturalistic tropical habitats.
AdvancedReptilesRhino Iguana
The Rhino Iguana is a large, powerful lizard native to the Caribbean. Named for the horn-like growths on its snout, this impressive reptile is known for its intelligence, bold personality, and prehistoric appearance. With proper care and socialization, Rhino Iguanas can become highly interactive pets.
BeginnerReptilesSand Boa
Sand Boas are small, burrowing snakes known for their calm temperament, unique appearance, and easy care requirements. Their slow-moving nature and manageable size make them one of the best pet snakes for beginner reptile keepers.
IntermediateReptilesChahoua Gecko
The Chahoua Gecko is a beautiful arboreal gecko from New Caledonia known for its moss-like appearance, gentle temperament, and manageable size. Their unique coloration and relatively calm nature make them a favorite among reptile enthusiasts.
AdvancedReptilesSavannah Monitor
The Savannah Monitor is a powerful, intelligent lizard native to Africa. Known for their stocky build, strong personalities, and impressive size, these monitors require significant space, specialized care, and a dedicated owner prepared for a long-term commitment.
IntermediateReptilesBoa Constrictor
Boa Constrictors are large, powerful snakes known for their impressive size, beautiful patterns, and generally calm temperament. They are one of the most popular large snake species in the reptile hobby and can become excellent long-term companions for dedicated keepers.
BeginnerReptilesKing Snake
King Snakes are hardy, colorful, and highly adaptable snakes known for their calm temperament and ease of care. Available in a wide variety of stunning colors and patterns, they are one of the most popular pet snakes for beginners and experienced keepers alike.
BeginnerReptilesMilk Snake
Milk Snakes are colorful, non-venomous snakes known for their bright bands of red, black, and yellow or white. They are hardy, easy to care for, and make excellent pets for both beginner and experienced reptile keepers.
BeginnerReptilesDune Gecko
The Dune Gecko is a tiny desert-dwelling gecko known for its adorable appearance, large eyes, and gentle nature. Native to the sandy deserts of North Africa, these small reptiles are excellent display pets and are popular among keepers looking for a unique beginner-friendly gecko.
AdvancedReptilesTokay Gecko
The Tokay Gecko is a large, colorful gecko known for its striking blue-gray body covered in bright orange or red spots. Famous for their bold personalities and loud vocalizations, Tokays are one of the most recognizable gecko species in the reptile hobby.
IntermediateReptilesDay Gecko
Day Geckos are brightly colored, active reptiles known for their vibrant green bodies, striking red or blue markings, and daytime activity. Unlike many geckos, they are active during the day, making them excellent display animals for reptile enthusiasts.
IntermediateReptilesLeachianus Gecko (Leachie Gecko)
The Leachianus Gecko, often called the Leachie Gecko, is the world's largest gecko species. Native to New Caledonia, these impressive reptiles are known for their massive size, unique vocalizations, and striking patterns. They are highly sought after by reptile enthusiasts due to their intelligence and impressive appearance.
BeginnerMammalsGerbil
Gerbils are energetic, social rodents known for their curiosity, intelligence, and playful personalities. They are clean pets that enjoy digging, tunneling, and interacting with both their companions and owners.
BeginnerBirdsButton Quail
Button Quail are tiny ground-dwelling birds known for their small size, gentle nature, and entertaining behavior. They are popular among bird enthusiasts due to their unique appearance, soft vocalizations, and relatively simple care requirements.
BeginnerMammalsSkinny Pig
The Skinny Pig is a nearly hairless breed of guinea pig known for its friendly personality, unique appearance, and social nature. These affectionate pets thrive on interaction and make excellent companions for families and first-time exotic pet owners.
IntermediateMammalsHairless Hamster
Hairless Hamsters are a unique variation of the Syrian hamster that lack most or all of their fur. Their unusual appearance, gentle nature, and relatively simple care requirements make them an interesting choice for exotic pet enthusiasts.
IntermediateMammalsLesser Tenrec
The Lesser Tenrec is a small insect-eating mammal native to Madagascar. Known for its unique appearance, curious behavior, and relatively calm temperament, this uncommon exotic pet appeals to enthusiasts looking for something different from traditional small mammals.
AdvancedMammalsFour-Eyed Opossum
The Four-Eyed Opossum is a nocturnal South American marsupial recognized by the pale spots above its eyes that resemble a second pair of eyes. Intelligent, curious, and highly active, these unique animals require experienced owners and specialized care.
IntermediateMammalsBrazilian Short-Tailed Opossum
The Brazilian Short-Tailed Opossum is a small, nocturnal marsupial known for its curious personality, soft fur, and unique appearance. Unlike many opossums, it has a short tail and is commonly kept by experienced exotic pet enthusiasts.
BeginnerReptilesUromastyx
A hardy, herbivorous desert lizard that's great for beginners. Known for their spiky tails and docile temperament with consistent handling.
AdvancedReptilesPanther Chameleon (Positive Crimson)
A brilliantly colored Panther Chameleon morph featuring vivid crimson and red hues. Stunning display animals for experienced keepers.
IntermediateReptilesAmazon Milk Frog
Large, boldly patterned arboreal frogs from the Amazon Basin. Stunning blue-grey and brown banding with big toe pads and a docile temperament.
BeginnerSmall PetsJumping Spider
Tiny, charismatic, and surprisingly personable spiders with enormous eyes and a curious, interactive personality unlike any other spider.
AdvancedReptilesJackson's Chameleon
The iconic three-horned chameleon. Males sport three impressive rostral horns, making them one of the most distinctive reptiles in the hobby.
AdvancedReptilesGreen Tree Python
One of the most visually stunning snakes in the world. Known for their vivid green coloration and characteristic perching posture draped over branches.
AdvancedReptilesBlack Throat Monitor
One of the largest monitor lizards kept in captivity. Intelligent, powerful, and impressive — strictly for experienced keepers.
BeginnerReptilesCrested Gecko
One of the most popular and easy-to-care-for reptiles available. Docile, handleable, and available in a stunning array of colors and patterns.
BeginnerReptilesGargoyle Gecko
Stocky, beautifully patterned geckos with bumpy 'gargoyle' skin and a calm, handleable temperament. Closely related to crested geckos.
IntermediateSmall PetsFerret
Ferrets, more simply known as just ferrets, are the only true domestic species in the Mustelid family. Closely resembling a weasel, this species is thought to be the descendent of the European polecat. Here at NJ Exotic Pets we only sell Marshall Farms ferrets; the number 1 ferret breeder in the USA. Fully grown, these animals generally reach around 25 inches in length and can weigh up to 5 pounds. Ferrets generally live between 7 and 10 years. These animals are extremely active and very affectionate. They require a lot of attention and they do best in pairs or small groups. These animals are only recommended for those with ample time to care for them.
AdvancedReptilesVeiled Chameleon
Stunning color-changing lizards with dramatic casques and independently moving eyes. A spectacular display animal for experienced keepers.
AdvancedReptilesSailfin Dragon
Spectacular large lizards with dramatic sail-like dorsal crests. A showstopper for experienced reptile keepers.
AdvancedExotic AnimalsKinkajou
Rare and exotic rainforest mammals with prehensile tails and an incredible lifespan. For highly experienced keepers only.
BeginnerReptilesCrested Gecko (Orange Dalmatian Brindle)
Stunning orange dalmatian brindle patterned crested geckos — one of the most popular and easy-to-care-for reptiles available.
BeginnerSmall PetsGuinea Pig
Adorable dense-coated guinea pigs with a distinctive swirled rosette pattern throughout their coat. Playful and easy to care for.
IntermediateSmall PetsRabbit
Gentle and docile companions that start shy but become wonderfully affectionate with patience and proper handling.
BeginnerBirdsParakeets
Active, colorful, and social small parrots that make ideal first birds. Great for beginners with proper care and handling.
BeginnerSmall PetsHamster
One of the most popular pocket pets in the world. Adorable, manageable, and great for beginners — though not recommended for children under 6.
IntermediateReptilesGreen Iguana
A massive tropical lizard reaching 5–7 feet and 20 lbs. Requires significant space, time, and patience. Not for the casual keeper.
BeginnerReptilesCorn Snake
A slender, colorful, and incredibly docile snake native to the southeastern US. Second only to the Ball Python in popularity as a pet snake.
BeginnerSmall PetsFancy Rat
Intelligent, affectionate, and playful — fancy rats are often called 'little dogs' for how bonded they get with their owners.
BeginnerSmall PetsDwarf Hamster
Tiny, fast, and full of energy — dwarf hamsters are pocket-sized bundles of entertainment.
AdvancedExotic AnimalsCoatimundi
A highly intelligent and energetic member of the raccoon family — not for the faint of heart.
IntermediateSmall PetsChinchilla
A soft, velvety small mammal known for its incredibly dense fur and playful, curious personality.
AdvancedExotic AnimalsSkunk
Descented pet skunks are surprisingly affectionate, curious, and playful exotic companions.
BeginnerReptilesBearded Dragon
A friendly, docile lizard known for its gentle temperament and distinctive beard display. Ideal for first-time reptile owners.
AdvancedMammalsSugar Glider
A tiny, social marsupial that bonds deeply with its owner. Requires significant daily interaction and specialized care.
BeginnerReptilesLeopard Gecko
A colorful, easygoing gecko perfect for beginners. Known for their smiling faces and gentle handling tolerance.
IntermediateSmall PetsAfrican Pygmy Hedgehog
A unique, spiny small mammal from central Africa. Can grow quite affectionate with regular interaction — but not recommended for children or those with limited time.
BeginnerReptilesBall Python
A gentle, slow-moving snake that curls into a ball when nervous. Known for their beautiful morphs and calm temperament.