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Altum Angelfish (Pterophyllum altum)
The altum angelfish (Pterophyllum altum) is found in the Orinoco basin of Venezuela and Colombia. Not very hard to keep, but it needs oxygen-rich, roomy water and must not be frightened. Because it is hard to tame, artificial breeding is difficult and it should not be mixed with small fish.
Winter White Dwarf Hamster (Milky Tea morph)
The 'milky tea' hamster is a coat-color morph of the Winter White dwarf hamster (Phodopus sungorus), named for its even, milk-tea-colored back. Some show the 'winter white' effect, turning silvery white in cold weather and reverting when warm. It is one of the prettiest of the dwarf hamsters and good for beginners.
Hydrophis cyanocinctus
The blue-banded sea snake (Hydrophis cyanocinctus) is a venomous marine snake found along the coasts of East and Southeast Asia, distinguished by its black banding and strong swimming ability. It feeds mainly on fish and gives birth to live young in the open sea.
Phrynops williamsi
Phrynops williamsi, also called the Masked Toadhead Turtle, is a side-necked turtle from South America that loves basking and is semi-aquatic in the wild. Lively and relatively easy to keep, it remains uncommon in captivity and is found mainly as wild-caught individuals.
Rhacophorus bipunctatus
Rhacophorus bipunctatus, a flying-tree-frog relative from India, Myanmar, and Malaysia, has toe pads for climbing and can change color like a chameleon. An arboreal frog that needs a planted, humid terrarium and live, moving prey.
Gopher Tortoise
The Gopher Tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus) is a burrowing land turtle of the southeastern United States, strictly herbivorous and protected by law due to its small wild population. Famous for digging deep burrows (11–15 m), it needs a dry, sandy outdoor enclosure with plenty of sunny space.
Philippen’s Stripe-necked Turtle
Philippen's Stripe-necked Turtle (Ocadia philippeni) is a large striped-neck turtle endemic to Hainan, China, resembling the Chinese stripe-necked turtle but with a larger carapace. Sensitive to temperature swings, it is omnivorous and fairly easy to keep, though wild individuals are scarce and often mislabeled as the Chinese stripe-necked turtle.
Pamphobeteus platyomma
The Brazilian Pink Bird-eating Spider (Pamphobeteus platyomma) is a striking, rare theraphoside from Central America's rainforests, reaching 18-22 cm. Its slings are blue with red abdomens, and adults are vividly colored; best left to experienced keepers due to its aggressiveness and difficult breeding.
Dyscophus antongili
The Antongil Bay Tomato Frog (Dyscophus antongili) is native to the east coast of Madagascar and feeds on insects. Restricted to a narrow range and threatened by habitat loss and poaching for the pet trade, it is listed under CITES Appendix I. Wild individuals come in red (females) or yellow (males), so choose a female if you want a red 'tomato'.
Physignathus lesueuri
The Australian Water Dragon (Physignathus lesueuri) is a docile, medium-sized lizard that enjoys swimming, making it an ideal choice for keepers who want a gentle, aquatic reptile. Closely resembling the Green Iguana but lacking the large rounded scales on the cheeks, it thrives with proper care and can live 10-20 years or more.