Conservationist and
wildlife advocate Ben
Dessen is Reptiles
Department Manager
at Kellyville Pets and is
passionate about
educating newcomers
to the reptile hobby.
Selecting the right
enclosure for your
reptile pet is a vital first
step in ensuring its
ongoing health and
wellbeing.
‘Home Sweet Home.’
Choosing an enclosure for your reptiles.
It’s fascinating to look back at the evolution of the
reptile hobby in Australia and see how far we have
come in the way we keep our scaly charges. One of
the most important considerations to be made when
it comes to reptile keeping is what we house them
in. There are numerous options for reptile
enclosures and the way many hobbyists house their
animals today is very different to how it was done
even 10 years ago. This article will provide an
overview of current options in regards to reptile
housing and the key things to consider when setting
up a reptile enclosure.
Enclosure Options.
There is a diverse range of commercially
manufactured, purpose-built reptile enclosures
available in Australia today. These are designed to
suit the husbandry requirements of many reptile
species, as well as ensuring ease of maintenance
and accessibility for the keeper. It is often more
practical and affordable to purchase a quality, ready
-made reptile enclosure, however some people with
the necessary skills may choose to construct their
own.
It’s important to note that certain enclosure options