The Reptile Atlas
Explore the world's reptile species — snakes, lizards, turtles, crocodilians, and more. Discover their habitats, diets, and seasonal feeding guides.
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Seasonal Feeding Alerts
Northern Hemisphere
Autumn
443 species
Southern Hemisphere
Spring
271 species
Current feeding schedule changes
🍂Afghan Leopard Gecko
Autumn: Maintain feeding to build tail fat reserves ahead of winter; 2–3 times per week.
Black Soldier Fly Larvae
Autumn: Harvest remaining larvae. Colony activity decreases with shorter days.
Hornworms
Autumn: Maintain cultures at room temperature. Continue commercial diet only.
Henkel's Leaf-tailed Gecko
Spring: Increase feeding as temperatures warm; offer appropriately sized insects 3–4 times per week, dusted with calcium.
Sorah Leaf-tailed Gecko
Spring: Increase feeding as humidity rises; offer small insects 3–4 times per week with calcium dusting.
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Indian Peacock Softshell
Nilssonia hurum
Large rivers and ponds.
South Asia
Up to 24 in (Up to 60 cm)
Omnivorous
About this species
Known for the vivid patterns on its back, this softshell is highly regarded in some cultures. It is a large, powerful species that primarily feeds on fish.
Enrichment & behavioral stimulation
Indian Peacock Softshell is aquatic — enrichment centers on water quality, basking, and foraging variety.
- Provide varied water depth with deep areas for swimming and shallow shelves for resting.
- Add a sturdy dry basking platform under heat and UV.
- Introduce gentle water movement or aeration for sensory variety.
- Scatter food in the water to encourage swimming and searching.
- Include underwater cover and hiding spots to reduce stress.
- Provide a dry haul-out area for basking and resting.
Housing & Social Behavior
Highly territorial and aggressive species that thrives best when kept alone.
Housing guidance is general and based on species-typical behavior; always verify against current husbandry references and observe individual temperament.