Monitors
I consider myself a beginner monitor enthusiast, there is still a lot I have to learn. You may wonder "Why choose monitors?" out of the hundreds of types of reptiles available to the pet trade. For one thing I really like the way monitors look and act - they are active, powerful and intelligent. I particularly enjoy watching their social interactions and interesting behaviors. Its amazing how much you can learn just by observing another creature.

Species I Have Kept
I had a trio of yellow ackies (Varanus acanthurus) also known as Spiny Tailed Monitors. Go to the Ackie Page.

I've also kept a Argus/Sand monitor hybrid (Varanus flavirufus x gouldi). Go to the Argus/Sand page.

Breeding
One of the most fascinating aspects of monitor husbandry is breeding. It involves a steep learning curve on the keeper's part. The lizards know exactly what to do, its up to the keeper to provide them with optimal conditions to produce viable young. Go to the Ackie Breeding Page.