Our Animals
Adoption Process
Adoption is as simple as: apply, get approved, show us your setup, and adopt!
- We’re a foster-based rescue and don’t have a public storefront, but once you’re approved, we’re happy to arrange a meet-and-greet before finalizing adoption.
- After your adoption application is approved, all we need from you is proof of a properly set up enclosure (you can include these photos in your adoption application!)
- First time reptile owner? No worries! We are happy to work with you to make sure you get properly set up. Feel free to reach out to us prior to setting up your enclosure.
Adoption Policies
- Age Requirement: Adopters must be 18 years or older to adopt.
- Knowledge & Preparedness: While we are happy to help and offer suggestions, adopters are expected to already be knowledgeable of the species’ full care requirements.
- Enclosure requirements:
- Lizards – At least as wide as x2 their length, including their tail
- Snakes – At least as wide as their full length
- Leopard & Crested Geckos – At least 50 gallons
- Other – Feel free to reach out to ask, but remember, bigger is ALWAYS better
- Veterinary Care: Regular vet care is required, just as it is for a dog, cat, or any other pet.
Adoptable Animals:
Kaiju
Leopard Gecko - 1.5 yrs old
55g • 6in
Adoption Fee: $50
Explorative • Mildly picky • VERY explorative
Kaiju is a sweetheart who came to us in rough shape, underweight, stuck shed, abscesses, stomatitis, and impaction, all at just a year old. She’s been treated for everything, though she does still have swelling on her head that the vet still wasn’t able to diagnose. It doesn’t affect her quality of life, though we are monitoring it closely and if she shows ANY signs of decline it may need to be dealt with surgically. Her care is pretty typical with a few exceptions: no loose substrate and she can be a diva with food. She’s a wonderful gecko with a huge personality ready for her forever home.
Gravel
Leopard Gecko - ? yrs old (Adult)
62g • 8in
Adoption Fee: $50
(In quarantine until 11.06)
Adult • Friendly but a little fearful • Great hunter
Gravel came to us with his brother Slate. The both of them were found in their tanks, abandoned on the side of the road. For the fact that they were abandoned, they are both in great shape. Slate has a few burns on his back and due this he is still on hold with us, though Gravel is honestly in perfect shape! He is a good weight, he is a great little hunter, he is friendly and handleable, although he is just a little shy and defensive when he sees hands reaching for him. He would definitely do best with someone who has extra gentle hands and patience for him when it comes to interaction.
Popcorn
Corn Snake - 9 yrs old
600g • 4.5ft
Adoption Fee: $75
(In quarantine until 11.20)
Calm • Larger • Very handleable • Eats F/T
Popcorn is our newest corn, and he is an absolute joy! He is friendly, sweet, curious, and very calm! He loves hanging out outside of the tank and watching movies. He also loves exploring his enclosure and finding new ways to traverse his environment. He is a bit on the larger side as well, if you like a snake with a little size on him! He is overall an amazing snake. If you are looking for a great, calm and curious companion, apply to adopt Popcorn!
Jake
Corn Snake - 10 yrs old
330g • 3.5ft
Adoption Fee: $50
Eats F/T well • Calm • Very handleable
Jake from Snake Farm spent the first 10 years of his life living in a 10 gallon enclosure. Now he is excited to spend his golden days living in style! He is a great eater, eating frozen thawed mice. As a corn snake he is very active, though a bit calmer and more handleable than most. He loves a deep layer of substrate to burrow in as well as lots of cork bark and tubes to slither through. Apply to adopt Jake today!
Sally
Corn Snake - 9 yrs old
330g • 3.5ft
Adoption Fee: $50
Eats F/T well • Super active • Very handleable
Sally is our most recent reptile mama, laying quite the clutch of infertile eggs. She is so sweet, super active, super explorative, and as long as you’re willing to keep up with her, she is super handleable. She was fed live most of her life but does great with F/T and does not hesitate. She loves to burrow, you can usually find her at the bottom of a thick layer of substrate. She is all you could ever ask for in a corn snake and more. Apply to adopt Sally today!
Sandpaper
Bearded Dragon - 8 months old
250g • 12in
Adoption Fee: $75
Food crazed • Very high energy • Juvenile
Sandpaper is a crazy little guy! To say he is food obsessed would be an understatement. We’re not confident he knows the difference between insects, fingers, or faces. He will lunge at you, tongue first. That being said he is not aggressive at all, just loves to eat. If you’re up for the challenge though, we think you’ll have a lot of fun with him! Apply to adopt today!
Carnita
Asian Box Turtle - 14 yrs old
820g
Adoption Fee: $75
Omnivore • Semiaquatic • Sweet but shy
Carnita is one of our absolute favorites! Once she gets comfortable with you (and realizes you have food) she is the sweetest turtle in the world. She loves worms, dubias, veggies, and her dried shrimp treats. As an Asian Box Turtle she has very unique, semi-aquatic requirements, so please do your research ahead of time and be ready to give her the space and set up she needs to thrive. If you think you’re ready for Carnita, we’d love to hear from you!
Merp
African Bullfrog - 9 yrs old
600g • 4.5ft
Adoption Fee: $75
Calm • Larger • Very handleable • Eats F/T
Merp is the silliest little guy you’ll ever meet. What he lacks in brains, he makes up for with his charming good looks and personality. He does struggle a bit getting food into his mouth, though this may be partially due to a vitamin deficiency that makes his tongue less sticky! He has shown improvement while with us, though he will require a home with lots of patience for tong feeding. If you are interested please reach out with questions or apply to adopt today!
Jeff
California Kingsnake - 3 yrs old
600g • 4ft
Adoption Fee: $75
Curious • Goofy • Very handleable • Eats F/T
Jeff came to us infested with mites… but now he is parasite free and living his best life! He is a super explorative and curious little guy. He is friendly, not the least bit head shy, and loves spending time outside of the tank. He is also a great eater, very strong, and look at that handsome little face! Truthfully we want to hold onto him because we love having him around so much, but we’re excited for him to find an amazing forever home.
Other Animals In Our Care:
Merp
African Bullfrog - 3 yrs old
600g
On hold for medical watch
Bio coming soon!
Large Fry
Bearded Dragon - 3 yrs old
420g
On hold for behavior & health watch
Bio coming soon!
Mango
Crested Gecko - 3 yrs old
35g
Bio coming soon!
At Herp Habitat, our priority is placing animals in homes where they can thrive. To ensure this, all adoption requests are carefully reviewed. Please take a moment to read through our guidelines below. By submitting an application, you agree to these terms.
1. Our Right to Decline Applications
We reserve the right to deny any adoption application at our discretion. This includes applications we determine may present potential risks to the animal’s well-being—even if all answers appear technically correct. Our decision-making is always centered around the best interests of the animal.
2. Reevaluation of Approved Applications
Even after an application has been approved, we reserve the right to reverse that decision at any point prior to the transfer of ownership. As long as we maintain legal ownership of the animal, we are committed to ensuring the most suitable placement.
3. Non-Discrimination Policy
We do not and will never discriminate based on race, gender, religion, or other protected characteristics. Our only concern is the quality of care the animal will receive.
4. Multiple Yellow Flags
We may deny an application based on a pattern of concerns—what we refer to as “multiple yellow flags.” Examples include vague or evasive answers, visible disinterest, signs of hostility, attempts to rush the process, or behavior that gives us reason to believe the animal may not be properly cared for.
5. Our Opposition to “Collections”
We prioritize individualized care and quality of life for every animal. Because of this, we typically do not adopt out to large reptile collections. High-volume environments can compromise care and lead to issues in the event that a change in life circumstances makes you unable to care for your animals.
6. Resubmitting After a Denial
If your application is denied, you may be invited to submit a revised application. However, please note that reversing a denial is uncommon and not guaranteed. We reserve the right to maintain a denied status even after resubmission.
7. Purpose of Adoption Fees
Adoption fees are not for profit. They exist to deter scammers, resellers, and those who may not be ready for the financial responsibility of pet ownership.
8. Fraudulent or Harmful Information
If we discover any intentionally falsified, misleading, or harmful information in your application, you will be permanently banned from adopting through us. We may also share this information with other rescues or animal welfare organizations to protect animals across the community.
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