Herp Habitat
Adoptable Animals
Each animal that comes through our doors has a unique story, personality, and care requirements. Have questions? Reach out! We want to ensure that all animals in our care are placed into their ideal homes.
Animals in our care
Adoption Pending..!
Peanut Butter
Russian Tortoise
Age unknown • 750g • Fee: $50
Peanut Butter came to us after being cohabbed with Jelly the red-foot. He was covered in her poop and completely shell shocked. The first few weeks he wouldn’t eat, wouldn’t move, and stayed in his shell all day. It took months for him to open up, but slowly he started eating more, hanging around more, and even coming up to us to say hello. 6 months later he is eating like a machine, loving some pets, and improving slowly every single day.
Special Needs
Jelly
Red-Footed Tortoise
9 yrs old • 2680g • Fee: $75
Jelly came to us after being cohabbed in very poor conditions with her russian tortoise BFF Peanut Butter! After living on a mostly fruit diet with very poor husbandry, Jelly developed a respiratory infection and her upper beak rotted away. Her RI is healed now, but unfortunately her upper beak will never regrow and this leads to her lower beak continuously overgrowing, which requires regular trims at the vet. Despite these special needs, she is a very friendly and social tortoise. She loves shell scratches, being hand fed, and wandering around the yard. If you have the space for her, apply to adopt Jelly!
Carnita
Asian Box Turtle (Cuora)
13 yrs old • 840g • Fee: $75
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!
Puddle
Ball Python
3 yrs old • 1100g • Fee: $50
Meet Puddle! He is sweet, he is petite, and he is a mellow guy. He does enjoy exploring and hanging out outside the tank, but he’s also a sucker for a nice, warm hide! He might seem a bit elusive, but if you wait until it’s nighttime you’ll see him slithering all around. He eats F/T, and despite a small, seasonal hunger strike, he is a great eater. If you like being calm and cozy, Puddle may just be the one for you!
Large Fry
Ball Python
4 yrs old • 350g • Fee: $50
Meet Large Fry, a sweet and cuddly adult beardie! She came from a home where she was mistreated and not provided the appropriate care she needed. This led to aggression, hissing, and biting. Fortunately though, through months of patience and gentle care she has done a complete 180°! She is sweet, she loves to eat, and if you feed her a super worm she’ll be the best friend you ever meet!
Special Needs
Khao
Leopard Gecko
3 yrs old • 45g • Fee: $50
Meet Khao! Her name translates to ‘rice’, because she does indeed look like a grain of rice. She is blind in one eye, but it doesn’t slow her down in the least. While she lives a normal, happy life, she does need help eating and she needs to be on paper towel to prevent debris from entering an infecting her bad eye. Besides her eye, she is a joy! She is adorable, she is mini, and she is pure goofy energy.
Gravel
Leopard Gecko
Unknown age • 65g • Fee: $50
Gravel came to us with his brother Slate, both of which were found abandoned on the side of the road. He is however doing great! He is an absolutely vicious hunter. He eats everything in sight and gets super excited when he sees you prepping insects. He also loves to climbing around and exploring his environment. He’s an awesome little guy and a pleasure to care for!
Kaiju
Leopard Gecko
3 yrs old • 55g • Fee: $50
Meet Kaiju! This girl came to us with a whole slew of health issues. Severe stuck shed, multiple abscesses, stomatitis, and vitamin deficiencies. Thankfully she is doing much better today! She loves to explore, be on the move, and she’s a good eater most days, though she does go through picky phases. Not a beginner’s gecko, but perfect for someone with a little experience and a big heart!
In quarantine (not yet available)
Aloe
Ball Python
5 yrs old • 980g • Fee: $75
Bio coming soon!
Needs socializing
Par-Hiss Hilton
Ball Python
8 yrs old • 1220g • Fee: $50
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 placing them in the best possible homes to ensure they live full, healthy lives.
3. Adoption hold period
After an adoption application is approved, they will be placed on hold for one month. After one month, the adoption hold will be lifted. If you have a valid reason for requiring more than one month, please let us know and we are happy to extend the adoption hold.
4. 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 that the animal will receive.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
1. Age Requirement
Adopters must be 18 years or older to adopt.
2. Enclosure Requirements
Bearded Dragons – 120 gallons
Leopard Geckos – 40 gallons
Ball Pythons – 120 gallons for full sized adults (if unsure, feel free to ask)
Other – Feel free to reach out!
3. Research Prior to Applying
While we are happy to help and offer suggestions, adopters are expected to have already researched tank requirements, diet, lifespan, safe substrates, temperatures, humidity, and UVB requirements.
4. No Shipping Policy
We do not ship animals.
5. Veterinary Care
Regular vet care is required. Adopters should research and find a qualified exotic vet in their area prior to adopting. Click here for a list of exotic vets in Wisconsin
6. Denied Applications
Denied applications are generally not reconsidered, especially if we feel the adopter is negligibly unprepared or had planned to provide inadequate care.
7. Large Collections
While we value experience, we do not encourage large collections and may deny adoptions if an animal would not receive adequate individualized care.
8. AI Responses
While we understand that AI can be used as a writing aid and research tool, the obvious use of AI may disqualify your application. We want to hear from you, not a chatbot, to ensure that you’re qualified.