Reptiles & Exotics Hub – Snakes, Frogs, Scorpions & More
Welcome to the Reptiles & Exotics Hub on PetCalculators. Use these tools and vet-inspired guides to sanity-check temperature, humidity, feeding and costs for snakes, dart frogs, scorpions and other exotic pets — always as a complement to specialist reptile and exotic vets.
Reptile & exotic calculators & tools
Start here to check husbandry basics and ballpark costs.Snake Temperature Calculator
Check warm-side & cool-side ranges for pet snakes.
- Suggests typical gradients by snake type
- Helps flag too-cold or too-hot setups
Snake Feeding Calculator
Estimate prey size and feeding frequency for pet snakes.
- Uses prey weight % of body weight
- Includes typical intervals by life stage
Dart Frog Humidity Calculator
Compare your vivarium humidity to typical dart frog ranges.
- Suggests target humidity ranges by setup
- Helps adjust misting, ventilation & drainage
Scorpion Temperature & Humidity Calculator
Check gradient & moisture ranges for pet scorpions.
- Desert vs tropical scorpion presets
- Warm/cool side and basic humidity targets
Exotic Pet Cost Calculator
Estimate setup and monthly costs for exotic pets.
- Breaks down enclosure, lighting & feeding
- Includes ongoing monthly cost estimates
Reptile & exotic guides linked to these tools
Snakes · Temperature
Best Temperature Range for Pet Snakes (Species Comparison)
Side-by-side temperature range examples for common pet snakes, plus how to build a safe gradient and avoid hot spots.
Read the snake temperature guide →Snakes · Feeding
How Often Should You Feed a Snake? Vet-Based Guide
Typical feeding intervals for hatchlings, juveniles and adult snakes, plus how prey size and species affect the schedule.
Read the snake feeding guide →Dart frogs · Humidity
Ideal Humidity for Dart Frogs (Complete Care Guide)
How to maintain safe humidity for dart frogs, from misting and drainage layers to ventilation and live plants.
Read the dart frog humidity guide →Scorpions · Care basics
Scorpion Care Basics: Heat, Humidity & Feeding
Core husbandry concepts for keeping scorpions, with simple targets for temperature, humidity and feeding routines.
Read the scorpion care guide →Costs · Bearded dragons
Bearded Dragon Cost Breakdown (2025 Estimate)
One-time setup and monthly cost ranges for keeping a bearded dragon, with breakdowns for lights, enclosure, food and vet care.
Read the bearded dragon cost guide →Costs · Exotics
How Much Does It Cost to Own an Exotic Pet?
A bigger-picture look at setup and lifetime costs for reptiles and exotic pets, plus budgeting tips before you buy.
Read the exotic pet cost guide →How to use the Reptiles & Exotics Hub
1. Start with the right tool
Choose the calculator that matches your question — snake temps, feeding, dart frog humidity, scorpion ranges or exotic pet costs.
2. Read the matching guide
Each tool has one or more guides above that explain the “why” behind the numbers, with species examples and red flags to watch for.
3. Combine data with real-world observation
Husbandry numbers are only part of the picture. Always watch your animal’s behavior and body condition, and talk to an experienced exotic vet if something feels off.
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