Introducing Grandidier's ground gecko - Chris Mattison outlines the care needs of this interesting Madagascan species, along with its relatives, and explains their breeding behaviour.

Annie, are you ok? - separating fact from fiction, anaconda enthusiasts Christian Castille and Dan Mulleary discuss these snakes, focusing on the yellow 'annie', as it is popularly known, and ask whether it is a suitable species for snake-keepers?

Breeding cockroaches - the maligned cockroach is actually a better source of live food for insectivorous lizards than more traditional choices, argues Richard White.

Breeding spotted pythons - Tariq Abou-Zahr outlines his experiences with these snakes, and makes a plea to fellow breeders as well.

A guide to renting with reptiles - what you need to know if you have a collection of reptiles, and are looking to rent a property.

House of Venom - meet Alex Jeyes, and discover how he is shaking up the world of venomous snake keeping, including his plans for a new facility which will be opening later this year.

Talking about cane toads - these large amphibians may have suffered from a bad press but this is not their fault, and they make fascinating vivarium subjects, says Tony Teece.