Get ready to slither, creep and crawl into a world of amazing reptiles, fascinating facts, and real-life adventures!
Here at Scaly Safari, we love sharing our passion for snakes, lizards, creepy crawlies and all things wild. Whether you’re a curious kid, a teacher planning a school visit, or an event organiser looking for something unforgettable, our blog is packed with fun stories, animal spotlights, behind-the-scenes updates, and educational posts that bring the animal kingdom to life.
👉 Dive in below to explore our latest posts, learn something new, and find out why Scaly Safari is more exciting than the zoo!
🦎 A Reptile Is for Life, Not Just for Christmas: Why You Should Think Twice Before Buying a Reptile This Holiday Season
As Christmas approaches, many people plan to buy reptiles as gifts — but reptiles are lifelong commitments with complex needs. Discover why research and responsible ownership matter before you buy.
Our Tarantula Handling Policy: Safety, Education, and Respect for These Misunderstood Creatures
Learn about Scaly Safari’s tarantula handling policy. Discover how we prioritise spider welfare while offering safe, educational, and life-changing tarantula encounters at our animal experience events.
How Scaly Safari Keeps Our Animals Warm and Safe During Winter Events
Learn how Scaly Safari keeps reptiles warm and comfortable during winter travel and events. From temperature-controlled vans to smart thermometers, discover our expert animal welfare measures.
Why Tenrecs Don’t Make Great Pets (But You Can Still Meet Them at Our Tenrec Tea Parties!)
Thinking about getting a tenrec as a pet? These spiky little cuties from Madagascar might look irresistible, but they’re far from easy to care for! In this post, we explain why tenrecs don’t make great pets — and how you can still meet them up close at one of our enchanting Tenrec Tea Parties.
Scaly Safari Visits Little Sprouts Halloween Special 🎃🐍
We had a spook-tacular time at the Little Sprouts Halloween Special at Ysgol Llywelyn! 🎃 From messy play and slime potions to meeting real snakes, tarantulas, and giant millipedes, the children had an unforgettable afternoon of creepy-crawly fun with the Scaly Safari team. 🕷️🦎
🐍 Scaly Safari Visits Aaron Court Care Home — Courage, Smiles, and Snakes! 💚
An unforgettable afternoon at Aaron Court Care Home! Residents showed incredible courage meeting our snakes, lizards, and tarantula — proving it’s never too late for adventure.
Meet the Royal Python: Fascinating Facts for Kids and Schools 🐍
Meet the Royal Python – a calm, gentle snake that’s full of fascinating facts! 🐍 Perfect for curious kids and schools, this royal reptile loves showing off its beautiful patterns and friendly nature. Discover where it lives, what it eats, and why it’s one of the most popular snakes to meet during Scaly Safari school visits and animal encounters.