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Idaho Reptile Zoo

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Idaho Reptile Zoo

We are a dedicated 501 c3 Non profit reptile rescue and education center here in Idaho.
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Our goal is to educate the public about these amazing animals with the philosophy of Education Through Interaction.

08/14/2024

Sorry we havent been posting as much lately. Things have been crazy around here. But one of the biggest things ever has happened...

The Idaho Reptile Zoo has been gifted 3 adorable baby Galapagos Tortoises from the Galapagos Tortoise Alliance.

They are a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and saving this amazing species.

Some quick interesting facts for those who do not know why this is such a big deal...
- they are the largest species of tortoise
- of their original population study, their numbers have dwindled to 20%
- each subspecies has a distinctive shell to their island home
- WE HAVE THE ONLY THREE IN THE ENTIRE NORTHWEST!!!!

You gotta come see these babies! They are so stinking adorable.

Oh... and just a heads up... the markings on their back do not cause any harm. The facility we got them from mark the babies to track their progress. It should all wear off with time.

07/16/2024

We know our show tomorrow at 3pm is supposed to be "Turtle Tuesday"... bbbuuuuttttttt tomorrow is WORLD SNAKE DAY!!!! So we thought it would be more fitting to have FULL SNAKE SHOW with snakes of all kinds and sizes to celebrate the day!!!
This is all happening at 3pm!!! We'll ssssssee you there!!!

06/20/2024

For those who have recently visited us, you may have noticed Bob the Northern Pacific rattlesnake is off display. Bob has had a mass growing since he was surrendered to us. It started the size of a pea and we have worked with our local vet to help reduce it. Recently it has gotten too large and we had to take action. He went in for surgery to remove the mass and his recovery is going incredible. He is still as alert as ever.

06/14/2024

Come down this Sunday the 14th to visit us for Father's Day. All fathers get in free as a special gift from us.

06/01/2024

Don't forget about tomorrow's feeding day, Sunday, June 2nd. 12p.m giant pythons, 1p.m- Small constrictors, 2p.m- Alligators, 3p.m- Rattlesnakes, 4p.m- Lizards.

06/01/2024

Dont miss out on the opportunity to sponsor your favorite animal here at the zoo. With the sponsorship, you'll be able to pick one of our three plaques to decorate, so we can add it to the enclosure. In addition, as a thank you for the support, on the day of sponsorship you will receive a key chain, along with the chance to interact with the animal you sponsored. The kind of interaction varies between animals. On top of everything else, you'll get a social media shout-out as well as be tagged in every post of the animal.

05/09/2024

Kaan is an absolute stunner and will only get more beautiful as he grows older. He will lose his yellow pigments and turn a solid green.

05/01/2024

We are so happy to announce that our rhumba of Great Basin Rattlesnakes had a little baby.
And yeah... that's what a group of Rattlesnakes is called.
But for having animals that we had to relocate from the wild, to start breeding is the ultimate sign they are happy and loving life.
He has already shed his first shed so he'll be ready to feed soon. So be sure to come by on Sunday for feeding day to give this little guy some encouragement at 3pm!

04/12/2024

For those of you who have been coming to the zoo for a while... you might remember Zero, our black and white tegu.
He had an infamous reputation of thinking everything that moved was food. So, for his own good and health, we moved Zero back to our "work room" back behind the scenes.
This is where Aspen and some of our other keepers can interact with him in a more positive way.
Check out this video we got of Aspen and Zero interacting now. Zero is doing a million times better, so much more relaxed.
It's amazing what we these animals can lessen when given the appropriate care and enrichment.

04/03/2024

We always have so much fun going out to schools... so we REALLY love it when they post and show everyone how much fun they've had!!!

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03/31/2024

Hey guys... this is Mozey. She is a 15ft reticulated python.
She was brought into us a couple months ago needing a new home. Which we were happy to help with. Sadly, we didn't have anything appropriate for her out on display. So until we found something for her, she was living in our back room.
(Which is an area we want to introduce you guys too as well)
During that time... we heard that our friends at Colorado Gator Farm experienced everyone's worst nightmare. They had a terrible fire where they lost quite a few animals.

When we heard that, we reached out to them to see if we could help.

And one of those ways was Mozey!!!

Now she is living in a gigantic enclosure where she can climb, explore, and do all the cool, reticulated python things.

We could not be happier the way things turned out. We took in a big snake needing a home. And found an amazing home that wanted a big snake. Where she will be used to educate an entirely new community!!!

03/29/2024

Hey guys!!! Sorry, we've been quiet with our social media lately! We have been so distracted having a blast working hard and trying to make the Idaho Reptile Zoo the best it can be.
And while that's always gonna be the case, what's the point in working hard if we can't share it all with you guys?!?!
So get ready to start seeing A LOT more of us!!!

02/09/2024

Aren't Alligators just the coolest!?!?!
Look how Gomer comes over excited, almost coming out of the water.
Then, once he realizes that there is no food or anything exciting going on, you can see him sink in the water.
But not all of the way... he still leaves those big beautiful eyes, ears, and nose out of the water, taking everything in just waiting for something exciting.
Just like they would in the wild always learning and taking everything thing in watching for prey and / or predators.

01/26/2024

HAPPY FRIDAY EVERYONE!

We hope to see everyone this TURTLEY good weekend!!!

01/21/2024

Have you ever heard of "Snake Tubing"? I know it sounds like a crazy extreme sport, but it is really just a see-through tube used to restrain snakes safely with minimal stress for examinations. While going through and cleaning our Rattlesnakes, we were able to tube them to safely remove them and give everyone a good exam to make sure they were doing well. Which they are. :) But it also gave us a great idea for a picture while examining their heatpits on their face.

How cool is that!?!?!

01/13/2024

Its a little late... but we had our own Baby New Year!!!!
We have been impatiently watching these eggs like a pot about to boil.
Now we would normally take the egg out and place it in an incubator, but the crazy part about these geckos is that they actually lay them on the glass. SO THEY STICK TO THE GLASS!!!! That's insane right. But with that, we couldn't remove them without damaging the eggs. So again... we waited. And we watched.
And just after the new year... THEY HATCHED!!!!
We have these adorable babies set up on the counter by our baby tortoises... we thought it was fitting by the other babies.
If you wanna see the cutest things ever... then come warm up with us and say hi.

01/03/2024

New Year... New Sticker!!!!!

Come get em before they're gone!!!!

12/24/2023

For everyone planning their Winter Break visits to come see us. Here's the schedule of what to expect, and we will have a feeding at the top of every hour!
Along with the normal turtle and tortoise feedings all day EVERYDAY. Plus, there are plenty of interactions with snakes and lizards.

Oh and to answer everyone's question. We are open our normal hours except closed on Christmas!

We hope to see everyone this break!!!
This is gonna be our best one yet!!!

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12/19/2023

For everyone looking for the perfect stocking stuffer... gift cards are always a great way to go.
And what better than one for the Idaho Reptile Zoo.
We can do gift certificates for anything from a one time visit for someone who has always wanted to come check it out.
Or even a full year membership for those who have come to check it out and absolutely love it!!!

Either way we are happy to be a part of your holiday celebrations. And can't wait to see you soon!!!

12/15/2023

Last weekend, some of our staff were lucky enough to join other zoos, businesses, and the private sector together to raise funds for another international crocodilian conservation project at an amazing event... CROCFEST, which was hosted by Wild Florida in Kenansville, Florida, where we raised $40,000 USD for American crocodiles research on the southern coast of Guatemala!

This has definitely been a dream come true... we can't wait to start giving back more for conservation near and far.

12/03/2023

Hey guys, guess what!?!?!? It's a new month... not only does that mean Feeding Day is tomorrow! But also, NEW STICKERS ARE HERE!!!
And this month it's "Santa CLAWS"!
With that comes a new Scavenger Hunt based around the lizards of the zoo!!!!

12/02/2023

It's so nice when things work out for everyone.
Our rescue has been so successful and growing like crazy, to the point where it needed more space than we could offer them.
And as bitter sweet as it was, the axe room a couple doors down moved out and freed up a space for us to move on in and expand like crazy.
To the point we were lucky enough to partner with Daniel and Renee, an amazing reptile couple who love their animals, and have always wanted to start their own reptile store.
So we asked them if they would be up for teaming up our rescue and their retail store!!! And they were excited and we all jumped at the chance for all of us to expand.
So now, thanks to them, when you adopt an animal you are able to get EVERYTHING they need.
Or if you have an animal at home, they have EVERYTHING you'll ever need. (Feeders, lights, enclosures, EVERYTHING)

So everyone go check them out Reptile Alley, LLC for all of your needs.

11/19/2023

Working with these animals every day, we build a relationship with each and every one of them. One relationship that has had some of the biggest ups and downs is our relationship with Rex, our blackthroat monitor.
It's one that Tyler and Aspen work on every day. Both have tried a lot of the same approaches and some completely different. But whatever they're doing is evidently working.
Rex has never been so trusting and relaxed in all the years we've had him, and it's an AMAZING feeling for us to see such a dramatic change for the better in our animals' behavior.

"It's only when the keeper and the kept lose their fear of each other that the magical understanding begins."

-Tom Crutchfield

11/02/2023

When we remodeled the baby alligator enclosures, we had the idea of putting our little "Alligator Play Place" in front of it.
Even though we were a little hesitant to see how it would work out.
But we are so excited to see that it is not only a positive way for our younger visitors in the obvious ways the toy was intended. But it's also amazing for them to get that close to the alligators in such a positive way.
And really it's also a great way for the alligators to get more accustomed to visitors in their windows.
I guess we'll have to get more of these "play places" around the zoo.
What do you think? Maybe even some for the older kids too!?!?!

10/22/2023

After 2 1/2 years.... the ALLIGATORS ARE GETTING A REMODEL!!!
Their enclosures were great, don't get me wrong. But everything can always be better or improved.
One thing we always felt could be improved with our alligators' enclosures is accessibility and visibility. Visibility, especially for our younger guests and anyone else who couldn't see over the walls into their enclosures.
Those steps were great... but we wanted to give everyone the chance to get really up close to them... in the safest way possible, of course.
Sooooo we ripped out the old metal and put in some new walls with WINDOWS!!!!
While we still have some fine tuning and small details to finish up... we are so excited about how it's turning out.
We hope you like it as much as we do!!!!

10/19/2023

Since the day we moved in and started getting stuff going, our back wall has been begging for some sort of artwork. We were so lucky to have to put out an AMAZING mural along our side walls. So, with our back wall, we wanted to try something a little different. And thought a big "sign" would be best. Plus, we love our alligators. So we put 2 and 2 together, and contacted the incredible who took that and ran with it to create this wonderful piece to ensure everyone knows where they are having the best time ever!!!!

10/12/2023

ADOPTED!
The key to any turtle or tortoise diet is VARIETY! These guys are omnivores which means they need a mix of animal protein and plant matter. Conveniently the ratio is 50/50. They can eat a variety of different proteins such as mealworms, dubia roaches, hornworms, scrambled eggs, and even pinky mice and quail chicks!

10/12/2023

ADOPTED!
A common question we get about these guys is "How much room do they need?" This is a good rule of thumb:
Length = 10x adult length
Width = 5x adult length
Height = 3x adult length
Bigger is always better and they will love the extra room to move around!

Address

10531 W Overland Road
Boise, ID
83709

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6pm
Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 6pm
Saturday	10am - 6pm
Sunday	11am - 5pm

Telephone

+12083763207

Website

http://www.idahoreptilezoo.org/

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Look how excited Frank, our Asian water monitor, is in his new enclosure. It comes equipped with full water feature, swimming pool for laps, and more room and crevices to explore than any monitor knows what to do with!!! #watermonitor #baby #growingup #longtimecoming #movingonup

Did you know that a Tortoise is considered a turtle? Come celebrate Turtle Tuesday tomorrow and learn why. We will have a public show at 3 P.m. Where you can interact with these gentle giants. #idahoreptilezoo #reptilesoftiktok #reptilerescue #reptilekeeper #reptilelover #reptile #turtle #tortoise #turtleofinstagram #tortoiseofinstagram

B.B just rocking out. #reptile #reptilelover #reptilekeeper #reptilerescue #reptilesofinstagram #idahoreptilezoo #bird #birdsofinstagram #mawcaw #blueandgoldmacaw

We are always working to make sure these enclosures stay vibrant. Not only is it for our guests but it benefits our animals as well. Adding more plants and foliage makes them feel safe. Making them feel secure and allowing them to hide anywhere if they need to. #idahoreptilezoo #reptilesoftiktok #reptilerescue #reptilekeeper #reptilelover #reptile #lizard #lizardsofinstagram #chameleons #chameleonsofinstagram #pantherchameleon

If you like things with more than four legs don't miss our Fang Friday show at 3 P.m. Tomorrow we will be giving you a close look at some of our tarantula species. #reptile #reptilelover #reptilekeeper #reptilerescue #reptilesofinstagram #idahoreptilezoo #tarantula #tarantulasofinstagram #invertebrate

Tomorrow Monitor Monday get a rare close-up of Richard during our show at 3 P.m. #lizardsofinstagram #lizard #watermonitor #monitorlizard #idahoreptilezoo #reptilesofinstagram #reptilerescue #reptilekeeper #reptilelover #reptile

This just shows you the level of trust Rex has with our Lizard Keeper Aspen. #reptile #reptilelover #reptilekeeper #reptilerescue #reptilesofinstagram #idahoreptilezoo #monitorlizard #blackthroatmonitor #lizard #lizardsofinstagram

Come see our show on Fang Friday tomorrow it will be at 3 P.m. Learn more about these misunderstood snakes.#idahoreptilezoo #reptilesofinstagram #reptilerescue #reptilekeeper #reptilelover #reptile #snake #rattlesnake #greatbasinrattlesnake #mexicanwestcoastrattlesnake #westerndiamondback #southernpacificrattlesnake #prarierattlesnake

Tomorrow is Wildlife Wednesday here at the zoo. There will be a show at 3 P.m highlighting one of our favorite lizards here at the zoo Hulk. If you want to learn more about the coolest lizard around then see you at 3. #reptilelover #reptilesofinstagram #reptile #reptilerescue #reptilekeeper #idahoreptilezoo #lizards #lizardlover #lizardsofinstagram #iguanna

We wanted to do something new for everyone. During the summer we will be having a public show Monday-Friday at 3 P.m. Each day will be a different theme to start. Tomorrow is all about Turtles, we will be highlighting different kinds of turtle species during our show. #reptilelover #reptilesofinstagram #reptile #reptilerescue #reptilekeeper #idahoreptilezoo #turtle #waterturtle #landturtle #snappingturtle #alligatorsnappingturtle

We wanted to do something new for everyone. During the summer we will be having a public show Monday-Friday at 3 P.m. Each day will be a different theme to start. Tomorrow is all about Turtles, we will be highlighting different kinds of turtle species during our show. #reptilelover #reptile #reptilesofinstagram #reptilerescue #reptilekeeper #idahoreptilezoo #turtle #waterturtle #landturtle #snappingturtle #alligatorsnappingturtle

Ever wonder what its like through the eyes of our venom keeper Graham? #reptilelover #reptilekeeper #reptilesofinsta #reptile #snake #reptilerescue #rattlesnake #pacificrattlesnake #northernpacificrattlesnake #greatbasinrattlesnake

This is our Gaint Day Gecko Flopsy, we have named him this due to when he was surrendered to us he had floppy tail syndrome. He is now living his best life always on the glass for you to see. #reptilelover #reptilesofinstagram #reptile #reptilerescue #reptilerescue #idahoreptilezoo #lizards #gecko #gaintdaygecko

Don't miss out on this Sunday the 7th for our zoo feeding. It will start off with Giant Pythons at 12 P.m. Followed with Small Constrictors at 1 P.m. All of our Alligators at 2 P.m. Then it will round off with Rattlesnakes at 3 P.m, and all Lizards at 4 P.m. #alligator #reptilesofinstagram #reptilelover #reptile #reptilerescue #reptilekeeper #idahoreptilezoo #snake #americanalligator #crocodile #crocodillian #snake #snakesofinstagram #lizards #monitorlizard #python #reticulatedpython #rattlesnake #greatbasinrattlesnake

Did you know that worm-looking thing in Kupa's mouth is actually his tongue? Alligator Snapping Turtles will sit at the bottom of a body of water. Then wiggle their worm-like tongue to attract fish for an easy meal. #reptilesofinstagram #reptilelover #reptile #reptilerescue #reptilekeeper #idahoreptilezoo #snappingturtle #alligatorsnappingturtle

We are back and to show you how excited we are being home. We wanted to do a special 4th of July show tomorrow. Come watch and learn as we highlight all the native American reptiles we have at the zoo. #reptile #reptilelover #reptilekeeper #snake #reptilesofinsta #reptilesofinstagram #snakesofinsta #reptilerescue #idahoreptilezoo #alligator #americanalligator #alligatorsnappingturtle #snapingturtle #cornsnake #rattlesnake #greatbasinrattlesnake

Gatorland does amazing work by relocating nuisance gators to their facility. Through their GatorlandGlobal branch, they assist in the conservation of these misunderstood animals. We had an amazing time gathering ideas to give our animals a more diverse environment. #reptilesofinstagram #reptilelover #reptile #reptilerescue #reptilekeeper #americanalligator #alligator #crocodile #alligator #crocodillian #idahoreptilezoo

Crocfest does amazing work every year and this year was no different. It was such an honor to be a part of something much bigger. This year it was held at Zoo Tampa, and all of the proceeds raised at Crocfest this year went to the conservation of Cuban Crocodiles. #reptilelover #reptilekeeper #reptilesofinstagram #reptile #reptilerescue #idahoreptilezoo #crocodile #crocodillian #alligator #conservation #crocfest

Meet Graham our snake and venomous keeper. He wanted to give you a closer look at our Prarie Rattlesnake. #reptilelover #reptilekeeper #reptilesofinstagram #reptile #reptilerescue #prarierattlesnake #idahoreptilezoo

We learned so much from one of the leading facilities in crocodilian care. Giving us great ideas for enclosures, enrichment, and care. If you are ever in Florida a must-see is St. Augustine Alligator Farm. #reptilelover #reptilekeeper #reptilesofinstagram #reptilerescue #reptile #reptilefanatics #alligator #americanalligator #crocodile #crocodilian