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Can anybody identify this species it's being offered to me for $150.00?
stephanbakir
06-10-11, 08:42 PM
Looks like a caiman
Does this look about the same to you? If so its a caiman from Venezuelan, regarding the species idk.
it does look like a camien
I was just informed it is a Speckled Caiman, I think I may purchase this creature.
I was just informed it is a Speckled Caiman, I think I may purchase this creature.
Do you have room for that ?
I have a spare 10g. Jk Yes I do lots My friend who has one says they need 3x the length water and 3x land so a full grown large caiman would live comfortably in the Spare bedroom down stairs.
What you gonna feed it?
Chicken (not too much because the additives can affect their offspring and breeding). Live fish in the pond at times (not too much because the oil and scales can be detrimental if used in abundance). Dead fish, deer, steak, any raw meat, road kill, rabbits, bunnies or squirrels.
stephanbakir
06-10-11, 08:55 PM
They cap off at about 8 feet, and while they can be tamed down slightly, will never be calm, and if you touch any part of the mouth or come close for that matter, they will bite down and not let go. If you want a crocodilian that stays smaller, other kinds of caiman get sub 5 feet.
They cap off at about 8 feet, and while they can be tamed down slightly, will never be calm, and if you touch any part of the mouth or come close for that matter, they will bite down and not let go. If you want a crocodilian that stays smaller, other kinds of caiman get sub 5 feet.
Get a dwarf caiman
They cap off at about 8 feet, and while they can be tamed down slightly, will never be calm, and if you touch any part of the mouth or come close for that matter, they will bite down and not let go. If you want a crocodilian that stays smaller, other kinds of caiman get sub 5 feet.
I will NEVER call her tame (she is a female) 5' Tops. I believe I am just raising him for my friend who doesn't have the time or space right now. In a few years if he decides he doesn't want him I would be glad to keep him.
stephanbakir
06-10-11, 09:05 PM
Has someone taught you how to handle crocodilians? It's not too tough, but if done incorrectly can turn sour fast.
At that size you don't have much to worry about, but keep in mind that some teeth will leave the mouth on the side slightly and even if the mouth is taped, if she shakes her head you risk getting your hands torn up pretty badly.
150 isn't a bad deal at all for that animal.
Yea I believe he is asking quite a bit more but I sell him antiques weekly. He has four or five adults and about 14 little guys I have watched him feed and handle. They look slow and he looked comfortable but he told me NEVER feel comfortable they are Fast and unpredictable. Before I purchase her I will be staying longer on my weekly stops to get first hand tips.
stephanbakir
06-10-11, 09:20 PM
Alright, if you have any questions you can't get answered give me a shout, I worked with them at my last 2 jobs. I didn't specifically work with them but once or twice a week for 6 months isn't bad :) Might be able to answer some of them.
Mouthwash is your best friend btw.
stephanbakir
06-10-11, 09:51 PM
We use mouthwash with larger snakes and monitors+crocodilians that don't want to let go. 1 drop inside the mouth and they let go immediately, use the alcohol free MW
Ohh ok I thought wasn't sure though I have used Vinegar in the past with my Sav
TeaNinja
06-10-11, 11:37 PM
that will be an interesting aquisition.
vendettaseve
06-11-11, 03:58 AM
Why Mouthwash?
Sorry frenchman, your wrong on that one.
The mouthwash is mandatory for their breath, its quite foul.
Thats a nice looking animal for sure.. Im not sure I could ever dedicate and entire room of my house to a single creature.... could fit so many more lesser ones in that space.
As usual, pics are mandatory if you get it. :D
stephanbakir
06-11-11, 07:28 AM
Lesser ones? :P You got a problem with snakes?!!!
Coffee Black
06-11-11, 10:10 AM
I read a recent Reptiles Magazine article that said cleaning out the water filter for their ponds is quite possibly the most disgusting thing in the world. :D
stephanbakir
06-11-11, 10:15 AM
It is, and it needs to be done pretty often.
It LOOKS bad, but doesn't smell as bad as sav poo.
Freebody
06-11-11, 10:15 AM
i have been told by a guy who used to have a caimen back in the day, he said they are not all they are cracked up to be, he said it was real cool when it was small, but after like 5-10 years with this thing he said it became a huge chore with no real reward, cant socialize with it, it always hated him and after that many feeding it seesed to be entertaining and was more of a hasle makeing sure he had somone their everytime he stepped downstair to check on it, I think they are so damn cool, but its somthing to consider. like you said if your buddy takes it later that would be sweet, just around the time this might hapen, you would be able to relieve yourself of all the work and still get to be around it, win win if you ask me. If you get this bad boy you better show pics lol im sure half of us will be living vicariously through you on this one for sure :)
vendettaseve
06-11-11, 11:00 AM
Lesser ones? :P You got a problem with snakes?!!!
Size wise :P You can get 50 snakes in the space it would take to keep one of thoes guys. They really dont sound like that much fun anyways.
stephanbakir
06-11-11, 01:00 PM
50 sissy snakes maby:P (JK)
lyndsy_davis123
06-15-11, 01:51 PM
You can have those as pets?! what would you feed them?
vendettaseve
06-15-11, 05:36 PM
You can have those as pets?! what would you feed them?
Pretty much anything... the neighbors cat usualy works.
Little Wise Owl
06-22-11, 09:21 AM
Good luck. Are crocodilians legal where you are?
Pretty much anything... the neighbors cat usualy works.
I know that's a joke (I hope) but I personally find it unamusing because there are people who do that.
vendettaseve
06-22-11, 01:21 PM
Good luck. Are crocodilians legal where you are?
I know that's a joke (I hope) but I personally find it unamusing because there are people who do that.
Was wondering when the fun police would show up :P
shaunyboy
06-22-11, 01:26 PM
I have a spare 10g. Jk Yes I do lots My friend who has one says they need 3x the length water and 3x land so a full grown large caiman would live comfortably in the Spare bedroom down stairs.
amazing,a crocodile in your spare bedroom thats pretty awesome stuff mate
at least if unwanted guest try to stay the night you have a very unique excuse
" sorry but the croc's staying home tonight "
if it had been friday he stays with his girlfriend ,oh well maybe another night mate:yes::yes::yes:
cheers shaun
Xochiquetzal
06-22-11, 02:03 PM
sweet little dude ! It is amazing what is legal from one province to the next , i happen to live in the everything is illegal province!!!
I refuse to have a pet I can't "play" with... plus I would be all too tempted to through the neighbors god damn yippy dog that barks all god damn day in there.
No, I am not kidding. I want to kill that dog.
But I agree with freebody, I can definitely imagine it getting old after a while.
stephanbakir
06-23-11, 05:22 AM
My neighbour breeds Jack Russells... she has 3 females and 1 male... It's rare that we go 30 minutes without barking -.-
Dehlida
06-23-11, 10:20 AM
I refuse to have a pet I can't "play" with...
I find this extremely confusing- given that reptiles are solitary animals who instictively want to get away from large mammals for all sorts of various reasons. Reptiles will always do better in a hands off approach to keeping- as to keep down stress on the animal.. How do you "play" with a solitary animal such as a reptile, I know it certainly doesn't work the same way as a social mammal such as a dog!
Lankyrob
06-23-11, 11:34 AM
I think by "play" he means handle rather than throwing a ball for it. :)
Nope I'm sure he meant play dress up:freakedout:
Lankyrob
06-23-11, 04:08 PM
Maybe act out some scenes from Crocodile Dundee? :crazy:
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