Reptile website

[crevalle]

I built this website from the ground up, pixel by pixel, line by line. I'd appreciate any constructive feedback regarding design, usability, etc.

Reptiles for Sale (http://www.backwaterreptiles.com)

Thanks.

[crevalle]

I'm not sure why the link keeps changing to "reptiles for sale," as I realize this isn't an advertising forum. All I'm typing in is the URL.

[candyraver69]

The overall looks of the site are nice in my opinion. I feel that the site could be slightly better organized. Also I feel for the volume it appears things are being sold, there is no real appearance of validity, AKA no real concrete contact information like address and telephone number, a person's name, etc. I would not buy from this site, I'd be afraid it's going to close down overnight and I lose my money.

my 2cents. hope it helps!

[stephanbakir]

Fantastic photos, but not the selection I'd personally look for.
Great prices on some of it, I do agree with Candy thought.

[infernalis]

The cheap prices on the Thamnophis lead me to believe W/C....

[Uncle_Rev]

The cheap prices on the Thamnophis lead me to believe W/C....

At those prices, yeah it looks that way.

[crevalle]

candyraver69/stephanbakir: That's excellent feedback (ie. appearance of validity). I will add more information in that regard.

stephanbakir: Could you elaborate on the animals "not being the selection" you'd personally look for? Thanks.

infernalis/uncle_rev: yes, wc.

[ladyjustice33]

I actually thought the site looked really nice and had a nice selection of animals!

[Uncle_Rev]

candyraver69/stephanbakir: That's excellent feedback (ie. appearance of validity). I will add more information in that regard.

stephanbakir: Could you elaborate on the animals "not being the selection" you'd personally look for? Thanks.

infernalis/uncle_rev: yes, wc.

Please take this with a grain of salt, but one of the things I would consider doing is listing an actual physical address or something akin to that on the about faq. Now the prices, they are pretty neat for some of the off beat reptiles I was interested in.

However, fix the list price on your piebald, you have it listed at 149 which is the price of your pastel.

Otherwise I think the pictures are very striking!

[crevalle]

Thanks LadyJustice33!

Uncle_Rev, thanks for the feedback, and good catch on the piebald, I'll make the adjustment.

[Dehlida]

The site itself looks very good in my opinion, compared to most I view. However, the fact you are selling crocodile monitors will immediately tell me to buy all my reptiles elsewhere. Anyone selling these animals isn't very responsible in my eyes.

[Valvaren]

Wow, 28.99 for a Sav, personally I think animals of that size and expertise shouldn't be the price of a meal for two at a restaurant, but that's just me.


Other then a few problems I have personally with prices (which is just me don't worry about it) I like the overall layout of the site and I think you did a really good job with it.

[Dehlida]

Wow, 28.99 for a Sav, personally I think animals of that size and expertise shouldn't be the price of a meal for two at a restaurant, but that's just me.


Other then a few problems I have personally with prices (which is just me don't worry about it) I like the overall layout of the site and I think you did a really good job with it.
Savs and niles are imported in bulk. They generally cost between 20-25$ online, and $25-50 from a shop.

The realistic part- my nile eats about $70 in food a week, double what I paid for him last year as a hatchling.

[stephanbakir]

candyraver69/stephanbakir: That's excellent feedback (ie. appearance of validity). I will add more information in that regard.

stephanbakir: Could you elaborate on the animals "not being the selection" you'd personally look for? Thanks.

infernalis/uncle_rev: yes, wc.
I like retics, specifically higher end morphs and sunfires.

[crevalle]

Dehlida - Thanks for the kind words about the site. I understand what you're saying about the crocs. Maybe I put too much faith in hobbyists not to get in over their heads. I would like to see someone breed them, though, which is my hope.

Valvaren - I really appreciate the kind words, thank you.

Stephanbakir - Ah, I see what you're saying.

[Dehlida]

Dehlida - Thanks for the kind words about the site. I understand what you're saying about the crocs. Maybe I put too much faith in hobbyists not to get in over their heads. I would like to see someone breed them, though, which is my hope.

Valvaren - I really appreciate the kind words, thank you.

Stephanbakir - Ah, I see what you're saying.
There has been some breeding success. However- most people who want croc monitors are not prepared for them. Most people who buy them are not able to house them correctly. They should not be sold at all.

They are probably the hardest reptile to house in captivity, and are extremely dangerous. It's simply irresponsible to offer them for sale and promote the importing of such an animal I highly suggest reading the proexotics faq on why to not allow croc monitors in captive situations.

[Jay]

GOOD GOD, I loved the site, prices, selection. The one thing I would recommend is moving to Canada!!! Is there anyway to ship reptiles over the boarder???

[stephanbakir]

GOOD GOD, I loved the site, prices, selection. The one thing I would recommend is moving to Canada!!! Is there anyway to ship reptiles over the boarder???
It's not hard, you need C.I.T.E.S. II permits for most reptiles, there is also a 330$ inspection fee for any shipment of reptiles crossing the border.

[crevalle]

GOOD GOD, I loved the site, prices, selection. The one thing I would recommend is moving to Canada!!! Is there anyway to ship reptiles over the boarder???

Thanks Jay0133--I appreciate the feedback! I've never shipped to Canada as it appears to be a lengthy process riddled with red tape.

[stephanbakir]

Thanks Jay0133--I appreciate the feedback! I've never shipped to Canada as it appears to be a lengthy process riddled with red tape.
Its not hard to work around, or lengthy if done correctly.
Its about 80$ for C.I.T.E.S. Permits, another 330 for inspection + shipping. You are better off buying from Canada and getting a higher quality animal.

[takagari]

Cites is only worth it if your spending a few grand to balance out the costs. :)