Georgia Herpetological Association & Rescue
Adoptable Reptiles
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We do not promote the breeding of our reptiles, so the genders of our adoptable animals are not guaranteed.
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We house additional tanks at our Rockmart foster home, so if there is an animal housed there that you would like to adopt, but you need an enclsoure, please feel free to inquire!
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All adoption fees are $40 unless specified; leopard geckos are $20.
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We do not adopt out our foster animals to be used as classroom pets or to be used in business ventures of any kind. Adoptable animals often do not have the best lives prior to coming to us, and it is our goal to find them their forever homes in an environment that respects their needs.
How adoption works:
1. Complete an application at https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/GAH/Exotic/Other.
Answer all questions, paying special attention to those about your pet-ready enclosure and the diet you have researched for the animal you want to adopt. Be as specific as possible (don't just list "greens;" instead, tell us about the different types of food you will offer your pet).
2. Once you have submitted your application, email detailed photographs or your pet-ready enclosure to gharescue@gmail.com. In the photos, include a card with your name and the pet you want to adopt. Note that no application can be processed without photographic evidence of your enclosure and accessories. Please read our website page “habitat & diet recommendations” before sending the photos to ensure your tank is ready for an adoptable animal. Submitting an application does not "hold" the animal for you and we take complete applications (including the pet-ready habitat) on a first-come first-served basis. We do not approve applications that do not meet our requirements. Our advice is built on exotic vet recommendations for these animals and may be different from what is sold at a pet store.
3. We will review your application and speak with you about any further questions we have.
4. Once you are approved, we will send you information on payment and your additional adoption forms.
Current Animals Looking for their Forever Homes:
Leona: adult, undetermined age, female, Green Iguana.
Leona came to us from a kind person who found her and knew she had been released into the wild, as she is not a native green iguana. She has a commanding presence much like the notorious hotelier Leona Helmsley; this scaly socialite demands the best and isn't afraid to let her keepers know it. Known for her discerning taste, Leona has been described as a meticulous diva who expects nothing less than five-star treatment: perfectly misted greens, the finest sunbeams for basking, and a water dish refilled at the precise moment it begins to look anything less than pristine. She surveys her domain with a regal, sometimes judgmental, glare, ensuring all is in order. Her foster is working with her on being handled, and she does pretty well and is adapting quickly. She rules her roost with a firm claw and an undeniable, albeit prickly, charm.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Leo: adult, 5 years old, male, Leopard Gecko. Leo came to us with multiple layers of shed skin and eye caps stuck to him. This is typically due to poor husbandry from passive care, but can be corrected. He has been with us for a little over a year to ensure that he is fully healed and ready for his new home. He takes handling easily (for the species, which doesn't typically like it), but will need an owner who can ensure they are regulating the proper habitat (the necessary humidity, no loose substrate, and the proper heating elements). This will be necessary to ensure that he doesn't encounter shed issues again. He would make a great pet for an owner who wants to participate in daily husbandry checks on their animal.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Eddie: adult, 2 years old, male, Leopard Gecko.
Eddie came to us very sick, and his owner was unsure how to continue to provide for him. He has made a wonderful comeback through excellent veterinary care and proper husbandry and is now ready for his forever home. He tolerates handling but is still a bit jumpy (typical for this species), but is very friendly and interested. He is best fed with tongs as he has a bit of difficulty distinguishing between fingers and bugs! He loves to hunt his bugs and is really enjoying his tank enrichment.
Pick up in Athens
Violet: adult, 5 years old, male, Leopard Gecko. If Violet thinks you have a treat, he'll come out of his hide to check you out. He is not a good hunter, though; he'll strike at the glass or your finger before going for the worms. He appreciates you feeding him with tongs. He did like Dubias as well, but hunting them down was not his strong suit. He has done well for us when being handled.
Pick up in Hiram
Hazel: adult, unknown age and gender, Ball Python.
Woodward is named for Woodward Avenue near Grant Park where he was found by a member of the public. Woodward is a mature bp and enjoys handling. He would be happiest in a 40 gallon or larger enclosure and is eating med/large frozen rats twice monthly.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Woodstock: adult, 10 years old, male, Leopard Gecko. Woodstock is an older gentleman, but he still has a lot of life left in him. He would be best suited for an owner who has handled leopard geckos before, as he is a bit skittish. He prefers to be an observational gecko, but these can be great fun! His foster family loves watching him catch his bugs and explore his habitat.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Truffles: 3 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Truffles is a beautiful leopard gecko with a fun personality! Her very favorite place to be during the day is in her humid hide, and she enjoys being tweezer-fed her dubia from this spot, also! Truffles has tried superworms a few times with her foster, but she does not digest them well and tends to regurgitate them. However, she is a major fan of dubia roaches and is an excellent eater. Truffles does not seem to be a fan of being held much, as she tends to scurry when you get super close to her. However, she is nosy and observant and will gladly interact with you from her tank. With regular attempts for holding, she will continue to warm up. She will make an excellent pet!
Pick up in Jackson
Laroy: adult, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Laroy is full-grown and would be best housed in a 40-gallon or larger habitat. Laroy came to us from someone who bought a snake rack off the internet, and when they went to pick up the item, they found two ball pythons living in the racks! He has spent his entire life living in a small rack enclosure, and we are hoping for him to find someone who can give him the time and attention he deserves. He is a very gentle snake and has never missed a meal with his foster yet.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Solidus: adult, 5 years old, unknown gender, Ball Python.
Solidus came to us quite a while ago with a terrible mouth infection. He has spent the last year with his foster recovering and receiving medical attention. He has made a full recovery now and is on display at Bear Creek. Solidus handles well and currently eats a diet of frozen/thawed rats.
Pick up at Bear Creek Nature Center, Chattahoochee Hills.
Lucille: adult, Ball Python. Lucille was found inside the same rack referenced under Laroy's bio. She has spent her entire life living in a snake rack that is too small, but despite this, she has a wonderful personality and is very inquisitive. Her foster family is housing her in a 40-gallon tank, and she has been enjoying the enrichment and interaction of being part of a family.
Pick up in Sugar Hill, outside of Atlanta
Toast: adult, male, Leopard Gecko. FAQs about Toast: does he even like bread? No, he prefers crickets, and he likes them uncooked. Does he toast things? His foster doesn't know whether or not Toast can breathe fire. He believes in himself! Last question: does Toast make a good pet? YES! This sweet lizard is charming, clever, and a lot more fun than bread.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Medusa: adult, 2 years old, unknown gender, Ball Python.
Medusa came to us from an animal shelter, as these facilities don't often have the capacity to keep specialty animals for extended periods of time. Medusa is easy to handle and eats a frozen/thawed rat every other week. Medusa would be fine to be housed in a 20 or 30-gallon enclosure for a few more years, but will need a 40-gallon or larger in the future.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Sasuke: adult, 3 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Sasuke was surrendered to us by a school teacher who left the classroom. She is a very young snake (for the species), but handles well and eats regularly. She would be happiest in a 40-gallon enclosure.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Atiq: 2 years old, male, Leopard Gecko. Atiq is still very young and may still have some more growing to do. We don't recommend the use of overhead lighting with leopard geckos, but as Atiq is a lighter morph, prospective owners should be additionally careful about light, as this morph is quite sensitive to it. He came to us having been kept in a tank with dirt substrate and had quite a lot of built-up shed, but he has been doing wonderfully with his foster. He loves to curl up in his mossy hide and is an adept hunter of bugs!
Pick up in Atlanta/Buckhead
Apophis: juvenile/under 5 years old, unknown gender, regular morph Ball Python. Apophis is a very interesting snake, but can be a little shy (his namesake is the Egyptian god of Chaos, but he behaves himself at home). However, working with these snakes can be very fulfilling as they get to know (and become comfortable with) you. Apophis eats a diet of frozen, thawed small rats. His foster parents work with him regularly, and he enjoys being handled. Apophis will need at least a 40-gallon enclosure for his forever home.
Pick up in Griffin
Boris: sub-adult, 3 years old, undetermined gender, Garden Phase Tree Boa. Amazon boas are not for beginner reptile keepers. We are asking for a specific habitat in order to have a successful application. It should be an arboreal tank with heavy substrate and high humidity (60-80%). Overhead lighting should be used, which is partially what makes their care difficult as this will drastically reduce the amount of humidity in a tank unless the owner is monitoring it daily. UV is recommended with the species, but it should only be a 5.0 bulb (for arboreal animals such as a chameleon). The smallest enclosure size should be 24x24x28. These are a recent addition to the pet trade, and therefore, the typical temperament for the species is more like a wild-caught snake. Please see the following website for more details on husbandry: https://www.thebiodude.com/blogs/snake-caresheets/amazon-tree-boa-corallus-hortulanus-care-sheet
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Frosty: adult, around 1 year old, undetermined gender. Ball Python.
Frosty came to us from the Savannah area, where she was found wandering in someone's yard, and she needed antibiotic treatment due to exposure. She made a full recovery with our experienced foster in that area and made the move to the Atlanta area in the hopes of finding her forever home. She is small enough that a 20-gallon tank would be suitable for now, but as she grows, her owner will need to make appropriate upgrades.
Pick up in Chamblee
Shatters: adult, female, Leopard Gecko. Shatters is a sweet and easygoing girl who is doing well with her foster. She would make a great first reptile for a family.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Onix: adult, 7 years old, suspected female, Ball Python. Onix is a medium-sized ball python and loves to come out of her enclosure and explore with her foster. She enjoys handling and is very inquisitive! Potential adopters should prepare at least a 40-gallon enclosure.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Panther: young adult, Ball Python. Panther still has some growing to do, but it is a good size. She handles well and would make a great pet for a family. Adopters should prepare at least a 40-gallon tank to house Panther.
Pick up in Augusta
Yin: juvenile, under 1 year old, Leopard Gecko. Yin is a VERY talented hunter. She is absolutely wonderful to watch, but should likely be an observation pet due to her hunting instincts. These are likely due to her having cohabitated with another gecko when she came to us and having to compete for food. Her foster parents have been working with her and will be happy to share some techniques with her forever home.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Lemmy: adult, male, Leopard Gecko. Lemmy is a little shy but very sweet! He loves to hunt his mealworms (in his bowl). He is a lighter morph and so is sensitive to lights. Leopard geckos absorb heat from below, not above, so for Lemmy, it will be important to get the right temperatures from non-light-emitting sources.
Pick up in Monroe
MJ: adult, 4 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. She has eaten for her foster every time she has been offered her frozen/thawed meal and loves to explore when she's out of her enclosure (with supervision). MJ should have at least a 40-gallon tank in her forever home.
Pick up in Midway, south of Savannah
Marvin: adult, 5 years old, undetermined gender, Sulcata. Marvin is an African spurred tortoise (Centrochelys sulcata), the third-largest species of tortoise in the world, and he takes his job of being a large, impressive creature very seriously. Currently, he is not much bigger than a 6 in plate, but he will grow much larger. Please note that this is a specialized breed, and you will need to have built the appropriate habitat to house something of this size. We are always happy to help with this part; just reach out via email.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Tabasco: adult, male, 4 years old, Green Iguana. A true specimen of reptilian royalty, Tabasco rules his habitat with a silent, stoic demeanor. His days are spent in quiet contemplation, absorbing UV rays, and perfecting his intimidating glare. Hailing from a lineage that whispers of ancient Mexican coastal plains, he carries himself with a certain salsa, ensuring all know who is boss. His hobbies include maintaining his impressive dewlap and judging every life choice his humans make.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Spyro: adult, 3 years old, male, Leopard Gecko. Spyro is a beautiful leopard gecko and loves to come out for dips in his pool and his bugs! He came to us with some shed impaction on his eye, but this has cleared up with proper husbandry (please do not submit applications with heat lamps for this reason). He is a very gentle guy and would do well with a family as long as they practiced safe handling.
Pick up in Bogart
Lizzy: adult, 2 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Lizzy came to us having been housed with "Jane" (see above), so her foster took immediate action to separate and quarantine her. Although some experienced owners do house female leopard geckos together, it is not something we recommend. Her foster reports that Lizzy has a beautiful yellow coloring and is very curious. She loves to hunt and wiggle her tail.
Pick up in Moultrie, South Georgia
Echo: adult, 3 years old, suspected male, Leopard Gecko.
Meet Echo, he has dropped his tail before he arrived with us, but it has grown back now wonderfully. Echo loves his dubia roaches, mealworms, and loves chasing his crickets. Echo will even come out and greet you! When you take him out, he is a little squirmy at first, but will settle down and relax in your hands (fairly common for this species). Echo is still young and would make a sweet addition to a family.
Pick up in Augusta
Pascel: 4-years old, female, Veiled Chameleon. Pascel laid a clutch of infertile eggs a few months ago and recovered well. She loves to eat but doesn't like to be held (typical of this species). Her colors are vibrant and she is really interested in what's going on both in and out of her enclosure. Please note that chameleons should be kept in open-air environments, and you can see our page "habitat & diet recommendations" for more information.
Pick up in Atlanta, near Sandy Springs
Biscuit: adult, 4 years old, unknown gender, Ball Python. Biscuit is a great python who enjoys handling sessions and has eaten every meal (small, frozen/thawed rats) at his feedings. He currently eats every two weeks. His owner had him since he was a hatchling, but wasn't able to upkeep his environment, and he became stressed (this can happen if temperatures or humidity fall). He has been doing extremely well with his foster, and is ready for his forever home. Biscuit still may have some growing to do, but adopter should prepare at least a 40-gallon enclosure for their application.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Odie: sub-adult, almost 1 year old, suspected male, Bearded Dragon.
Odie's name is inspired by Odysseus from Greek mythology, and he definitely has an adventurous spirit. You can often see him leaping from one climb to another in his enclosure. He also enjoys perching on logs and sleeping in very funny positions. He has a healthy appetite for bugs of all kinds and salads, too. He tolerates handling for periods of time, but would also enjoy having a safe area to roam around and have his own adventures. Younger dragons are a wonderful addition to a family, but they do need someone willing to continue to work with them in short sessions.
Pickup in Decatur
Pandora: adult, approximately 5 years old, Ball Python. Pandora is currently on a diet of frozen-thawed small rats. She does well with handling and would make a great snake for someone who doesn't want to purchase multiple tanks (as she is full grown).
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Blaze: juvenile, under 1 year old, undetermined gender, Bearded Dragon. Blaze came to us without having had any UVB on her tank previously, so she therefore has MBD. This will never go away, but it can be curbed, and many dragons with MBD make wonderful pets nonetheless. Being young, she loves to explore her tank, but with the MBD, she has a difficult time climbing, so she will need an enclosure that has easily accessible climbs. She loves to eat, but is still getting used to her balanced diet of greens and protein; currently, her foster encourages her to eat her greens with tong feeding (which is also a fun way of interacting). She is very easy to handle and loves to hang out with her foster mom and observe her other pets. Blaze would make a great pet for a family, as long as they were willing to continue her care as described above.
Pick up in Athens
Lester: sub-adult, under 2 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Lester came to us from LifeLine, where he was seized as part of an animal cruelty case. Despite his hard beginnings, he is a sweet snake who handles well and eats a small to medium rat weekly. He will still fit in a 20-gallon tank for a while, but the owner would need to be able to provide a larger tank as he grows.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA
Winchester: adult, 3 years old, suspected male, Ball Python. Winchester came to us from the same owner as Griffin. Due to a move, the owner could not keep either snake and wanted to make sure they went to a home that would care for them properly. He would be happiest in a 40 gallon tank with enrichment. He eats well for his foster, but does sometime go on hunger strikes, which is typical for the breed.
Pick up in Savannah
Griffin: adult, 2 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Griffin came to us from Winchester's owner (see above). Due to a move, the owner was unable to continue to keep them and wanted to ensure that they would be placed with an owner who would care for them properly. Griffin is on the smaller side but would be happiest in a 40-gallon tank. He does sometimes refuse feedings, but this isn't uncommon for the species, and he picks back up with eating just fine.
Pick up in Savannah
Lilo: juvenile, female, under 2 years old, Leopard Gecko. Lilo came to us in a tank that was much too large for her (sometimes more space is NOT better when it comes to certain species). Her foster mom is working with her to be comfortable being held (as comfortable as this species can get). Lilo loves her worms and goes to her bowl to wait for her meals.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Milo: juvenile, around 1 year old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Milo is likely from a pet store and was not actively handled prior to his/her surrender to us. Juveniles can sometimes snap for their food in a very excited manner, and Milo is no different! Once he is out of his enclosure, he handles very well. Most young ball pythons react this way, and frequently working with your baby ball for small amounts of time helps them get used to handling. Milo is small enough now that he would be comfortable in a 20-galllon enclosure, but his owner will need to make appropriate upgrades as he grows.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Ta'Cala: young adult, Ball Python. Ta'Cala is on a diet of frozen, thawed small rats. Ta'Cala still may have some growing to do, but in order to offer her the best home, adopters should be prepared to show a 40-gallon tank or larger with their application.
Pick up in Augusta.
Lazarus: adult, 2 years old, female, Bearded Dragon. Lazurus has MBD from her previous living situation and care. She is doing much better now with the correct diet, supplements, and UVB. Her tail is kinked, and she has limited use of her back legs. She is, however, very sweet and loves to be held. She eats well on greens and insects with supplements. She would make a great pet for the right home!
Pick up in Moultrie, South Georgia
Pineapple: adult, 7 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Pineapple may seem older, but ball pythons can live for up to 30 years, so really, she's got a lot of life to live! She eats well for her foster and handles wonderfully. Adopters should be prepared to show a 40-gallon enclosure for their application.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Fiddlehead Fern: juvenile, female, Green Iguana. Fern came to us from a member of the public who found her wandering, and we suspect that her previous owner released her. She has striking lime scales and the normal iguana disposition. Fern is a great eater with her foster! She prefers high vantage points and a humid environment where she can survey her domain with quiet grace.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Molly: adult, unknown age, female, Leopard Gecko.
Molly was found wandering outside of an apartment complex and was brought to our organization, as the person who found her was unsure of how to provide care. She has been quarantined with her foster for a while now and loves to eat and hunt. She particularly loves crickets the best, but her foster has been working with her to get her to eat superworms, which are more nutritious. She tolerates handling well and is very curious about tank enrichment. She is really fun to watch!
Pick up in Atlanta, near Brookhaven
Spike: young adult, almost 1 year old, unknown gender, Bearded Dragon. Spike is sweet and energetic. He loves all kinds of bugs: crickets, hornworms, and dubia roaches. For treats, he gets super worms. He also enjoys his salads as well and he loves his basking spot. He can be held in small intervals because he would rather jump down and explore his surroundings. He would be a great pet for someone who wanted to watch their bearded dragon grow.
Pick up in Augusta
Nessie: adult, 7 years old, female, Bearded Dragon. Nessie is a very sweet bearded dragon who has laid one clutch of eggs in the past with her previous owner. She was well cared for in her previous home, but her owner was experiencing health issues and contacted us for support. Nessie is a good eater and has eaten everything her foster family has offered, except for strawberry tops! Blech! Every day, she gets greens with a mix of veggies (she has eaten squash, carrots, green beans, broccoli) and occasional fruit. She also likes superworms and dubias (but she's not good at catching them). She puffs up a little when you pet her, but she's fine after you take her out of the enclosure.
Pick up in Hiram
Whinny: adult, female, Veiled Chameleon. Whinny is a healthy (younger adult) chameleon who enjoys a variety of bugs daily and has recently taken a liking to the occasional mustard green in her bowl. She also eats greens when mixed in her bug cup. As is typical for this species, she doesn't like to be handled but doesn't shy away from being interacted with in her habitat. She was recently seen by one of our exotic vets for a few lumps that grew on the side of her face. They were treated, and have healed, and she will come with her vet records. Please see our recommendations for chameleon habitats on our page, and note that the smallest habitat size should be avoided.
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Spooky: adult, 4 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Spooky is a wonderful girl who absolutely loves meal times! She came to us in bad shape (layers and layers of stuck shed from poor husbandry and eye infections from dirt in her enclosure), but has made a remarkable recovery with us and is ready for her forever home. Due to the severity of her eye infections (which is why we cannot approve dirt substrate in enclosures), she has some slight vision issues and prefers to be tong-fed. However, this can be a really fun activity for her prospective owner. Once she knows it isn't feeding time, she handles well, although she is a bit flighty due to the vision impairment and will require some extra caution when handling. She is a remarkably sweet gecko for all that she has been through!
Pick up in Decatur, near Emory
Disco: adult, 2 years old, female, Leopard Gecko.
Disco came to us from an owner who took excellent care of her, but due to lifestyle changes, could no longer keep her. She tolerates handling sessions when going into her tank slowly and allowing her to recognize your hand (this is always good practice for handling this species). She enjoys exploring her environment and hunting her worms!
Pick up in Augusta
Momo the snake: young, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Momo has been with us since he was a tiny python, but now he has grown and will need an adult-sized enclosure. So far, he has not missed a meal! He is easy to handle. Please see our page, "Habitat and Diet Recommendations," to prepare for adopting.
Pick up at Bear Creek Nature Center, Chattahoochee Hills.
Caesar: adult, 1.5 years old, male, Bearded Dragon. Caesar has been with his foster in Atlanta since the start of 2025, and they have been working on getting him to drop his Nero-like ways. He came from a family with children, and while their intentions were good, he did not get the enrichment he needed and was consequently fearful of all people. He has come a long way, and we are ready for him to find someone who can patiently work with him to continue his journey. He LOVES to eat his greens, and he is a very fun hunter of bugs. He prefers that his person pets him in his enclosure prior to trying to pick him up, and he may never be the cuddliest of dragons. However, as a great Roman Emperor, can you blame him?
Pick up in Griffin
Katana: adult, 8 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Katana came to us from a home where she was well-taken care of, but her owner had to move and was unable to take her with him. She is very easily handled and is very curious about her enclosure. As an older snake, she doesn't need to eat as regularly as a growing, younger one, and she is currently on medium frozen-thawed rats.
Pick up at Bear Creek Nature Center, Chattahoochee Hills.
Sir Lancelot: adult, 10 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python.
As a Knight of the Round Table, Sir Lancelot is very chivalrous with his foster mother. He has eaten every meal his foster has offered (he is now on medium frozen/thawed rat every other week) and enjoys exploring his tank. He wasn't handled much by his previous owner and sadly suffered some neglect, but he hasn't let that interfere with his interest in people. He is a bit head shy (not uncommon for the species), and prefers to be taken out of his habitat gently with a bit of warning from the handler. Applications should show a 40-gallon tank or larger.
Pick up in Jefferson, near Athens
Green Bean: adult, 3 years old, female, Veiled Chameleon. Green Bean's owner sadly passed away. She is doing very well in foster care and absolutely loves hornworms! She's a typical chameleon in that she doesn't want to be held, but she is very inquisitive and loves to climb her pothos plants.
Pick up in Atlanta, near Sandy Springs
Teddy: juvenile, undetermined gender, 2 years old, Green Iguana. Teddy was left by his owner with a friend, who was struggling to house him properly. He did lose his tail, but this doesn't inhibit his ability to get around. He doesn't love to be handled, but his foster works with him often, and this will improve with time and patience. He is a great eater and has beautiful colors! He's hopeful he can be somebody's teddy bear!
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Basilisk: adult, 2 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python.
Basilisk is the "king of serpents" and came to us from an animal shelter, as these facilities don't often have the capacity to keep specialty animals for extended periods of time. Basilisk is easy to handle and eats a frozen/thawed rat every other week. Owners should be prepared to show at least a 40-gallon tank as he is quickly growing.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Ahir: juvenile adult, 2 years old, suspected male, Russian Tortoise. Ahir was a bit shy when he came to his foster home, but he is warming up to the family. His favorite pastime is basking in his enclosure, but he also loves to climb! Enrichment with this species is crucial, as they are very long-lived and intelligent. Owners should also bear in mind that they should have someone to whom their tortoise can go, should they outlive them (which can happen).
Pick up in Jefferson, near Athens
Penelope: sub-adult, 1 year old, Leopard Gecko. Penelope is very beautiful and would also make a great gecko for someone who wants to watch their pet grow. We have smaller tanks at our Rockmart location for an additional donation.
Pick up at Bear Creek Nature Center, Chattahoochee Hills.
Maverick: sub-adult, 3 years old, undetermined gender, Yellow Phase Tree Boa. Amazon boas are not for beginner reptile keepers. We are asking for a specific habitat in order to have a successful application. It should be an arboreal tank with heavy substrate and high humidity (60-80%). Overhead lighting should be used, which is partially what makes their care difficult as this will drastically reduce the amount of humidity in a tank unless the owner is monitoring it daily. UV is recommended with the species, but it should only be a 5.0 bulb (for arboreal animals such as a chameleon). The smallest enclosure size should be 24x24x28. These are a recent addition to the pet trade, and therefore, the typical temperament for the species is more like a wild-caught snake. Please see the following website for more details on husbandry: https://www.thebiodude.com/blogs/snake-caresheets/amazon-tree-boa-corallus-hortulanus-care-sheet
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Phineas: adult, 2 years old, female, Bearded Dragon. Phineas is extremely healthy and active, although she is not the most cuddly beardie her foster home has ever met, she is willing to do it for a few minutes at a time. She absolutely loves to explore their house. She spends most of her time happily sitting on her rock and sunning herself under her lamp. Once in a while, she will give a little snap on a finger if she mistakes it for a worm, but she’s an excellent salad eater as well. She’s a very robust, happy, healthy lizard, and her foster family has enjoyed having her!
Pick up in Atlanta, near Emory
Pretzel: young-adult, 2 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python.
Pretzel came to us having been fed live rats (which is never recommended) and had been bitten by one previously. His foster has successfully moved him to frozen/thawed rats, and he currently eats a small rat once a week. Adopters should be prepared to show a 40-gallon or larger, for their application. He handles well and enjoys being out of his enclosure.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Noodles: juvenile, 1 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Noodles came to us from a family who no longer had the time to care for him due to increasingly busy schedules (this is indeed something to consider for adopters with busy lives). He is very small and would enjoy a 20-gallon enclosure with the appropriate enrichment for a few more years, but he will need a 40-gallon tank as he grows. He currently eats a frozen/thawed hopper rat once a week.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Spike: sub-adult, 2.5 years old, suspected female, Sulcata Tortoise. Currently, Spike is about the size of a large serving dinner plate and can be adequately housed indoors as long as the owner makes special provisions that the habitat is designed for a tortoise, such as those listed here: https://www.pinktortz.com/. Prospective owners should be prepared to show either an indoor habitat or that they own their own property and have a completed outdoor enclosure with adequate heat. Owners should also keep in mind that this species is extremely long-lived, so they will need to have someone in mind to care for Spike when they are no longer able to. Many of the sulcata we get come from these types of situations.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Taz: adult, 2 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Taz is currently on the smaller side, but his foster family houses him in a 40-gallon enclosure, and he loves to explore. He is currently eating every other week, but sometimes, he chooses to skip a meal. He is an active snake and handles very well.
Pick up in Jefferson, near Athens
Sugar: sub-adult, 5 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Sugar came to us with multiple layers of stuck shed and will always need an enclosure that is closely monitored for proper humidity to avoid issues with shedding in the future. Sugar is very small for her age, and as long as the prospective adopter provided extra enrichment, Sugar would be happy in a 20 or 30 gallon enclosure. She has been handled often by children and eats every week without fail! Sugar handles easily and has been eating every week for her foster mom.
Pick up in Dunwoody
Diego: adult, 5 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Diego came to us from an owner who could no longer care for him. He is very gentle and handles easily. Adopters should be ready to show a 40-gallon tank (or larger) for their application.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Jormungandr: adult, 2 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Jormungandr is named after a monstrous sea serpent from Norse mythology! He came to us from an animal shelter, as these facilities don't often have the capacity to keep specialty animals for extended periods of time. Jormungandr is easy to handle and eats a frozen/thawed rat every other week. Adopters should be prepared to show at least a 40-gallon tank.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Saffron: adult, 10 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Saffron's foster called her "a very sweet girl" as she is quite gentle as well as beautiful. She is a bit more vocal than most leopard geckos and will vocalize if she doesn't want to be interacted with. She would make a great pet for an owner who was new to reptiles.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Ernie: adult, 9 years old, suspected female, Ball Python. While some adopters may shy away from a 9-year-old pet, ball pythons can live for up to 30 years in captivity. Her foster mom brought her out to one of our education events earlier this year and reported that she did wonderfully with the crowd. She would be happiest in a 40-gallon tank, but the adopter could go larger if preferred.
Pick up in Augusta
Lady Yoshi: adult, 3 years old, female, Bearded Dragon.
Lady Yoshi has a heart as big as her personality! She came to us in rough shape, severely dehydrated and malnourished, but she has made wonderful progress in foster care. She has a back toe that was previously broken and never medically treated, though it doesn’t slow her down one bit! Despite likely coming from a home where she didn’t receive much attention, Lady Yoshi is remarkably calm, sweet, and gentle. She’s super curious and loves watching everything going on outside her enclosure. While she’s still learning how to be handled, she has never bitten… she just gets a little confused when she's lifted and moved around. With patience and consistency, she continues to grow more comfortable and confident. Lady Yoshi adores her salads and goes absolutely wild for bugs. The moment she sees her foster grab the protein, she launches herself off her basking spot and excitedly glass surfs in anticipation. When she’s feeling especially chill, she enjoys being wrapped in a blanket or towel and sitting on her foster’s lap to watch TV. Sweet, gentle, and just a little awkward in the most endearing way, Lady Yoshi would thrive in a home ready to spoil her and show her all the love, enrichment, and adventures she’s missed out on so far. She’s truly a special little beardie looking for her forever family.
Pick up in Athens
Livsey: adult, 6 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Livsey was surrendered to us by a young adult going off to college, which is why we ask for young people interested in adopting to have made a plan for the care of their pet for the duration of its life. Livsey loves to hunt bugs and is a great eater. She tolerates handling sessions well (for the species, which are really more of an observational pet). She would be really happy with a tank that had multiple mossy hides, as this is where she likes to spend most of her time. She does have some slight MBD in her legs, but this is not uncommon with the species if they didn't have a proper diet from their youth. It does not cause her any issues though and she loves to eat and move!
Pick up in Atlanta
Aurora: adult, 6 years old, male, Leopard Gecko. Aurora has been nicknamed "Roar" by her foster family, and he handles well (to a degree, but leopard geckos are more observational pets by nature). He is really the happiest in his enclosure. He came to his foster home a bit underweight, and they have been working with him to get him back to his full potential. He's now ready for his forever home! He loves to eat bugs and will often come out of his hide when his humans come into the room.
Pick up in Jefferson, near Athens
Left Eye: adult, female, Green Iguana. Left Eye was found in someone's mailbox and was brought to a vet's office in Duluth. We are unsure as to whether she was dumped in the mailbox or if she was a wild iguana who caught a ride to the Atlanta area, but she has a beautiful dorsal crest and colors, and eats well for her foster, which would lead us in the direction of a "pet" iguana, not a wild one. Left Eye had a previous injury to her left eye, but it hasn't let her stop enjoying life. Much like her namesake, Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes of TLC, she lives life on the "Waterfalls" edge, always ready for a new adventure and never afraid to break a rule or two. With a splash of green and a dash of attitude, she proves that her life is "Unpretty"—perfect just the way it is. She brings her own flavor to the reptile world, proving she's a "CrazySexyCool" force of nature, just like the legendary icon she honors. She will need a home that is ready for her to blossom on her own time, but she does take handling in small doses.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Toast the Snake: adult, 7 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Toast is on the smaller side of what we usually have and would fit into a 30-gallon habitat, if needed. He is a great eater and is currently on a frozen/thawed diet.
Pick up at Bear Creek Nature Center, Chattahoochee Hills.
Sonya: adult, 2 years old, suspected female, Colombian Boa. Sonya came to us with a respiratory infection and some additional skin issues due to accidental neglect. We had her seen by an exotic vet, and she has been cleared to go to her forever home. Sonya is a stunning Colombian Boa (Boa imperator) known for her gentle demeanor and striking appearance. Hailing originally from the warm climates of Central and South America, she carries the rich genetics of her wild ancestors, showcasing a beautiful array of earthy tones ranging from deep browns to vibrant tans, all accented by her signature saddle markings. She is currently housed in a 7' enclosure and eats large F/T rats every 7-10 days.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Choco Pie: adult, 7 years old, male, Ball Python. Choco Pie is as sweet as pie! He handles well and eats a medium-sized frozen/thawed rat weekly. He would do best in a 40-gallon tank. Choco Pie had been with his owner for his entire life, but they weren't expecting to provide care for the duration of a ball python's life (they can live up to around 30 years). We hope that Choco Pie can find his forever home through our rescue!
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
James (Jane?): adult, 2 years old, female, Leopard Gecko. Her foster is referring to her as "Jane" because it is likely she is a female. She has a beautiful spotted pattern and a sweet personality, which are a perfect match. She loves her insects and will make an amazing pet! Please note that leopard geckos are more of an observation pet and do require adult supervision.
Pick up in Moultrie, South Georgia
Athena: sub-adult, under 2 years, female, Bearded Dragon.
Athena is a beautiful, adult female bearded dragon with a warrior’s spirit, which is fitting for her name. Despite her small stature, she has a huge heart and a surprisingly gentle demeanor. Athena’s life took a scary turn when she was released into the woods by children who did not understand that pet reptiles cannot survive in the wild. For a domesticated lizard, this was a death sentence. Luckily for Athena, someone jogging on the trail saw her and took her home to care for her until we had a foster spot available.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Apollo: sub-adult, under 2 years, undetermined gender, Ball Python.
Apollo is a sweet guy who needs a 40-gallon tank soon, so it's likely best to be in that size to start. He came to us from LifeLine, as he had been seized in an animal cruelty case. Despite this, he handles amazingly, and eats a frozen/thawed small to medium rat. He takes his name from the Greek God, Apollo, the god of healing, the arts, and music, and will be a wonderful addition to anyone's family.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Banner: adult, under 8 years, undetermined gender, Ball Python.
This is the amazing (Bruce) Banner. Ball pythons his age should be in a 40-gallon tank (or larger), but he is on the small side, so he would be OK in a 20-gallon tank for now. However, his new family would need to be prepared to provide a larger tank size as he grows. He handles well and eats a small to medium rat at this time.
Pick up in Rockmart, NW Georgia
Pancake: sub-adult, almost 1 year old, suspected male, Bearded Dragon. Pancake is a friendly bearded dragon who doesn't mind handling and is happy to perch on your shoulder for a while. He even enjoyed making human and reptile friends as one of our animal ambassadors at the latest reptile expo. Pancake gets very excited to eat superworms and hornworm treats, but needs a bit more encouragement to eat Dubia roaches. He's also still deciding if he likes vegetables, but as this is an integral part of the diet, his new owner will need to be diligent in offering these foods. Pancake loves to explore, and when he's feeling cozy, you will often find him curled up under one of the hides in his enclosure.
Pick up in Decatur
Chili: adult, young, but under 5 years, suspected male, Leopard Gecko. Chili is the coolest little guy. He is very much an explorer and loves it when his foster mom changes up his enclosure to give him extra enrichment. Climbing is his middle name. Chili enjoys being on his hides and climbing across his branch decor. One of his favorite activities is people watching, so having his tank in a high-traffic area of your home would be a good idea (which is not common for the species). Chili is a gentleman when eating and is easy to handle. He does not like soaking days, but he needs them due to always playing in his calcium bowl. He'll come out looking white as a ghost sometimes after a long play session.
Pick up in Athens
Juice: adult, approx. 5 years old, undetermined gender, Ball Python. Juice currently eats a small F/T rat once a week to 10 days and would be best housed in a 40-gallon enclosure. He handles well and would make a great snake for a family! His foster family involves their young child in Juice's care, and so he is used to being around younger humans.
Pick up in Jackson
Blueberry: adult, approx. 5 years old, female, Bearded Dragon. Blueberry came to us after not receiving good care in her previous home, so she has been with us for about 6 months to ensure she is healthy and ready for her forever home. She would be a great pet for a family with children as she is easily handled and loves to eat. Also, she loves blueberries (in moderation, of course!).
Pick up in Rockmart, NW GA