![]() ![]() I perfectly understand why some breeders and keepers choose to avoid having Christmas trees around their reptiles. This is quite similar to the topic of “bad” and safe woods.ĭon’t get me wrong though, I am in no way trying to villainize any keeper shying away from softwoods such as pine and fir which are traditionally used as Christmas trees. (I will discuss this in greater detail later on in the article.)įrankly, I do think that the dangers of Christmas trees to reptiles are mostly blown out of proportion. We also have to factor in the fact that a lot of people also fall into the mistake of over generalizing the negative properties of one specific tree to a large and diverse group of trees simply because they are commonly used during the holiday season. There is very little research on herp (i.e., amphibians and reptiles) welfare and husbandry discussing the relationship between Christmas trees and reptiles. Some also share studies on other bigger animals, of different species, in an attempt to prove their point. Well, at least none that I’m currently aware of.įor the most part, this heated topic started with anecdotes from rat keepers sharing stories of how it caused skin irritation, respiratory problems, and the like. There is neither conclusive evidence nor detailed studies regarding the toxicity of every single type of Christmas tree and its adverse effects on reptiles. The other side vehemently says that even the slightest exposure to Christmas trees will result in very lethal consequences.Īre Christmas Trees Toxic to Reptiles? Husbandry Fact or Folklore? On one side, some people say it’s completely safe under certain circumstances. ![]() You’ve probably already come across numerous different social media posts, forum threads, and blog articles debating on whether or not Christmas trees are definitively toxic for reptiles. That said, it is not recommended to place Christmas trees inside the enclosure for prolonged periods as it can still pose a risk of injury. Read on to find out what the 21 coniferous trees commonly used during Christmas are! Is It Safe to Have Christmas Trees and Reptiles Together?Īs a general rule, supervised brief exposure to a Christmas tree will not affect a pet reptile’s overall health and well-being. What even are Christmas trees? Is this a unique species of tree? The answer is no-different trees are used for yuletide celebrations. Decorations, needles, resins, and small pests can indeed, harm the animal. It’s that time of the year again-Yuletide! But are our beloved snakes, geckos, turtles, and other scaly pets safe with Christmas trees in the house? Will they like all the twinkling lights and ornate decorations? Or will all of that just stress reptiles out?Ĭhristmas trees can harm a reptile if they are placed inside the reptile tank or if the reptile is left playing with them unsupervised. ![]()
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