Empty tank syndrome

Hey all,
I need some input on what to put into an empty 10 gallon tank. I'm wanting something cool-looking, active and won't outgrow this tank,preferably something I can handle, but I'm ok with a display/purely ornamental animal. We already have tree frogs, a frilled dragon and of course my pinstripe :) My BF is under the impression that a corn can be kept in one for it's entire life, but I think that's much too small for an adult corn. Anywho, what critter do you all think should go in a 10 gal?
I appreciate any and all suggestions!

It's definitely way too small for an adult corn. Maybe a sand boa? They stay relatively small, you can handle them, and they're fairly cheap. They also won't outgrow a 10gal, I don't think. They're little guys.

Rosy boas too! There are a variety of amphibians who could live in there too, though they aren't as handling friendly.

As far as snakes go the only two that can live in a 10g for their whole life I've heard of is a sand boa or a hognose. and it would have to be a male.

Ohhh, I second the Sand Boa, although I think a ten gallon would only be sufficient for a male. You could also get one Leopard Gecko, which is fairly interactive and you can handle it regularly - they have some really gorgeous morphs out there.

Have you considered leopard geckos or cresties?

Have to add my vote to the leopard gecko team as well, my boyfriend's daughter has one at our house and he's one of the most personable herps we own (he'll track me around the living room when it gets close to feeding time, super adorable)

Emperor scorpions!!

Tarantula!

Thanks for all the suggestions guys! I think we'll probably end up with a leopard or crestie, they do seem like personable little buggers :) Plus I've always wanted a gecko. Heck, I've got a tattoo of one, might as well get one to match lol.
Thanks again, and if anyone has an idea for something unique/ hasn't been mentioned, keep em coming!!!

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Originally Posted by Andrew21

Emperor scorpions!!

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*shudder* I'm not too fond of them lol.

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Originally Posted by Mike41793

Tarantula!

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As far as tarantulas go, I'm ok with them, but my boyfriends mother is allergic to their hairs :'( and we're looking for something that everyone can handle. Great suggestion though!

T's dont really need to be handled much.

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Originally Posted by Mike41793

T's dont really need to be handled much.

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Yeah, but knowing her, she would play with it anyway and end up all red and itchy for the next two days. This is the same woman who's allergic to both dairy and strawberries, yet looooves strawberry ice cream. Needless to say, we can't have ice cream, strawberries, or any combination of the two in our house lol.

Goldfish:D

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I was actually planning on getting either a Crested or a Leopard Gecko, prior to get getting my newest Ball Python. After a bit of research, I decided on a Leopard Gecko. The reason I chose a Leopard is because, unlike many other Geckos, they cannot stick to slick surfaces. They handle more like a Bearded Dragon (if that makes sense), other than that they aren't as personable as a Dragon. They're lazy little creatures :cool:. Crested Geckos like to jump on your face and on walls, etc, which makes them a little annoying to handle in the beginning if you get a skittish one. Also, this is just me being shallow, but I'm not too crazy about them if their tail falls of - they look stumpy and odd, and the tails DO NOT regenerate. Leopard Geckos can look silly too if they lose their tail and regenerate it, but I think they're less likely to drop their tail then a Crested (just my observation from seeing the number of Leopards with natural tails versus Cresties with tails).

Leopards come in awesome colors, as do Cresties. Leopards to better with more floor space, and since Cresties climb a taller enclosure is better for them, therefore if you have a standard 10 gallon a Leopard would do better. Cresties also require misting. Leopard Geckos need to eat insects (crickets, mealworms, etc) and Cresties only need them as supplement (they eat Crested Gecko Diet - ex. Rapashy), so that makes Cresties a little easier in the feeding department. Overall, I think they are both great choices, but I personally would chose a Leopard as I feel they are more handleable, calmer in temperament, and less hard to catch when they escape =D! Of course, people who have Cresties usually LOVE THEM to pieces and they do make great pets, but that is just my opinion! Plus, who can resist this face??

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Originally Posted by jben

Goldfish:D

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Bahaha that cracked me up. We already have two GIANT Pacu and two jack dempseys. Now I haven't had goldfish since I was about 10, but from what I remember they aren't too fond of be handled outside the tank. Or inside, that matter :)

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Originally Posted by Missvan

I was actually planning on getting either a Crested or a Leopard Gecko, prior to get getting my newest Ball Python. After a bit of research, I decided on a Leopard Gecko. The reason I chose a Leopard is because, unlike many other Geckos, they cannot stick to slick surfaces. They handle more like a Bearded Dragon (if that makes sense), other than that they aren't as personable as a Dragon. They're lazy little creatures :cool:. Crested Geckos like to jump on your face and on walls, etc, which makes them a little annoying to handle in the beginning if you get a skittish one. Also, this is just me being shallow, but I'm not too crazy about them if their tail falls of - they look stumpy and odd, and the tails DO NOT regenerate. Leopard Geckos can look silly too if they lose their tail and regenerate it, but I think they're less likely to drop their tail then a Crested (just my observation from seeing the number of Leopards with natural tails versus Cresties with tails).

Leopards come in awesome colors, as do Cresties. Leopards to better with more floor space, and since Cresties climb a taller enclosure is better for them, therefore if you have a standard 10 gallon a Leopard would do better. Cresties also require misting. Leopard Geckos need to eat insects (crickets, mealworms, etc) and Cresties only need them as supplement (they eat Crested Gecko Diet - ex. Rapashy), so that makes Cresties a little easier in the feeding department. Overall, I think they are both great choices, but I personally would chose a Leopard as I feel they are more handleable, calmer in temperament, and less hard to catch when they escape =D! Of course, people who have Cresties usually LOVE THEM to pieces and they do make great pets, but that is just my opinion! Plus, who can resist this face??

http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/w...s37ded901.jpeg
(Photo credit given to: Cumbria Reptile Keepers - it is NOT my photo)

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Thanks for such a thorough breakdown of the decision process! Im not too familiar with the species. Very helpful

Pacman Frog :gj:

red eyed croc skink

If you do go with a crestie, an adullt WILL outgrow a 10 gallon. A full grown adult needs roughly a 20 gallon tall or bigger. You could always go with PDF's. Dendrobates tinctorius and Dendrobates leucomelas are both active, diurnal species. You could have a trio of either species in a 10 gallon; they are mainly terrestrial. Just make sure you read up on their care prior, they are low maintenance animals as long as their husbandry is in order. Heck, the fruit flies they eat are near self sufficient and easy to culture.

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If you do go with a crestie, an adullt WILL outgrow a 10 gallon. A full grown adult needs roughly a 20 gallon tall or bigger. You could always go with PDF's. Dendrobates tinctorius and Dendrobates leucomelas are both active, diurnal species. You could have a trio of either species in a 10 gallon; they are mainly terrestrial. Just make sure you read up on their care prior, they are low maintenance animals as long as their husbandry is in order. Heck, the fruit flies they eat are near self sufficient and easy to culture.

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Great suggestion! I have been looking into PDFs, but they seem so darn expensive for such little things! The local pet stores sell them for 60-80. At least with a gecko I'll be getting something a little more substantial lol. Maybe it's just me. They're really not that expensive compared to BPs or the frilly. Meh.

They seem expensive, but keep in mind they live 15+ years. Plus they hold their value, so if you ever lost interest you could get your money back, not to sound materialistic. Look here, josh always has good prices.

RETICULATED PYTHON. :cool:

... Those DO fit inside a 10 gallon tank, right? :rofl:

I disagree with the idea of either a leopard gecko or crested gecko. Both of these are better off in at least 20 gallon tanks (leopards 20 long, cresties 20 tall). 10 gallon tanks for leopard geckos either limits their activity resulting in obesity, or affects their psyche. I tried a 10 gallon for one of my adult males and all he would do was spin around in circles. Since moving him to a 32 qt tub 3 years ago he has not done that since.

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RETICULATED PYTHON. :cool:

... Those DO fit inside a 10 gallon tank, right? :rofl:

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Perfect! I think I know what I'm getting!!! Lol

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Originally Posted by kdreptiles

I disagree with the idea of either a leopard gecko or crested gecko. Both of these are better off in at least 20 gallon tanks (leopards 20 long, cresties 20 tall). 10 gallon tanks for leopard geckos either limits their activity resulting in obesity, or affects their psyche. I tried a 10 gallon for one of my adult males and all he would do was spin around in circles. Since moving him to a 32 qt tub 3 years ago he has not done that since.

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Thanks for the heads up! I definitely want an animal that can be comfortably live in a 10 gal, not merely survive in it. Perhaps I'll get some froggies :)

Get some frogs!!!

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Perfect! I think I know what I'm getting!!! Lol

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I see no way this plan could go wrong. :cool:

An adult crested gecko should be kept in a 20
gallon tank at least.