Reptile lovers enjoy expo at Emperors Palace

The expo allowed young and old to learn more about captive-bred exotic reptiles.

The SOS² Reptile Expo was recently held at Emperors Palace and attracted exotic wildlife lovers from far and wide.

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With various reptiles on show, the expo, held over the weekend of April 29, was bigger than ever.

Over the years, the exhibition has grown from strength to strength, and this year marked its 20th anniversary. More than 50 exhibitors participated.

Some of the creatures on display included tarantulas (pictured), ball pythons and chameleons. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep

The expo allowed young and old to learn more about captive-bred exotic reptiles.

The creatures on display included tarantulas, ball pythons and chameleons and more.

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Besides the creatures, expo goods, books, magazines, DVDs, plants, insects, and accessories were on show too.

Kensington resident Jude Pappas got better acquainted with one of the “cuter” reptiles at the expo, a veiled chameleon. They are native to the Arabian Peninsula in Yemen and Saudi Arabia. Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep.

 

 

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