#emerald gecko

[herpsandbirds]

Rough Gecko (Naultinus rudis), family Diplodactylidae, South Island, New Zealand

ENDANGERED.

photograph by Mark Hansen

[akkariynn-tries-her-best]

Treecko I love shading green characters

[rainworldhourly]

[brokenolivejar]

Some hyuga’s/byagukan users :3

[r0bee]

RIP black widow Courier Six you would've loved That Man by Caro Emerald.

[lial-art]

Fem Gecko Moria cosplay from One Piece! I did this on Saturday of Emerald City Comic Con as part of a fem Warlords group

[sitting-on-me-bum]

"Gecko’s Garage"

Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India

"The Andaman Day Gecko or the Green Emerald Gecko is a bright-colored gecko endemic to the Andaman Islands. The young photographer was on vacation when he spotted this shy reptile lurking inside a chandelier light."

By Vidyun Hebbar

2023 Nature “inFocus” Photography Contest

[cryptile]

as someone who hyperfixated on snakes for a bit, tell me about lizards :3

Heres some cool pet reptiles:

The emerald tree skink, i think the absolute most wonderful pet lizard ever. They are so friendly and you keep them in groups and a large interactive tank with loads of hiding spots and foliage. The most amazing part of them is how friendly and curious they are, seemingly by nature! They're known to run up to the doors of their tank whenever they see a human, and they love to climb onto arms and legs. They're rather small and very fast which is something that'd be a bad and scary thing (reptiles can be quite fragile), but if they're happy enough, they'll literslly just come back to you if they get lost. From what ive heard they just have a crazy interest with humans!

And- speaking of small lizards, the mourning geckos!! They're so so so good omg. They're TINY, all of them look exactly the same, like actually exactly identical. Why? They're all clones of eachother! All of them are the exact same female, copypasted a billion times. They reproduce asexually, they can impregnate their own eggs (actually theres a lot of animals, even mammals that can do this exact thing when in need, but it happens very rarely and its hard to study and observe). They need another member of their species to hang out with them for the eggs to get fertilized tho. Lesbian ace geckos! They also make very good pets if you like to observe. They eat fruit flies and i think also, like, standard gecko slop but idk.

And if tiny isn't your thing, you can look on the opposite spectrum of pet lizards. The argentine tegu is a HUGE lizard with a very gentle personality. If taken good care of and taught good manners, they make very smart and friendly pets. I am not sure if they drop their tail, but if they do its barely visible where they regrow it, theyre patient and can chill, like lazy scale puppies. Big fan of them, if i didnt have severe adhd and a small budget, I'd have one! I'd need a whole room of an enclosure tho :)

[bottlesnakes]

I thought my Everlux babies were kiiiinda ugly but with some neat genes I think I could make it work. Seagrass shore and a sea bunny!

[pugsleybugpug]

DoD Headshots

Reasons and fun facts about their designs:

Clay - Semi-based off of Ankole-Wastusi. Loves to cook and I frente goes to the Mud Kingdom to get ingredients.

Tsunami - Based off of Tiger sharks. Her scars will heal but very slowly because Seawing scales are very special compared to other tribes and thus take longer to grow back.

Glory - Loosely based off of Emerald Boas. Her scales were much more darker and dull in the caves so this is when she made it back to the Rain Kingdom

Starflight - Based off of Black Myotis Bats and needs glasses to help his farsightedness.

Sunny - Based on Leopard Geckos and Desert Long-Eared Bats. Seems more Sandwing because of her mom being a Sandwing.

[the-mortuary-witch]

DEMETER

WHO IS SHE?

Demeter is the powerful Greek goddess of agriculture, fertility, and harvest. She is known for nurturing and promoting the growth of crops and the natural fertility of the Earth. She is often depicted holding a sheaf of wheat or a torch and is associated with the changing of the seasons. Demeter's daughter, Persephone, was abducted by Hades, the god of the underworld, which led Demeter to search for her daughter and eventually brought about the cycle of the seasons.

BASIC INFO: 

Appearance: Demeter is often depicted as a beautiful and compassionate goddess, with long, flowing hair, and a serene and nurturing expression. She is sometimes shown wearing a long robe or dress adorned with symbols of agriculture, such as fruits, grains, and vines. She is also often represented with a wreath of flowers in her hair or a crown of golden grain or leaves around her head. In some depictions, she is shown riding a chariot pulled by horses, symbolizing her power and majesty.

Personality: she is known for being a nurturing and compassionate goddess, particularly towards her devotees. She is often depicted as a loving and caring mother figure who guides and supports her followers. Demeter is known for her strong connection to the Earth and the natural world, and her devotees often view her as a source of fertility, abundance, and prosperity. Demeter is also known for her strength and resilience, and is often associated with the power of nature and the resilience of the human spirit.

Symbols: wheat, torches, chalice or cup, throne, and cornucopia

Goddess of: agriculture, harvest, fertility, and motherhood

Culture: Greek

Plants and trees: olive trees, barley, mint, poppy, corn, grape vine, sunflower, cypress, sheaves of wheat, foxglove, daisy, columbine, ash and oak trees, acorns, flax, and pomegranate

Crystals: alamosite, chrysanthemum stone, alabandite, wairakite, clinoptilolite, almandine spinel, chloromelanite, amorite, wavellite, cat’s eye, emerald, amber, pearl, star sapphire, almandine garnet, rhodolite, axinite, conichalcite, fuchsite, and citrine

Animals: snake, pig, gecko, turtle dove, crane, screech owl, and grasshopper

Incense: orange blossom, myrrh, olibanum, civet, patchouli, violet, cloves, and cinnamon

Practices: pregnancy rituals, harvest rituals, fertility magick, marriage and relationship rituals, plant and earth magick, transformation, renewal, and healing

Colours: gold, green, dark brown, navy blue, and pink 

Number: 4

Zodiac: Virgo 

Tarot: The High Priestess and The World

Planets: Mercury and Earth

Days: Wednesday, Chloia, Thesmophoria, and Eleusinian Mysteries

Parents: Cronus and Rhea

Siblings: Hestia, Hera, Hades, Poseidon, and Zeus 

Partners: Zeus, Poseidon, Iasion, Karmanor, and Mecon 

Children: Persephone, Despoina, Eubuleus, Arion (horse), Plutus, Philomelus, Iacchus, The Acheron, and Hecate (Orphic)

MISC:

Grains and agriculture: Demeter is associated with grains and agriculture because she is the goddess of the harvest and fertility. In ancient Greece, she was venerated as the goddess who brought about the bounty of the harvest and ensured that the crops grew and provided sustenance for the people. She was also associated with the cycle of the seasons and the changing of the growing seasons, ensuring that the fields remained fertile and plentiful. Demeter was often depicted holding a sheaf of wheat or a torch, representing her role in the cultivation and care of the grain crops.

Torches: in ancient Greek culture, torches were used to symbolize purification and ritual offerings. Demeter, as the goddess of agriculture and harvest, was often depicted holding a torch as a symbol of her power to nurture and support the growth of crops. The use of torches in her imagery also reflected her connection with the sun and the natural rhythms of the seasons, which she was believed to control. In addition, torches were also associated with rituals of illumination and protection, further emphasizing Demeter's role as a protective and nurturing deity.

The Underworld: her connection to the Underworld is closely tied to her daughter, Persephone. In the Greek myth, Hades, the god of the Underworld, abducted Persephone and took her down to the Underworld to be his wife and queen. Demeter, heartbroken by her daughter's abduction, searched for her and refused to bring about the renewal of the seasons on Earth until Persephone was returned to her. In some versions of the myth, Demeter ultimately reached a compromise with Hades, allowing Persephone to spend part of the year with her mother on Earth and part of the year with her husband in the Underworld.

Grape vine: Demeter is associated with grape vines and the harvest of grapes because they are a symbol of fertility and abundance. In ancient Greece, the cultivation of grapes and wine-making were a significant part of the agricultural process, and Demeter was revered as a goddess of the harvest and the fertility of the land. The grapevine was also seen as a symbol of transformation, as the grapes undergo a process of fermentation to become wine, symbolizing the transformative power of nature and the cycle of life and death. As the goddess of the harvest and seasonality, Demeter was closely associated with the growth and cultivation of grape vines.

Turtle dove: she is associated with the turtle dove due to its close connection with fertility and motherhood. In ancient Greece, the turtle dove was seen as a symbol of fertility and a harbinger of spring, as it would return to its nesting grounds during the warmer months, when the vegetation grew and the weather became more conducive to planting and growth. This symbolized the power of Demeter to bring about the fertility of the land and the regrowth of the natural world during the spring and summer months. Additionally, the turtle dove was also seen as a symbol of peace and purity, which were important values in ancient Greek culture.

Motherhood: the association of Demeter with motherhood and fertility stems from her role as the goddess of agriculture and the harvest. As the goddess responsible for the abundance and growth of the land, Demeter was believed to possess the powers of fertility and nourishment. Her ability to ensure a bountiful harvest and the growth of the plants and crops was seen as a symbol of her nurturing and caring nature, similar to a mother caring for her children. This connection to motherhood and fertility is also reflected in her role as the mother of Persephone, the daughter that she searches for and protects.

FACTS ABOUT DEMETER:

The Romans associated Demeter with Ceres.

Demeter was often depicted traveling in a golden chariot drawn by horses or dragons.

When approached with genuine respect and an understanding of her nature, Demeter is incredibly generous. In rituals and spells, invoking Demeter for her blessings in growth, nurturing, and sustenance typically yields positive and enriching results.

The Greeks celebrated Demeter with many festivals and celebrations throughout the year, usually in the fall around harvest time.

Demeter was also a chthonic deity, meaning she had connections to the Underworld.

She has the ability to transform things into plants, and the ability to manipulate plants, and the Earth and Weather Manipulation; the power to control the weather in a wide range of distances. She can create or summon clear sky, rain, hail, snow, thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, etc. It can be offensively, or can be a cycle of life for everyday human beings given that she once covered the earth in ice and snow.

Demeter was swallowed upon her birth, like all her siblings, and was saved by the craftiness of her mother Rhea and her brother Zeus.

HOW TO INVOKE DEMETER:

To invoke Demeter, you can begin by finding a quiet and peaceful space where you can focus your attention on connecting with her. Light a white or green candle to represent the purifying and fertile energy of the Earth. You can also use herbs or flowers associated with Demeter, such as wheat, barley, or white lilies, to create an altar or sacred space. Sit and centre yourself. Take slow and deep breaths, and when you feel ready, call upon Demeter to join you in the space. You can use her name, "Demeter," or ask for her guidance and support.

PRAYER FOR DEMETER:

Divine Demeter, Great Mother of the Harvest, Giver of life and the bounties of the earth, I stand before you with reverence and awe, Honouring your endless cycle of growth and rebirth.

In your sacred fields, the grains rise and bow, Under your watchful eye, all life flourishes. Oh, nurturing goddess, hear my humble vow, To cherish the earth, and its gifts to nourish.

Bless these fields, these gardens, with your touch, Let them yield their abundance in your name. May my hands be an extension of your love, Sowing seeds of hope, free from pain and blame.

As the seasons turn, from spring to winter’s chill, Guide me through the cycles of loss and gain. In the depths of sorrow, let your wisdom be my will, In joyous harvest, let your laughter reign.

Demeter, Great Mother, in your grace I seek, Strength to protect, and wisdom to feed the soul. Through each day, each night, each week, Guide me towards the ultimate, harmonious goal.

In gratitude, I offer you these humble gifts, Fruits of the earth, and labours of my hands. May they be pleasing in your celestial midst, Symbols of the bond that between us stands.

Hail Demeter, in your honour I rejoice, For the love and abundance you freely give. With this prayer, I lend my voice, In your sacred name, I choose to live.

Blessed Be, Mother Demeter.

SIGNS THAT DEMETER IS CALLING YOU:

A deep passion for agriculture, farming, or gardening.

Desire to cultivate personal growth and transformation in your life.

A sense of nurturing and caregiving towards others.

Increased dreams or visions associated with the Earth or nature.

Feelings of comfort and protection in natural environments.

A pull towards learning more about Demeter or the Greek goddesses.

Experiencing synchronicities or meaningful coincidences related to the seasons, fertility, or nature.

Having a strong desire to practice sustainable living and living in harmony with the Earth.

Feeling a deep reverence or respect for the female form and its connection to nature.

A fascination with the rhythms and cycles of the seasons.

Wanting fertility and abundance in your life.

A longing for a connection with the Earth and the land.

Desire to explore and celebrate the natural cycle of the seasons and their meaning in your life.

Sensing a presence of a motherly or nurturing energy in your life.

Feeling a growing understanding of the interconnectedness of all things in nature.

Developing a greater appreciation for the power of change and transformation.

Experiencing a sense of reverence or awe for the beauty and wonder of the natural world.

A stronger connection to the feminine energy within yourself.

OFFERINGS:

Olive oil. 

Water. 

Fruit. 

Baked goods. 

Mint ice cream. 

Crystals/metals: pearls, star sapphire, cat's eye, silver, ivory, emerald, sardonyx, carnelian, amber, mercury, and copper.

Honey. 

Milk. 

Grains. 

Incense, such as orange blossom, myrrh, olibanum, civet, patchouli, violet, cloves, and cinnamon.

Bread. 

Freshly harvested goods. 

Goat’s cheese. 

Fresh herbs. 

Red wine. 

Herbal tea. 

Meat with bones, eaten with hands. 

Three figs. 

Kykeon. 

Oranges.

DEVOTIONAL ACTS:

Honour her children. 

Supporting your farmer’s market. 

Composting. 

A trip to a local park or botanical garden. 

Drink green tea with honey. 

Cleaning litter from nature. 

Do some gardening. 

Learn to take care of plants. 

Spend time and take care of your pets/animals if you have any. 

Go on a walk in nature. 

Pick flowers. 

Go foraging (safely). 

Read up on your native and invasive plant species. 

Learn to cook. 

Read and write recipes. 

Learn about ecosystems and the environment. 

Donate to food banks. 

Spend more time in meadows. 

Make a smoothie. 

Plant flowers with butterflies and bees in mind. 

Drive with the windows down. 

Wear loose/flowing clothes. 

Attend small music performances. 

Preserve food (canning, dehydrating, etc).

Wear wood jewelry. 

Plant flowers with butterflies and bees in mind. 

Expand (or start) your vegetable garden. 

Go to an orchard. 

Eat whole-grain foods. 

Help the worms that get trapped on the sidewalk. 

Keep dried flowers around. 

Go to a farmers market. 

Practice loving yourself. 

Scatter wildflower seeds in places that need it. 

Take a gardening class. 

Burn a lantern (to guide you in whatever you need). 

[herpsandbirds]

Rough Gecko (Naultinus rudis), family Diplodactylidae, South Island, New Zealand

ENDANGERED.

photograph by Mark Hansen

[fishing-lesbian-catgirl]

My first Pokemon game was Leaf Green. So when I got Emerald a year or so later I initially assumed that the box art pokemon were also evolutions of the starter pokemon like in FRLG, I mean their colors even matched. I could reasonably imagine how a chick could evolve into a giant dinosaur, or how a little gecko could become a giant snake dragon, but I was very confused how the weird salamander thing could possibly become a whale

[rainworldhourly]

[scrollwyrm]

Since everyone is very desperate, here are some good WoF OC names:

MudWing:

Mallard

Pochard

Rouen

Wetland

Landslide

Otter

Heron

Rivulet

Delta

Teal

SeaWing:

Gull

Pilotfish

Oceanic

Emerald

Cobalt

Navy

Pilchard

Aqua

Lapis/Lazuli

Wobbegong

Balleen

Angler

Lamprey

Marlin

Carp

Tuna

Koi

SandWing:

Barren

Drought

Pincushion

Coyote

Fennec

Python

Speckle

Quail

Taupe

Pale

Sting

Grain

SkyWing:

Falcon

Hawk

Ardent

Harpy

Igneous

Kea

Roc

Wildfire

Pheonix

Goldcrest

Conflagrant

Sizzle

Dove

Flicker

RainWing:

Parrot

Cacao

Fern

Redwood

Kapok

Salamander

Heliconia

Howler

Rafflesia

Jaguar

Gecko

Ginkgo

Apricot

IceWing:

Leopard

Blizzard

Freeze

Hibernal

Brumal

Flurry

Snowbank

Peak

Shard

Grouse

Ptarmigan

Skua

Lemming

Beluga

Ox

Elk

NightWing:

ScrollWriter

DawnFinder

StarSpeckle

DreamGiver

Hypersthene

Spinel

DarkTalon

Ending

Majesty

Oracle

Solar

SunSpot

ShadowClaws

AshScales

Faith

SilkWing:

Cecopria

Atlas

Adonis

Brimstone

Painted

Checkerspot

Birdwing

Alcides

Chrysiridia

Urania

Meadow

Marbled

Verdes

HiveWing:

Ant

Insect

Beetle

Bug

Grasshopper

Harvestman

Click

Hornet

Thrip

Cade

Stick

Mosquito

Thora

Damsel

LeafWing:

Maple

Cypress

Pine

Oak

Yew

Acacia

Foxglove

Nightshade

Crocus

Oleander

Wisteria

Aspen

Sakura

Sycamore

Rhodedendron

Yucca

[ceratosaurtalks]

Ticks reptile Lingo cheatsheet

New to the herping world? See a lot of Acronyms being tossed around and have no idea what people are talking about? I get it! It can be a little overwhelming to learn all the Lingo at first, and I admit I use it too and don't think about how that can alienate newcomers. So here's a guide to some of the more commonly used Lingo in the reptile world! These aren't all the words you'll see, but these are likely the ones you're most likely to see commonly used in reptile spaces in general: WC - Wild caught, can be local or Imported CB - Captive Born, can be born from a pregnant WC Female or less commonly, egg harvested. CBB - Captive Bred Born, Animal was born in Captivity from a Captive pairing. CHE - Ceramic heat emitter, good for raising ambient temps, doesn't make a good basking lamp. Hologen - A type of heating bulb, considered the more ideal bulb used for basking. DHP - Deep Heat Projector, you'll see this term thrown around when people are discussing Wavelengths of bulbs usually. UVB - Ultraviolet (b), a type of ray emitted from the sun. A lot of lizards, such as bearded dragons for example, *require* UVB lights. Certain animals need UVB to remain healthy, and a lack of UVB can cause a large variation of irreversible health issues. MBD - Metabolic Bone Disease. Most common in animals like Bearded Dragons and Leopard geckos, also extremely prominent in many other lizard species. Usually caused by a lack of or improper UVB. BCI - Boa Constrictor Imperator. Most common species of Boa on the market, can be commonly found with a variation of different morphs. BCC - Boa Constrictor Constrictor, Absolute beasts of a Boa. It is extremely common to see BCIs called BCCs, these animals are not the same. BCL - Boa Constrictor Longicauda BCO - Argentine Boa. Argentine Boas look nothing like the other BCs on this list, you won't really see these guys being mixed up with the other listed Boas. GTP - Green Tree Python ETB - Emerald Tree Boa F/T - Frozen/Thawed Prey Freshkill - Different from F/T. Freshkill is usually purchased as live prey and killed or incapacitated directly before feeding. AWM - Asian Water Monitor SP - Usually a stand-in acronym for the word "Species". Local - In reference to the locality of an animal. For example, Leachianus Geckos(Often just called Leachies), have a few different Localities that grow to different sizes and can even have different color variations depending on said localities. QT- Quarantine. You'll see this usually in reference to people obtaining new animals, regardless if theyre CB/CBB/WC. But especially will see this word with Imports. A lot of Reptiles- Especially Snakes, can carry hidden diseases that can wipe out entire collections and breeding facilities, it is always advised to QT your animal for at minimum 2 weeks-1 month before introducing them into a collection. Some breeders or importers with Established animals may choose to QT for a longer period of time, this is normal. Established - WC Animal who's been in captivity for an extended period of time, usually upwards of a year. Established animals aren't exhibiting signs of crashing or failure to thrive, may actively be breeding, and are eating well. The majority of Established animals have been seen by a vet, or have been treated for parasites- always ask about treatment regardless if you're asking about an established animal.