The ARA Family and Roles They Play
At ARA, we consider our team, including every reptile, to be part of a single, cohesive family. Operating successfully requires a unified effort, where each member plays a distinct and essential role. The key system detailed below outlines the specific responsibilities and contributions of every member of our team.
NOTE: NOT ALL REPTILES ARE LISTED BELOW. MORE COMING SOON!
Ambassador Animal
Showcase Animal
Work In Progress
Off Limits
Great attitude! These animals are very use to interaction and can be used at any event upon request. Can be handled for all ages!
Animal used at events to educate. Can be handled with help from a staff member of ARA. Usually either fast or just too large to handle without assistance.
This indicates an animal we are working with to train. This animal is working on gaining trust with people and will only be handled by staff of ARA.
This animal currently either needs more work socializing and will not be brought to events. We have hopes one day we can gain the trust and show you how great the animal can be!
THE ARA STAFF
Male Reticulated Python
Maverick
Maverick is a beautiful boy with a big appetite. He is growing fast and looking more beautiful every day!
Born: 2024
Genes: Albino Lavender, Genetic Stripe, Sunfire
Showcase Animal
False Water Cobra
Julie
Julie is a real cool gal that is fast and so smart! She is a rear fanged venomous snake that hoods up like a cobra, really something cool to see in action!
Born: 2021
Genes: Het Lavender
Showcase Animal
Yellow Anaconda
Brutus
Brutus is the absolute sweetest gentle giant. He is a real special boy that loves to come out and socialize at anytime!
Born: 2020
Genes:25% Green anaconda
Ambassador Animal
Desert Tortoise
Sammy
Sammy is a sweet desert tortoise that is a real big fan of her veggies! She has a sweet husband that she enjoys the company of named Bentley. We hope she will be a great mother one day to some wonderful babies!
Born: 2020
Genes: Wild Type
Ambassador Animal
Desert Tortoise
Bentley
Bentley is the wonderful husband that enjoys nagging Sammy for attention most of the day. He really loves a carrot as a treat from time to time!
Born: 2021
Genes: Wild Type
Ambassador Animal
Bearded Dragon
Gizmo
Gizmo is our sassiest of the four legged reptiles. He loves his food, his favorite is juicy horned worms.
Born: 2023
Genes: Wild Type
Showcase Animal
African Giant Cane Toad
Princess Tiana
Named after the classic Disney movie Princess and the Frog. Tiana is a gentle toad that really doesn't mind being held like a big baby. She loves worms and roaches if you ever want to get her something nice!
Born: 2023
Genes: Wild Type
Showcase Animal
African Giant Cane Toad
Prince Naveen
Naveen is also named after the love interest of Princess Tiana from Princess and the Frog movie. He is a wonderful boyfriend to Tiana that enjoys cuddles and some squirmy snacks from time to time.
Born: 2024
Genes: Wild Type
Showcase Animal
Reticulated Python
Shug
Shug... She is a hard one to nail for a personality description. Shug may mistake a finger for a mouse from time to time and has some work before she will be part of the educational programs, but she sure is beautiful!
Born: 2025
Genes: Genetic Stripe, Het Albino
Work In Progress
Reticulated Python
Lady
Lady is an old school girl, with manners and class. She prefers to be served her food hot and ready without fuss. She is a genetic power house and just stunning to look at!
Born: 2025
Genes: Purple, Motley, Golden Child
Ambassador Animal
Burmese Python
Delilah
A bit of a goof ball when it comes the Burmese. Delilah assumes she is getting fed at all times, I've personally seen this girl try to strike and constrict water that I pour in her water dish. Sweet heart outside of the enclosure.
Born: 2021
Genes: Het Albino
Showcase Animal
Milk Snake
Borden
In the nicest way, Borden is the prettiest of our milk snakes. He really is impressive with his bright reds and major contrast blacks. Super cool dude!
Born: 2025
Genes: Normal
Showcase Animal
Burmese Python
Belle
This big girl is nothing but love! She is super easy to work with even with her large size. She enjoys coming out and climbing all over you. Very social and beautiful girl!
Born: 2019
Genes: Albino
Showcase Animal
Kenyan Sand Boa
Bacon
Bacon is a baby sand boa with a little bit of spunk. She real growing fast and can be shy at times. Kids tend to love her with her size being so easy to handle.
Born: 2025
Genes: Wild Type
Ambassador Animal
Reticulated Python
Monty
Monty is an outgoing athletic python that enjoys climbing on to your head and glasses. Monty is one of the biggest reasons ARA exist today inspiring thousands of kids.
Born: 2024
Genes: Purple Albino, Sunfire
Showcase Animal
Bull Snake
June
June is a fast growing gal that loves to show off her wagging tail. Such a curious individual that loves to watch what is going on, taking in her environment.
Born: 2025
Genes: Stillwater Hypo
Showcase Animal
Kenyan Sand Boa
Pancake
Pancake is a fan favorite with her gentle and easy going personality. Closest thing to a lap snake that exists.
Born: 2023
Genes: Wild Type
Ambassador Animal
Green Anaconda
Scarlet
Scarlet enjoys spending most of her time in the water. This girl is a great swimmer and will soon become one of the heaviest animals at ARA.
Born: 2025
Genes: Wild Type