Evolution Reptiles - Kidlington, Oxford

26/07/2025

REPTILE & EXOTIC PET TRADE ASSOCIATION Protecting and supporting our industry The Reptile and Exotic Pet Trade Association works to promote responsible ...

25/07/2025

Kiss kiss 😘

Please don’t kiss our frogs we can’t sell a prince!!🤣😂

We know our Pikachu horned frog is very cute but we can’t afford for him to turn in to a prince as we’d have to look after him forever 😭

23/07/2025

This little guy will be available next week 😍

Isn’t he gorgeous

This guy is a super snow leopard gecko

19/07/2025

All of our beautiful creatures saying good morning 🥰

How many of you are popping in today?

We can’t wait to see you ☺️

16/07/2025

The ackie monitor is having a good bask this morning!

Pop in to say hello😍

This guy is now ready for his forever home - want to find out more? Pop in store to have a chat with one of our team ☺️

12/07/2025

Our AIR CON is on!

Pop in to cool off
See our amazing animals
Buy a new vivarium (we have setups ready to go!)
Have a chat with Pete or Taylor
Buy live foods
Book your reptile boarding slot
Grab some new decor to redesign your vivarium
Or stock up on edible plants

Or just pop in to cool down!

11/07/2025

Heatwave Alert: Reptile Safety Tips - https://mailchi.mp/evolutionreptiles/overheating-june30th-5855246

100% Captive Bred Reptiles, Oxford, UK

11/07/2025

New plants in this week!!!

Check out some of the pretty new plants we’ve got in. They’re selling super fast at the moment so grab them quick!!

10/07/2025

We’re back open earlier and close later on the Sunday!!

New Opening Hours:

Monday - Closed
Tuesday - 10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday - 10am - 5:30pm
Thursday - 10am - 5:30pm
Friday - 10am - 5:30pm
Saturday - 9am - 5:30pm
Sunday - 10 - 4pm

05/07/2025

Marks out of 10 for this vivarium display?

I think it is a 10

Taylor put this together to show off our beautiful store bred baby high red bearded dragons.

02/07/2025

I am excited to now be on the REPTA board and look forward to getting stuck in!

The Reptile and Exotic Pet Trade Association works to promote responsible practices, education, and the showcasing of positive aspects of keeping and caring for reptiles and exotic animals. REPTA provides a platform for collaboration among industry stakeholders, fostering dialogue and cooperation. REPTA serves as a dedicated advocate for the reptile and exotic pet industry. It actively engages in political efforts to protect and support the interests of the industry, defending against potential threats and challenges.

*Meet our new board member*

Pete Milligan

Growing up on a pig farm gave Pete an early introduction to the animal kingdom, but it was reptiles that truly captured his imagination. At the age of 12, he welcomed his first reptile—a garter snake—which sparked a lifelong passion.

By 16, Pete was working weekends in a local reptile shop, further deepening his fascination. It wasn’t long before he began breeding reptiles himself, with snakes being his specialty in those early years.

At 20, Pete embarked on an adventure to Australia to observe reptiles in their natural habitat. While there, he spent a month working at Crocodylus Park in Darwin, gaining hands-on experience with crocodiles and hawksbill sea turtles.

Back in the UK, Pete took up a role at a reptile shop in Northampton—an ideal stepping stone toward launching his own business. In 2007, he founded Evolution Reptiles, starting as an online shop before taking over a pet store in Oxford in 2009. Over the following two years, he transitioned the business entirely to focus on reptiles, phasing out traditional cat and dog products to create a 100% reptile-specialist store.

Pete has successfully bred a wide range of snakes and lizards over the years, with personal favorites including Woma pythons and yellow rat snakes. Today, his focus is primarily on breeding bearded dragons and leopard geckos in-store.

Over the years, Pete has witnessed significant changes in reptile keeping—from the products and species we work with to the broader shifts across the industry. This depth of experience brings valuable insight to his role at REPTA.

29/06/2025

How can I protect my reptiles from overheating? - https://mailchi.mp/evolutionreptiles/overheating-june25-5854984