CRABS - Central Reptile and Amphibian Breeder Show

CRABS - Central Reptile and Amphibian Breeder Show C.R.A.B.S. is a premier expo hosted by The Tye-Dyed Iguana. Browse 50+ different vendors, learn from the breeders, and find your next pet!

Fun for families and hobbyists alike.

06/13/2026

You came in for one thing… but now the side quests have appeared. 👀

Are you stopping to look at the snakes, checking out the fish, browsing plants, visiting the bugs, or getting emotionally attached to an animal you were “just looking at”?

Drop your store side quest in the c0mments!

Think you can spot the lie?We’re playing 2 Truths and a Lie: Reptile Edition, and this one might be a little trickier th...
06/13/2026

Think you can spot the lie?

We’re playing 2 Truths and a Lie: Reptile Edition, and this one might be a little trickier than it looks.

Drop your guess in the c0mments: which one do you think is the lie?

06/13/2026

Okay, we know this'll be a TOUGH choice... but if you HAD to choose...? 👀

It's a good thing you don't ACTUALLY have to choose! 😅 But something you CAN choose is a brand new animal at C.R.A.B.S.!

Get your tickets here!
https://thetyedyediguana.com/crabs-admission/

Day geckos might be the most eye-catching reptiles at any show.That neon green with bold red spots is hard to beat. Ever...
06/12/2026

Day geckos might be the most eye-catching reptiles at any show.

That neon green with bold red spots is hard to beat. Every time a breeder brings one of these to C.R.A.B.S., they draw a crowd. If you've never seen one up close, you're missing out on some seriously stunning coloring.

Tag someone who needs to see this.

06/12/2026

Would YOU put your hand in the mystery box for a free reptile? 👀

Jessica was fighting for her life… only to find out it wasn’t too terrifying or vicious.

Comment what animal you think is in the box!

And if you want to see tons of amazing reptiles, amphibians, inverts, supplies, and more, C.R.A.B.S. is coming up June 26, 27, and 28!

Tag someone who would absolutely chicken out. 😅

Get your tickets now!!
https://thetyedyediguana.com/crabs-admission/

This little tree frog thought it was invisible.Tucked right into the center of a plant, barely visible to anyone walking...
06/12/2026

This little tree frog thought it was invisible.

Tucked right into the center of a plant, barely visible to anyone walking by. The camouflage game on these little ones is impressive. At C.R.A.B.S., you'll find gems like this hiding in the most unexpected places at vendor tables.

Have you ever found one hiding like this? Tell us your best discovery story.

06/12/2026

Which of these 'big 4' species is your favorite? 🤔 They each have their own amazing qualities.. it's hard to choose!

If you told someone five years ago that isopods would be one of the hottest items at reptile expos, they probably wouldn...
06/11/2026

If you told someone five years ago that isopods would be one of the hottest items at reptile expos, they probably wouldn't believe you.

These tiny invertebrates have exploded in popularity, and the variety of morphs and species showing up at C.R.A.B.S. tables just keeps growing. Whether you keep them as a cleanup crew or collect them for fun, there's always something new to find.

Who else has an isopod collection that keeps getting bigger?

Come on down and guess the price! 💲The vendors are officially packing up their best stock for the Central Reptile & Amph...
06/11/2026

Come on down and guess the price! 💲

The vendors are officially packing up their best stock for the Central Reptile & Amphibian Breeder Show on June 26-28! To celebrate, we're playing a little game.

Check out this absolute stunner in the photo below. 🐍 Without looking at anyone else's answers, what is YOUR exact guess for what this costs at a show? Drop your number below.

Then come see the prℹce tag in person by securing your tℹckets right now. https://thetyedyediguana.com/crabs-admission/ To get first pick of the rarest animals and best deals before the crowds hit, pick the all weekend VIP pass to get in early each day!

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319 Fountains Pkwy
Fairview Heights, IL
62208

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