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Rosa, the Chilean Rose Tarantula
Rosa is the oldest live animal in our collection! She was born in 1999 at the home of museum founder Wade Harrell. She was bred in captivity; both of her parents were pets belonging to Wade. Rosa was...
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Everard, the Ball Python
Everard was one of the first reptiles donated to the Harrell House Bug Museum, soon after we first opened in 2013. Everard has proven to be a gentle and friendly snake, and has been a popular...
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Noodle, The Northern Blue-Tongued Skink
Noodle is one of our oldest animals! Although her species is native to northeastern Australia, Noodle was born in the USA in 1999 at the home of Museum founder Wade Harrell. Northern Blue-Tongued...
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Willow, the Frilled Lizard
Frilled lizards originate in Australia and New Guinea. they are also known as “frilled dragons” and “frilled necked lizards”. They use the neck “frill” to make themselves look larger to scare off...
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Pop-Up Bug Museum Now Open!
What is a “Pop-Up” Bug Museum?It’s the temporary home of The Santa Fe Reptile and Bug Museum of course! We are seeking a permanent, physical location in Santa Fe and are currently fundraising with...
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LOVE BUGS fundraising event February 19th!
Please join us for our LOVE BUGS fundraiser on Sunday, February 19th! We will have special activities in person at the Pop-Up Bug Museum (8380 Cerrillos Rd, Suite 108) from 12-5. You can also join the...
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Oliver Greer R.I.P.
We were shocked and saddened to learn that our dear friend Oliver Greer passed away on Friday, March 17th. Ollie was the creator of the astounding Crawlywood Collection that we were honored to display...
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Meet the Animals: Plumed Basilisk
This is Strider, our plumed basilisk! Many people assume basilisks get their name from the mythological creature (popularized by the Harry Potter books and movies) but the name actually means “little...
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Meet The Animals: Giant Desert Centipede
This is the giant desert centipede (Scolopendra heros) that was brought in a few weeks ago that was found in Artesia, New Mexico.. Nicknamed "Longfellow" for its enormous size, it is likely female...
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Museum Fundraiser
Click here for Fundraising Video and learn how you can help the Museum continue to serve Santa Fe!
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We’re Staying At The Outlets!
We are excited to announce that we have an agreement with the new owners of the Fashion Outlets to remain in our current location and will not have to move! This does mean that we will have to start...
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