MorphMarket
MorphMarket, founded in 2015, provides a platform for buying and selling captive bred reptiles, amphibians, aquatics, and invertebrates, offering various membership plans, professional animal management tools, and educational content.
Company History
MorphMarket was founded in 2015. Since its inception, the company has grown to become a leading platform for buying and selling captive bred reptiles, amphibians, aquatics, and invertebrates. Over the years, MorphMarket has expanded its services and features to support the herpetoculture industry and promote the ethical keeping and commerce of these animals. As of January 1, 2024, MorphMarket has classified the European and South African regions as mature markets.
Products and Services
MorphMarket offers a variety of products and services tailored to the needs of the herpetoculture community. The platform provides a marketplace for captive bred reptiles, amphibians, aquatics, and invertebrates, as well as live plants with specific safety and legal requirements. It also offers membership plans with various features and pricing. Key features include a genetic calculator, professional animal management tools, and educational content. The site supports wholesale listings for approved sellers, who can now also list multiple breeding plans to help plan and promote their projects. The platform introduced an aquatics section featuring freshwater and saltwater species.
Morphpedia and Educational Resources
MorphMarket runs a community-driven project called Morphpedia, an online knowledge base focused on herpetological traits. This feature allows enthusiasts to access valuable information about various reptile and amphibian traits. Additionally, the platform offers a support center with articles on topics such as genetics, buying, and selling, aimed at educating and assisting users in their herpetoculture endeavors. Morphpedia is an important resource for understanding the nuances of reptile traits and supporting ethical animal keeping.
Community and Events
MorphMarket fosters a strong community for reptile enthusiasts through its forum, where users can share knowledge and interests. The platform also hosts events like the MorphMadness Sale Event, designed to boost site activity and sales. Sellers have the capability to tag animals available for purchase at specific expos, enhancing the buying experience for attendees. Through these initiatives, MorphMarket provides a vibrant community hub for herpetoculture enthusiasts to connect and engage.
Support and Ethical Standards
MorphMarket is committed to supporting the herpetoculture community by promoting ethical standards. The platform supports USARK as a Platinum Member and requires users to commit to a Code of Ethics. This commitment ensures that both buyers and sellers adhere to high standards of animal care and commerce. Additionally, MorphMarket offers volume discounts on genetic tests and professional animal management systems for its users, further contributing to the ethical and responsible handling of captive bred animals.