{"product_id":"mertens-water-monitor","title":"Mertens’ Water Monitor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMertens’ Water Monitor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e26MWM01\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an absolutely gorgeous Mertens’ Water Monitor with beautiful natural coloration, excellent patterning, and that unmistakable sleek, athletic build this species is known for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMertens’ Water Monitors are incredibly intelligent, active, semi-aquatic monitors with a ton of personality. They are strong swimmers, highly observant, and can be extremely rewarding animals to work with when given the proper space, enrichment, and time to build trust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful dark coloration with fine yellow\/cream patterning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong, healthy body condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly intelligent and active species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-aquatic monitor with incredible swimming ability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent candidate for an experienced monitor keeper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLess commonly offered than many other water monitor species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike all large, intelligent monitors, Mertens’ require a serious commitment. A spacious enclosure, substantial water area, proper basking temperatures, varied diet, and regular enrichment are essential. This is not an animal we recommend for a first-time monitor keeper, but for someone properly prepared for the species, they are an incredible animal to keep and work with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e✅ Local pickup available in Plaistow, New Hampshire area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e✅ Shipping available (expert heat-packed with live arrival guarantee)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf you have any questions please email us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:newenglandreptile@gmail.com\"\u003enewenglandreptile@gmail.com\u003c\/a\u003e or give us a call at \u003ca href=\"tel:(603)382-2772\"\u003e(603)382-2772\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe will not ship until we confirm the purchase with you and verify that you are available to receive your order. Weather permitting, we ship Tuesdays and Wednesdays, using next-day shipping to your closest FedEx Hub.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe ship all months of the year, using heat packs, cool packs, and insulated boxes to ensure the safe arrival of your animal. We have been shipping and selling for over 20 years and have an amazing track record of getting our customers their animals promptly and safely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf you are local, there is also the option to pick up your animal in person. Simply select “pick up” at check out as your delivery method.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe offer 30-day Payment plans on purchases over $500 and less than $5,000.00 and 60 Day Payment plans on purchases over $5,000.00. We do not currently offer payment plans for orders under $500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e8\/26\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New England Reptile - NERD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50549284569325,"sku":null,"price":875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1818\/1907\/files\/DSC07227.jpg?v=1787862391","url":"https:\/\/newenglandreptilestore.com\/products\/mertens-water-monitor","provider":"New England Reptile - NERD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}