Uromastyx Care Sheet

 

Easy Guide to Uromastyx Husbandry (Care Sheet)

  • Life Expectancy: ~15+ years
  • Size: ~18inches
  • Food: Greens, Occasional insects
  • Feed Schedule: Daily (babies) / 2-3 times a week (adults)
  • Baby Enclosure Size: 10 gallon tank
  • Adult Enclosure Size: 20-40 gallon tank minimum
  • Ambient Temp: 85-92 degrees fahrenheit
  • Hot Spot: 100-120 degrees fahrenheit
  • Humidity: 30-35%
  • Types of bedding: Cypress, Sand mixture, Millet
  • Temperament/Handleability: Docile
  • Additional info: Uromastyx make great pets as they're generally tame. These impressive lizards do amazing in hot temps and love to bask. They also need UV. From gorgeous yellows to bright reds, their color pallets can vary greatly. Prices usually start around $100-$150.

Sunset Lizard Red


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