Is an Iguana
Right for you?
Iguanas (Iguanid sp.) are large tropical lizards which can
grow to be over six feet in length. They can pack a painful
bite and have razor-sharp claws. Their diet requirements are
tedious and demanding, and the majority of captive iguanas
suffer from some sort of nutritional disorder. While many
iguanas are quite handleable, some are down-right nasty.
They can be a delight or a terror to have around, depending
on the individual. They require spacious, secure enclosures
with very specific temperature and humidity requirements.
|
DID YOU KNOW?
Most small
lizards are usually easy to care for, dietary requirements
aren't hard to meet. Most (not all) are somewhat easy to
take care of for the first reptile a person would have. You
still must be willing to learn and take care of your new
pet, but smaller lizards require less space and are far less
dangerous than their larger cousins.
Gecko's & Skink's -
Gecko's and skinks are small, usually
harmless lizards and come in a array of different species
and colors. Usually a 55gal aquarium will be suitable
throughout their entire lives, and dietary requirements are
easily met.
Uromastix's & Dragon's -
Requireing more space than gecko's, these guys wont' require
an enclosure that takes up most of the room. Are manageable
threwout adulthood.
Chameleons -
Chameleons are the exception in this case, they require
demanding enclosure's and very specific temperature and
humidity requirements, they can't deal with a lot of stress
and aren't for the inexperienced. |
