Big Lizards as Pets

Introduction

• Presenter: Adam and Doug from Wickens Wicked Reptiles
• Topic: Best big lizard pets to own
• Doug is the main lizard discussed

Number 5: Iguanas

• Several species exist, not all make good pets
• Green Iguanas can make poor pets for beginners
  • Considered semi-arboreal
  • Potential for temperament change around 3 years old
• Alternatives:
  • Rock Iguanas
  • Rhino Iguanas
  • Advantages: Often better pets, large size (4-5 feet)
• Note: Legal restrictions on certain species (e.g., Fiji Banded Iguanas in the USA)

Number 4: Tegus

• Best pet species: Argentine Black and White Tegus
  • Calm temperament
  • Size: 10 lbs, 4-4.5 feet
• Housing: Need large enclosures (e.g., 8 feet long)
• Behavior: Easier to tame, not as threatening
• Smart animals that interact well with environment
• Example: Mushu (slow grower)

Number 3: Sailfin Dragons

• Coolest looking reptiles, dinosaur-like
• Various species from Southeast Asia (e.g., Philippine Sailfin Dragon)
• Size: 3-3.5 feet, long tails
• Requirements:
  • Large enclosures (vertical space needed)
  • Semi-aquatic, need swimming space
  • Omnivorous diet (50% plants, 50% protein)
• Not a beginner pet, high maintenance

Number 2: Caiman Lizards

• Brightly colored (green body, orange head)
• Large, powerful jaws (eat crustaceans, snails)
• Origin: South America
• Size: Large, need climbing and swimming space
• Specialized diet and care, not for beginners

Number 1: Monitors

• Multiple species (e.g., Asian Water Monitors, Lace Monitors)
• Asian Water Monitors:
  • Size: Can exceed 6 feet
  • Require swimming space
  • Camp Kennon's setup as ideal
• Lace Monitors:
  • Require less water
  • Similar large size and diet (carnivorous)
• High-maintenance, large enclosure needed, not suitable for everyone

Additional Information

• Comparison based on temperament, size, care requirements
• Not for beginner pet owners and require a lot of space and specialized care

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