Can tegus eat apples?

Yes, tegus can eat apples and it is okay to feed them a variety of fruits as part of a balanced diet.

Fruits that are high in fructose should be limited due to their high sugar content and risk of leading to obesity.

Moreover, you need to make sure to remove any apple seeds before serving because they are hard to digest and may lead to impaction. Other than that, apple is a healthy fruit choice in moderation.

Adult Argentine tegu should have no more than 10% of their diet consisting of fruit.

Juvenile tegu and adult Colombian tegu should be fed fruits even more sporadically.

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Things to Consider

The majority of greens in a tegu’s diet should consist of dark leafy greens, such as romaine lettuce, collard greens, and kale. 

These greens are high in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and they are essential for tegu health.

Wash the apple thoroughly before feeding. This will remove any dirt, pesticides, or other contaminants that could be harmful to your pet.

Remove the core and seeds. The core and seeds of apples contain cyanogenic glycosides, which can be poisonous to tegus.

Cut the apple into small pieces. This will make it easier for your tegu to eat and digest.

Offer apples in moderation. Apples are high in sugar, so it is important to offer them to tegus in moderation. Overfeeding apples can lead to obesity and other health problems, such as diabetes.

When it comes to fruit, options that are lower in sugar are ideal for tegus. Berries, such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, are a good choice. 

Other low-sugar fruit options include melons, mango, guava and papaya.

It is important to offer your tegu a variety of foods to ensure that they are getting all of the nutrients they need.

In addition to greens and fruit, you should also offer your tegu a diet that includes protein sources such as insects, rodents, and birds.

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