Target training is a valuable technique for taming and training tegu lizards. It involves teaching the lizard to respond to a specific target, such as a brightly colored dowel rod or a clicker, and associating it with positive reinforcement.
Tegus shed their skin in sections, with young tegus shedding more frequently due to rapid growth. Red tegus may need extra help with shedding due to their species-specific needs.
Tegu lizards are intelligent and social animals that can make great pets. However, they are not naturally inclined to trust humans, and it is important to tame and handle them correctly to build trust and ensure a positive experience
Tegu lizards are large reptiles that need a spacious enclosure. Choose an enclosure that is at least 8x4x4 feet and has a secure lid, adequate ventilation, and a temperature and humidity gradient.
The best insects for tegu lizards include dubia roaches, hornworms, waxworms, superworms, mealworms, crickets, black soldier fly larvae, butterworms, and silkworms.
Tegus are large, ground-dwelling lizards that love to dig and burrow. When choosing a substrate for your tegu’s enclosure, it is important to consider their needs and preferences. Tegus love to dig and burrow, so you should provide a varied substrate that will allow them to do so. A good substrate option is a mixture of newspaper or butcher paper as a base, with large sections of topsoil, cypress mulch… Read More »Choosing the Best Substrate for Your Tegu
Reptilinks are a convenient and nutritious way to feed your tegu lizard. They are made with high-quality ingredients and are fortified with vitamins and minerals to ensure that your tegu is getting all the nutrients they need.
Pet iguanas and tegus can detect hormonal changes in their owners, such as menstruation. This can trigger a mating response and aggressive behavior in male reptiles.
Grow tents provide a cost-effective and controlled environment for tegus. Suitable for most species, they offer customization options and are ideal for beginners and those with limited budgets, although they may lack natural behaviors.
Crocodile Tegus (Crocodilurus amazonicus) require a suitable enclosure with land and water areas, proper temperature and humidity levels, and a diverse diet consisting of insects, amphibians, reptiles, and fish.