Tegus are generally not aggressive and they prefer to use their tail to whip enemies and annoying caretakers. These lizards are however equipped with a set of very sharp, mammal-like teeth which they use to crush their preys whole when they eat. A tegu bite can be deadly for small creatures, although humans do not usually have anything to worry about, since tegus do not grow large enough to be… Read More »Tegu Lizard Bite
Tegu lizards are terrestrial reptiles native to South America. They are somewhat similar in appearance to monitor lizards, of which they are distant relatives, the two animal families being an example of convergent evolution. Tegus are one of the larger species of lizard that can be kept in captivity and have become quite popular as pets in the US, UK and other parts of the world. These animals are appreciated… Read More »Tegu Lizard Care – Information, Enclosure, Diet & Health
