Well in general all uromastyx's consume their water uptake from the greens we offer. So, if you were to take what you’re saying and think about it, offering romaine lettuce along with other "more nutritional" greens wouldn't be a bad idea. It would keep them hydrated, therefore making your diet an exceptional mix of greens.

However, I would really like to know what forum you found this information on. "Iceberg" lettuce is pretty much 95% water, but romaine on the other hand, being a dark green, offers quality nutrients. Again it by no means should be considered a staple diet for uros, because there are far many better types of greens to use. But Romaine should be used every now and then. I'll give you credit that romaine has high water content, but it also offers vitamins and minerals that include calcium, iron, etc. I even read somewhere that it’s high in vitamin C. I am by no means an expert on what vitamins and minerals uro's metabolize and absorb into their bodies, but I would imagine that offering romaine lettuce isn't going to have an negative effect on your diet plans or the Uro's bodies. Heck, it’s even cost efficient in the super markets! Not to say that I don't pay top dollar for my Uro's gourmet meals everyday, I sometimes wish I ate that healthy

If you read the diet section on Dr. Dix's website you will see were he mentioned that romaine is a fine lettuce, yet shouldn't be offered frequently. http://deerfernfarms.com/Uromastyx_Care.htm

-Paul

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