Sunday I got my 6 month old green iguana from someone who decided they had gotten in over their heads. I’ve wanted one for a couple of years but have held off because it never seemed to be good timing. I am pretty prepared but I have a few questions to make sure I’m on the right track. For now s/he is in a 55 gal tank but I am drafting up plans for a large enclosure for when s/he outgrows the tank. I’m wondering how soon I’m going to need the large enclosure. Right now there is plenty of space but by the time s/he has doubled in size the tank is going to be very cramped. I want to make sure the new place is ready by the time it is needed.

The other thing I am wondering is what the best choice for supplements is. Everyone has their favourite brands and I want to know what the BEST choice is. Also I will be feeding an entirely home prepared diet but on the occasion that I’m going away overnight, what is the best prepared food on the market ?

I have a reptiglo 5.0 terrarium lamp in an old hood I had as well as a Zoo Med Power sun uv 120v/160w for basking on one side – is this adequate for lighting? Is there something better I could be using?

Any fave websites with extra info would be greatly appreciated as well as favourite books. I’ve borrowed a few from friends but like in everything there are always some slight discrepancies with the older books being a little outdated in terms of care. Any extra advice would be great, this came up rather suddenly and while I’ve done some basic research, I know there are plenty of gaps.



Finally, s/he hasnt yet eaten anything should I be overly concerned or should I just give it a little more time?

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