My first monitor is/was a Nile (3 year old female), and shes not exactly what I would call a 'treat'.

As a monitor lizard, shes great- but as a 'captive', I can think of many other species I would suggest before a Nile.
The reasoning? ProExotics gives a pretty good definition.

I love my Nile, in all her moody glory, but all the same I wouldnt suggest the species as a starter- they can be really nice animals, but they can also be large, aggressive carnivorous lizard... what a surprise, eh?


Large monitors in general are something Id suggest really thinking about- having a big lizard sounds like a cool concept, but it really is ALOT of work to maintain. If youre really sure you have the time/interest/resources, check out what Robyn suggested and consider your choices carefully.

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