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which are better ackies or tegus?

cee4 Jan 07, 2005 08:07 AM

Im thinking on getting a black and white tegu or possibly an Ackie but Im just wondering if one has a better personality than the other, as far as aggressiveness or thier social behaviour towards people..

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JLExotics Jan 07, 2005 08:49 AM

You really can't compare a B & W to an Ackie. An Ackie maxes at about 2ft not even 1lb. A B & W can get 4ft and into the 15-20+lb range. A B & W will be a little cheaper to buy, but will cost alot more for upkeep! Ackies can be kept in a much smaller enclosure. As far as Personality IMO Tegus are smarter, and less flighty! If I were you I would look at Blue Tegus. They don't get near as big as B & W's but still get bigger then an ackie! My female is 3ft+ and about 6lbs, she's 2yrs old so won't be getting any larger. Here is a link to some pics:

http://thetegu.com/modules.php?set_albumName=JL-Exotics&op=modload&name=Gallery&file=index&include=view_album.php

She is in the 3 pics on top. The 2 below are of a 2ft male.

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cee4 Jan 08, 2005 02:29 PM

I want to get it at good breeder, I dont mind paying the extra to get a good quality pet. Does anyone have any suggestions as to a breeder?
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