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What kind of lizard should I get?

xariesx384 Jun 18, 2005 01:47 PM

I want one that does not have to eat live food and is not very small in size. Any suggestions appreciated!!

Replies (3)

Nygaboon Jun 18, 2005 03:20 PM

It all depends on your level of experience and how small you consider small. Live insects are the primary source of nutrition for the vast majority of "beginner" Lizards so you may have difficulty finding one to suit your needs. There are commercial diets available for bearded dragons and leopard geckos. However it's been my expereince that nothing can substitute for live prey.
If live prey and size are problematic you may want to avoid lizards all together. Go with a red ear slider or painted turtle. They are releatively easy to care for and dop not require live prey.
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xariesx384 Jun 18, 2005 03:49 PM

Size really is not an issue. I have had a desert gecko, two house geckos, two anoles, four green tree frogs, two red eared sliders, a painted turtle, and a songbird tree frog in the past, but now I want to go with a lizard that does not require live food as frequently.

GreenAura Jun 18, 2005 06:28 PM

They are not cheap, but a uromastyx, captive bred would be my choice. Ornates are very striking in color. They do need warm basking areas, should have UV lighting, and need warmer night temps than most lizards. Mainly vegetarians, with some protein in diet, and I think a overlooked species with the potential of a bearded dragon popularity if promoted.

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