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I have a six year old adult male green iguana . He is over five feet long and in good condition . He was given to me recently but he seems to have no intrest in food . He appears active and healthy just doest seem intrested in food . What would help to make him want to eat . Also what are some vegi's and fruits that are safe for them to eat . Right now he is on a diet of mustard greens , collard greens , endive , escarole , turnip greens , beet greens and cantolope as a treat . Thanks .

most reptiles get very stressed when they move to a new home. even changing their cage or room can stress some out. when they are still getting used to a new home, food is the last thing on their mind.
if the tempature isnt high enough, that can also affect their appatite.
collard greens, mustard greensand endive are staple greens in their diets and should be about 45% of their meal. veggies such as green beans, and any yellow squash should also be about 45% of their plate, and fruits should be the remaining 10%. i may be a bit off on my proportions, but they are pretty close.
hope this helps.

How recently did you aquire him? It's not unusual for Igs to go without eating for several days after a change in environment. The diet sounds pretty good. You might add some grated squashes such as acorn or butternut. You can also vary the fruit a little. Mine love blueberries, strawberrys and nectarine. I don't give them fruit every day but it is a great source of moisture. JN
PS...Warmth and UVB play a factor in eating too, his he warm enough? What kind of UVB light are you using?