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Iguana (Iguana iguana) |
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green iguana (Iguana iguana) is the most well known and popular
reptile pet.
Males are larger than females. Males can grow to be 6 feet while females up to 4 feet. They grow at alarming rates of speed, so your baby 6 inch iguana may not be so "baby" for much longer. While it is still small, it can be kept in a 20 gallon tank but when it grows to big, to prevent growth stunts, it is IMPERATIVE for you to buy a new 50 gallon tank. About half of your iguanas diet should consist of spinach, and other dark leafy vegetables. The other half should be of other vegetables. The remainder should consist of juicy vegetables like tomatoes and other fruits. High temperatures are important not only for the comfort of your iguana but to keep it healthy and help it digest food. Remember that these animals are cold blooded and rely on other heat sources to keep their body temperature up. At night the temperature in it's cage may drop down to about 75 degrees Fahrenheit but during the day it should range from 80 to 100 degrees. The primary heat source should be an overhead light but should be supplemented by a heating pad or rock for reptiles. Indoor iguanas
should have a full-spectrum bulb included in their cage setup. If
possible, iguanas should be housed (either temporarily or permanently) in
outdoor enclosures, as natural sunlight is extremely beneficial to this
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