Tegu's grow to around 4 feet - so a vivarium that size will not last it very long (maybe a year or two) ! As an adult - it would need a vivarium of at least 12 x 4 x 6 !
It depends on the species - BUT - the commonest one found in petstores - the Argentine black and white tegu, (Tupinambis merianae) CAN grow as large as 54 inches ! Therefore you'd need a vivarium at LEAST 84 long by 48 deep and 72 inches high !
tegu lizards eat a variety of different lizards
Martinique Spectacled Tegu was created in 1881.
Underwood's Spectacled Tegu was created in 1958.
Tegu is a large lizard native to South America.
no they shouldnt
Swamp Wars - 2011 Tegu Bites Off Finger was released on: USA: June 2011
To treat mouth sores on a Black and White Tegu, you can apply a topical antiseptic solution to the affected area. Keep the enclosure clean and maintain proper humidity levels to prevent infections. If the mouth sores persist or worsen, consult a veterinarian who specializes in reptiles for further evaluation and treatment.
Yes, lizards eat butterflys
To the best of my knowledge tegu are not illegal in ma. I personaly own a 4 ft. blue tegu and have researched it extensively. I haven't found anything outlawing them. You do however need a class 4 propagators permit for several other reptiles such as: all monitors, retics, anaconda, and a few other snakes. If approved for a permit by Masswildlife, its a 25 dollar fee per year. I suggest you go to MassWildlife web site and search for: 321 CMR 9:00 Exemption List. Tegu make great "pets", but as with any big reptile you better know what you're doing.
Yes, you can take a tegu on a walk, but it requires careful handling and proper equipment. Tegus can be trained to walk on a leash, similar to dogs, but they need to be acclimated to it gradually. It's important to ensure that the environment is safe and that the tegu is comfortable, as they can be sensitive to stress and unfamiliar surroundings. Always supervise them closely during walks to prevent any potential escape or injury.
Tegucigalpa (TE-GOO-SEE-GAL-PA)or tegu