How to Care for Tegu Lizards
  • 1. What is the minimum recommended enclosure size for an adult tegu?
A) 6ft x 3ft x 3ft
B) 10ft x 5ft x 5ft
C) 4ft x 2ft x 2ft
D) 8ft x 4ft x 4ft
  • 2. What type of substrate is best for tegus?
A) Reptile carpet
B) Newspaper
C) Sand
D) A mix of soil, cypress mulch, and sphagnum moss
  • 3. What temperature should the basking spot be for a tegu?
A) 80-90°F
B) 90-100°F
C) 110-120°F
D) 130-140°F
  • 4. What temperature should the cool side of the enclosure be?
A) 90-100°F
B) 75-80°F
C) 85-90°F
D) 60-70°F
  • 5. What type of UVB lighting do tegus require?
A) Coiled UVB bulb
B) No UVB required
C) Linear UVB bulb
D) Incandescent bulb
  • 6. How often should a tegu be fed?
A) Juveniles daily, adults 2-3 times per week
B) Once a week
C) Every other day
D) Daily, regardless of age
  • 7. What is a good staple food for tegus?
A) Crickets (adults)
B) Lettuce
C) Bananas
D) Rodents
  • 8. What supplements should be given to tegus?
A) Vitamin C only
B) None required
C) Calcium only
D) Calcium and multivitamin
  • 9. How often should a tegu's water bowl be cleaned?
A) Daily
B) Only when it looks dirty
C) Weekly
D) Monthly
  • 10. What is a sign of shedding problems in tegus?
A) Increased activity
B) Retained shed around toes and tail
C) Increased appetite
D) Brighter coloration
  • 11. What is brumation?
A) A period of rapid growth.
B) A period of dormancy during colder months.
C) A period of constant shedding.
D) A period of increased activity.
  • 12. How should you handle a tegu?
A) Support the body and tail.
B) Let it crawl all over you unsupervised.
C) Only hold by the tail.
D) Hold by the neck.
  • 13. What is a common health problem in captive tegus?
A) Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)
B) Always basking
C) Excessive appetite
D) Increased shedding frequency
  • 14. What is the typical lifespan of a tegu in captivity?
A) 30-40 years
B) 15-20 years
C) 5-10 years
D) 20-30 years
  • 15. What is the ideal humidity level for a tegu enclosure?
A) 40-50%
B) 60-80%
C) 20-30%
D) 90-100%
  • 16. Why is proper humidity important for tegus?
A) To help them digest their food.
B) To make their scales shiny.
C) To aid in shedding and prevent respiratory issues.
D) To keep them cool.
  • 17. What is a good way to maintain humidity in a tegu enclosure?
A) Misting and a large water bowl.
B) A dehumidifier.
C) Placing the enclosure in direct sunlight.
D) A heat lamp.
  • 18. What should you do if your tegu stops eating?
A) Force feed the tegu.
B) Give it only treats.
C) Ignore it and hope it starts eating again.
D) Check temperature, humidity, and seek vet advice.
  • 19. Are tegus venomous?
A) Yes, mildly venomous
B) No
C) Only when they are babies
D) Yes, highly venomous
  • 20. What is the temperament of tegus generally like?
A) Always aggressive and untrainable.
B) Naturally shy and hide all the time.
C) Intelligent and can become docile with handling.
D) They require very little human interaction.
  • 21. What is a good enrichment activity for a tegu?
A) Mirrors
B) Laser pointers
C) Dig boxes
D) Small hamster wheels
  • 22. Can tegus be housed together?
A) Yes, they thrive in groups
B) Only females can be housed together.
C) Only males can be housed together
D) Generally, no. Adults can be aggressive.
  • 23. What does it mean if a tegu is 'huffing'?
A) It is happy and content.
B) It is about to shed.
C) It is feeling threatened or stressed.
D) It is hungry.
  • 24. How often should a tegu's enclosure be completely cleaned?
A) Every week
B) Every 1-2 months
C) Every day
D) Never
  • 25. What human foods are safe to occasionally offer a tegu?
A) Small amounts of fruit
B) Dairy products
C) Processed meats
D) Chocolate
  • 26. What should you do if a tegu bites you?
A) Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water.
B) Ignore it, tegu bites are harmless.
C) Let the tegu bite you again to assert dominance.
D) Apply an antiseptic and seek medical attention if necessary.
  • 27. What is a sign of a healthy tegu?
A) Sunken eyes and lethargy
B) Refusal to eat
C) Clear eyes and active behavior
D) Constant shedding
  • 28. Where is the best place to acquire a tegu?
A) Pet store without knowledge
B) Flea Market
C) Reputable breeder or rescue
D) Wild caught
  • 29. Why should you quarantine a new tegu?
A) So it can get used to being handled
B) To help it adjust to its new environment more quickly
C) To prevent it from escaping
D) To observe for illness and prevent spread
  • 30. What is an appropriate diet for a juvenile tegu?
A) Insects, pinkie mice, and a small amount of fruit
B) Only vegetables
C) Only hard-boiled eggs
D) Only large rats
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