How to Raise Tegu Lizards
  • 1. What is the ideal minimum enclosure size for an adult tegu?
A) 8x4x4 feet
B) 10x5x5 feet
C) 6x3x3 feet
D) 4x2x2 feet
  • 2. What is the recommended basking temperature for a tegu?
A) 100-110°F
B) 80-90°F
C) 60-70°F
D) 120-130°F
  • 3. What type of substrate is best for tegus?
A) A mix of topsoil, cypress mulch, and play sand
B) Gravel
C) Newspaper
D) Reptile carpet
  • 4. How often should a juvenile tegu be fed?
A) Every other day
B) Twice a week
C) Weekly
D) Daily
  • 5. What is a good staple food for tegus?
A) Cat food
B) Ground turkey
C) Lettuce
D) Dog food
  • 6. What supplements are essential for tegu health?
A) None
B) Only vitamin D3
C) Calcium and vitamin D3
D) Only calcium
  • 7. What is the ideal humidity level for tegus?
A) 90-100%
B) 30-40%
C) 10-20%
D) 60-80%
  • 8. What is brumation?
A) A reptile's hibernation-like state
B) A mating ritual
C) A type of shedding
D) A sign of illness
  • 9. When do tegus typically brumate?
A) Spring
B) Summer
C) Winter
D) Fall
  • 10. How should you handle a tegu?
A) Support their entire body
B) Pick them up quickly
C) By the tail
D) By the neck
  • 11. What is a common health problem in tegus?
A) Overheating
B) Diabetes
C) Hair loss
D) Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)
  • 12. What causes Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)?
A) Lack of calcium and/or vitamin D3
B) Too much protein
C) Too much vitamin D3
D) Too much calcium
  • 13. Why is proper UVB lighting important for tegus?
A) To help them shed
B) To synthesize vitamin D3
C) To help them see
D) To provide heat
  • 14. What types of enrichment should be provided for tegus?
A) Only a basking spot
B) Nothing
C) Hides, digging opportunities, and varied food items
D) Just a water bowl
  • 15. What is the average lifespan of a tegu in captivity?
A) 25-30 years
B) 5-10 years
C) 2-5 years
D) 15-20 years
  • 16. What type of enclosure lid is best for a tegu?
A) Glass with no locks
B) None
C) Lightweight mesh
D) Secure with latches or locks
  • 17. How often should a tegu's enclosure be cleaned?
A) Never
B) Yearly
C) Monthly
D) Spot cleaned daily, fully cleaned weekly
  • 18. What should you do if your tegu stops eating?
A) Force feed it
B) Lower the temperature
C) Ignore it
D) Consult a veterinarian
  • 19. What is the best way to handle a defensive tegu?
A) Yell at it
B) Use thick gloves and a calm approach
C) Immediately grab it
D) Poke it with a stick
  • 20. Are tegus venomous?
A) No
B) Yes
C) Potentially
D) Mildly
  • 21. What is a good source of protein for a tegu besides ground turkey?
A) Candy
B) Insects like crickets and roaches
C) Bread
D) Grapes
  • 22. Can tegus be housed together?
A) Generally no, they are solitary animals
B) Yes, if they are the same size
C) Yes, if they are siblings
D) Yes, if they are a breeding pair
  • 23. What fruits can be offered to tegus in moderation?
A) Avocados
B) Berries and bananas
C) Rhubarb
D) Citrus fruits
  • 24. What should you do if your tegu gets stuck while shedding?
A) Ignore it
B) Peel it off forcefully
C) Increase humidity and provide a shallow bath
D) Apply petroleum jelly
  • 25. Why is quarantine important when introducing a new tegu?
A) To save space
B) It's not important
C) To see if they get along
D) To prevent the spread of disease
  • 26. How long should a new tegu be quarantined?
A) At least 30-60 days
B) 1 week
C) Immediately
D) 2 weeks
  • 27. What is the best way to provide water for a tegu?
A) A small bowl
B) A water bottle
C) None, they get water from food
D) A large, shallow dish
  • 28. What type of lighting is best for viewing tegus at night?
A) Any colored light
B) A black light
C) A bright white light
D) A ceramic heat emitter or red light
  • 29. What type of vet specializes in reptiles like tegus?
A) A dog and cat vet
B) A livestock vet
C) An exotics vet
D) A bird vet
  • 30. Why is it important to avoid cedar shavings as a substrate?
A) It attracts mites
B) It doesn't hold humidity
C) It is toxic to reptiles
D) It is too expensive
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