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