How to Identify and Classify Tegu Lizards
  • 1. What is the most common species of tegu kept as a pet?
A) Red Tegu
B) Blue Tegu
C) Argentine Black and White Tegu
D) Gold Tegu
  • 2. What primary characteristic distinguishes Argentine Black and White Tegus?
A) Small size and green scales
B) Blue tongue
C) Completely red coloration
D) Black and white patterned scales
  • 3. How can you identify a male tegu from a female?
A) Males have brighter colors
B) Only females have dewlaps
C) Females are generally larger
D) Larger jowls and femoral pores in males
  • 4. Red Tegus are predominantly found in what region?
A) South America
B) Australia
C) Africa
D) North America
  • 5. What is the dominant color of a Red Tegu?
A) Blue
B) Reddish-orange
C) Black and white
D) Green
  • 6. Compared to Argentine Black and White Tegus, Red Tegus tend to be:
A) More aggressive
B) Smaller
C) More docile
D) Less intelligent
  • 7. What is the defining color pattern of a Gold Tegu?
A) Predominantly gold or yellow
B) Red and brown spots
C) Black and white stripes
D) Solid green
  • 8. Where are Gold Tegus most commonly found?
A) Captivity (bred for color)
B) Wild Brazil
C) Wild Argentina
D) Wild Mexico
  • 9. Which of these tegu species is the smallest?
A) Red Tegu
B) Giant Tegu
C) Colombian Tegu
D) Argentine Black and White Tegu
  • 10. What is a defining characteristic of the Colombian Tegu?
A) Blue scales
B) Bright red coloration
C) Brownish or olive coloration
D) Distinct black and white bands
  • 11. Compared to other tegus, Colombian Tegus are often considered:
A) Brighter in color
B) More skittish
C) More docile
D) Larger
  • 12. What does 'diurnal' mean in relation to tegus?
A) Active at night
B) Active during the day
C) Hibernating
D) Active during twilight
  • 13. What is a tegu's typical diet in the wild?
A) Only insects
B) Strictly herbivorous (only plants)
C) Strictly carnivorous (only meat)
D) Omnivorous (insects, fruits, small animals)
  • 14. What behavior do tegus exhibit during cooler months?
A) Burmation (dormancy)
B) Mating season
C) Increased activity
D) Migration
  • 15. The Argentine Black and White Tegu is scientifically known as:
A) Tupinambis rufescens
B) Salvator rufescens
C) Tupinambis teguixin
D) Salvator merianae
  • 16. The Red Tegu is scientifically known as:
A) Salvator rufescens
B) Tupinambis quadrilineatus
C) Salvator merianae
D) Tupinambis teguixin
  • 17. What are 'femoral pores' used for?
A) Hearing
B) Scent marking
C) Defense
D) Breathing
  • 18. What is the typical lifespan of a tegu in captivity?
A) 25-30 years
B) 2-5 years
C) 15-20 years
D) 5-10 years
  • 19. What type of enclosure is best suited for adult tegus?
A) Large, secure enclosure
B) Wire mesh cage
C) Open-top container
D) Small glass tank
  • 20. What is the ideal humidity level for tegus?
A) 90-100%
B) 60-80%
C) 40-50%
D) 20-30%
  • 21. Why is UVB lighting essential for tegus in captivity?
A) Vitamin D3 synthesis
B) Humidity control
C) Color enhancement
D) Temperature regulation
  • 22. What substrate is NOT recommended for tegus?
A) Topsoil
B) Cypress mulch
C) Reptile carpet
D) Coco coir
  • 23. What potential danger is associated with handling a tegu?
A) Strong bite
B) Poisonous skin
C) Venomous bite
D) Electric shock
  • 24. Which tegu is often considered the best pet for beginners?
A) Gold Tegu
B) Red Tegu
C) Argentine Black and White Tegu (with proper research)
D) Colombian Tegu
  • 25. How frequently should a juvenile tegu be fed?
A) Daily
B) Monthly
C) Weekly
D) Every other day
  • 26. What is a common health problem in captive tegus?
A) Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)
B) Fin rot
C) Feather plucking
D) Scale shedding
  • 27. What is the typical adult size of an Argentine Black and White Tegu?
A) 6 inches
B) 5-6 feet
C) 1-2 feet
D) 3-4.5 feet
  • 28. What should you do if your tegu stops eating?
A) Ignore it and hope it starts eating again
B) Lower the enclosure temperature
C) Consult a veterinarian
D) Force-feed the tegu
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