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