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