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How to Raise Tegu Lizards
Contributed by: Boyd
  • 1. What is the ideal minimum enclosure size for an adult tegu?
A) 4x2x2 feet
B) 8x4x4 feet
C) 6x3x3 feet
D) 10x5x5 feet
  • 2. What is the recommended basking temperature for a tegu?
A) 80-90°F
B) 60-70°F
C) 100-110°F
D) 120-130°F
  • 3. What type of substrate is best for tegus?
A) Gravel
B) Newspaper
C) Reptile carpet
D) A mix of topsoil, cypress mulch, and play sand
  • 4. How often should a juvenile tegu be fed?
A) Every other day
B) Daily
C) Weekly
D) Twice a week
  • 5. What is a good staple food for tegus?
A) Dog food
B) Cat food
C) Ground turkey
D) Lettuce
  • 6. What supplements are essential for tegu health?
A) Only vitamin D3
B) Calcium and vitamin D3
C) Only calcium
D) None
  • 7. What is the ideal humidity level for tegus?
A) 60-80%
B) 30-40%
C) 10-20%
D) 90-100%
  • 8. What is brumation?
A) A sign of illness
B) A mating ritual
C) A type of shedding
D) A reptile's hibernation-like state
  • 9. When do tegus typically brumate?
A) Summer
B) Spring
C) Winter
D) Fall
  • 10. How should you handle a tegu?
A) Pick them up quickly
B) By the neck
C) Support their entire body
D) By the tail
  • 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 provide heat
B) To synthesize vitamin D3
C) To help them shed
D) To help them see
  • 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) 2-5 years
B) 5-10 years
C) 15-20 years
D) 25-30 years
  • 16. What type of enclosure lid is best for a tegu?
A) Lightweight mesh
B) Glass with no locks
C) Secure with latches or locks
D) None
  • 17. How often should a tegu's enclosure be cleaned?
A) Yearly
B) Never
C) Monthly
D) Spot cleaned daily, fully cleaned weekly
  • 18. What should you do if your tegu stops eating?
A) Consult a veterinarian
B) Force feed it
C) Lower the temperature
D) Ignore it
  • 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) Potentially
B) Mildly
C) Yes
D) No
  • 21. What is a good source of protein for a tegu besides ground turkey?
A) Grapes
B) Insects like crickets and roaches
C) Bread
D) Candy
  • 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) Rhubarb
B) Citrus fruits
C) Avocados
D) Berries and bananas
  • 24. What should you do if your tegu gets stuck while shedding?
A) Apply petroleum jelly
B) Peel it off forcefully
C) Increase humidity and provide a shallow bath
D) Ignore it
  • 25. Why is quarantine important when introducing a new tegu?
A) To see if they get along
B) It's not important
C) To save space
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) 2 weeks
D) Immediately
  • 27. What is the best way to provide water for a tegu?
A) None, they get water from food
B) A water bottle
C) A small bowl
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 ceramic heat emitter or red light
D) A bright white light
  • 29. What type of vet specializes in reptiles like tegus?
A) An exotics vet
B) A bird vet
C) A dog and cat vet
D) A livestock vet
  • 30. Why is it important to avoid cedar shavings as a substrate?
A) It doesn't hold humidity
B) It is too expensive
C) It is toxic to reptiles
D) It attracts mites
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