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