Red Tegus are known for their docile nature and intelligence which make them an excellent pet choice for those that have the space for a friendly large lizard!
Photos taken May 2025
For sale in our Bracknell reptile shop
Sex: Possible Female
Age: 3 years old (fully grown at 4 years old)
Average Adult Size: 2.5 to 3.5ft
Handling: Friendly
Diet: Omnivorous (Insects, worms, whole prey, vegetation, fruit)
Suitability: Keepers with the space and knowledge for a large lizard species
Adult Tegus require a well-sealed enclosure measuring at least 8×4×4ft, with clustered and thermostatically controlled overhead heating and high-range UV lighting. Temperatures and humidity should be measured using a digital thermo-hygrometer.
They appreciate a deep soil-based substrate layer with lots of hides and enrichment to enable them to display their naturalistic behaviours, such as their love for digging. They have higher humidity requirements that should be maintained with moisture retaining substrate, misting and a large water bowl.
Red Tegus are known for their docile nature and intelligence which make them an excellent pet choice for those that have the space for a friendly large lizard!
Photos taken May 2025
For sale in our Bracknell reptile shop
Sex: Possible Female
Age: 3 years old (fully grown at 4 years old)
Average Adult Size: 2.5 to 3.5ft
Handling: Friendly
Diet: Omnivorous (Insects, worms, whole prey, vegetation, fruit)
Suitability: Keepers with the space and knowledge for a large lizard species
Adult Tegus require a well-sealed enclosure measuring at least 8×4×4ft, with clustered and thermostatically controlled overhead heating and high-range UV lighting. Temperatures and humidity should be measured using a digital thermo-hygrometer.
They appreciate a deep soil-based substrate layer with lots of hides and enrichment to enable them to display their naturalistic behaviours, such as their love for digging. They have higher humidity requirements that should be maintained with moisture retaining substrate, misting and a large water bowl.
