Lizards are one of the most popular pet reptiles and having one can be a unique and valuable experience. But it is also a great responsibility since they require a lot of care, even more than a snake. That is why it is not recommended as a pet for people who have never had pets before or are not responsible enough to take care of them.

These are some point you need to consider about caring for a lizard:

Feeding

Lizards eat daily. Their diet depends a lot on the species since some are well with commercial food while others need live prey as part of their diet. That’s why you need to find out what kind of feed is best for your lizard and make sure you can provide it.

Habitat

It is very important to investigate how much your lizard will grow, since that will determine the size of the terrarium that you need to buy. There are reptiles like iguanas that need space to move and swim. In addition to space, you need to consider these points, which may change depending on the species:

• Amount of ultraviolet light
• Heat gradient requirements
• Humidity regulation

Interaction

Lizards are usually more active than most other reptile species. They are more attentive and responsive to the activities and behaviors of their caregivers. But this does not mean they need attention 24 hours a day or that they are left to their own all the time.

It is important to investigate the kind of attention needed by the species of lizard you will take care of, since some may be stressed by handling them too much or never doing it.

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