How to Care for Tegu Lizards
  • 1. What is the minimum recommended enclosure size for an adult tegu?
A) 10ft x 5ft x 5ft
B) 8ft x 4ft x 4ft
C) 6ft x 3ft x 3ft
D) 4ft x 2ft x 2ft
  • 2. What type of substrate is best for tegus?
A) Newspaper
B) Reptile carpet
C) A mix of soil, cypress mulch, and sphagnum moss
D) Sand
  • 3. What temperature should the basking spot be for a tegu?
A) 90-100°F
B) 130-140°F
C) 80-90°F
D) 110-120°F
  • 4. What temperature should the cool side of the enclosure be?
A) 85-90°F
B) 75-80°F
C) 60-70°F
D) 90-100°F
  • 5. What type of UVB lighting do tegus require?
A) Linear UVB bulb
B) No UVB required
C) Coiled UVB bulb
D) Incandescent bulb
  • 6. How often should a tegu be fed?
A) Every other day
B) Daily, regardless of age
C) Juveniles daily, adults 2-3 times per week
D) Once a week
  • 7. What is a good staple food for tegus?
A) Bananas
B) Lettuce
C) Rodents
D) Crickets (adults)
  • 8. What supplements should be given to tegus?
A) Calcium only
B) Vitamin C only
C) Calcium and multivitamin
D) None required
  • 9. How often should a tegu's water bowl be cleaned?
A) Weekly
B) Only when it looks dirty
C) Monthly
D) Daily
  • 10. What is a sign of shedding problems in tegus?
A) Retained shed around toes and tail
B) Increased appetite
C) Brighter coloration
D) Increased activity
  • 11. What is brumation?
A) A period of constant shedding.
B) A period of dormancy during colder months.
C) A period of rapid growth.
D) A period of increased activity.
  • 12. How should you handle a tegu?
A) Let it crawl all over you unsupervised.
B) Support the body and tail.
C) Hold by the neck.
D) Only hold by the tail.
  • 13. What is a common health problem in captive tegus?
A) Always basking
B) Excessive appetite
C) Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)
D) Increased shedding frequency
  • 14. What is the typical lifespan of a tegu in captivity?
A) 5-10 years
B) 15-20 years
C) 30-40 years
D) 20-30 years
  • 15. What is the ideal humidity level for a tegu enclosure?
A) 90-100%
B) 20-30%
C) 40-50%
D) 60-80%
  • 16. Why is proper humidity important for tegus?
A) To make their scales shiny.
B) To keep them cool.
C) To aid in shedding and prevent respiratory issues.
D) To help them digest their food.
  • 17. What is a good way to maintain humidity in a tegu enclosure?
A) A dehumidifier.
B) A heat lamp.
C) Placing the enclosure in direct sunlight.
D) Misting and a large water bowl.
  • 18. What should you do if your tegu stops eating?
A) Ignore it and hope it starts eating again.
B) Give it only treats.
C) Force feed the tegu.
D) Check temperature, humidity, and seek vet advice.
  • 19. Are tegus venomous?
A) Only when they are babies
B) Yes, mildly venomous
C) No
D) Yes, highly venomous
  • 20. What is the temperament of tegus generally like?
A) Intelligent and can become docile with handling.
B) Naturally shy and hide all the time.
C) Always aggressive and untrainable.
D) They require very little human interaction.
  • 21. What is a good enrichment activity for a tegu?
A) Small hamster wheels
B) Mirrors
C) Laser pointers
D) Dig boxes
  • 22. Can tegus be housed together?
A) Only females can be housed together.
B) Generally, no. Adults can be aggressive.
C) Only males can be housed together
D) Yes, they thrive in groups
  • 23. What does it mean if a tegu is 'huffing'?
A) It is feeling threatened or stressed.
B) It is happy and content.
C) It is about to shed.
D) It is hungry.
  • 24. How often should a tegu's enclosure be completely cleaned?
A) Every 1-2 months
B) Every week
C) Never
D) Every day
  • 25. What human foods are safe to occasionally offer a tegu?
A) Processed meats
B) Small amounts of fruit
C) Chocolate
D) Dairy products
  • 26. What should you do if a tegu bites you?
A) Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water.
B) Ignore it, tegu bites are harmless.
C) Apply an antiseptic and seek medical attention if necessary.
D) Let the tegu bite you again to assert dominance.
  • 27. What is a sign of a healthy tegu?
A) Clear eyes and active behavior
B) Refusal to eat
C) Constant shedding
D) Sunken eyes and lethargy
  • 28. Where is the best place to acquire a tegu?
A) Reputable breeder or rescue
B) Pet store without knowledge
C) Flea Market
D) Wild caught
  • 29. Why should you quarantine a new tegu?
A) To observe for illness and prevent spread
B) To prevent it from escaping
C) So it can get used to being handled
D) To help it adjust to its new environment more quickly
  • 30. What is an appropriate diet for a juvenile tegu?
A) Only large rats
B) Insects, pinkie mice, and a small amount of fruit
C) Only vegetables
D) Only hard-boiled eggs
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