Argentine Black and White Tegu vs Bearded Dragon
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Argentine Black and White Tegu | Bearded Dragon | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Advanced | Beginner |
| Adult size | 3-4 feet (up to 4.5 ft) | 18-24 inches |
| Lifespan | 15-20 years | 10-15 years |
| Min enclosure | 8x4x4 ft (custom built recommended; juveniles 75-120 gallons) | 40 gallon (36x18x18 inches) |
| Basking temp | 100-110°F | 95-105°F |
| Humidity | 70-80% | 30-40% |
| UVB | Yes - T5 HO 10.0/12% UVB (Ferguson zone 4) | Yes - T5 HO 10.0 or 12% UVB (Ferguson zone 3-4) |
| Diet | Omnivorous: insects (crickets, roaches, superworms), pinky/fuzzy mice (once a week for adults), fruits (berries, mango), vegetables (squash, leafy greens). Juveniles daily, adults 3-4 times per week. | Juveniles: daily insects (crickets, roaches) and greens; Adults: 80% vegetables (collard, mustard greens, squash) and 20% insects every other day. |