Argentine Black and White Tegu vs Frilled Dragon
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Argentine Black and White Tegu | Frilled Dragon | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Advanced | Intermediate |
| Adult size | 3-4 feet (up to 4.5 ft) | 2-3 feet total length (including tail) |
| Lifespan | 15-20 years | 10-15 years |
| Min enclosure | 8x4x4 ft (custom built recommended; juveniles 75-120 gallons) | 4x2x4 feet (120x60x120 cm) for adult |
| Basking temp | 100-110°F | 100-110°F (38-43°C) |
| Humidity | 70-80% | 40-60% |
| 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. | Insects (crickets, roaches, mealworms) dusted with calcium daily and multivitamin weekly; offer occasional pinky mice and chopped leafy greens/vegetables. |