Argentine Black and White Tegu vs Uromastyx
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Argentine Black and White Tegu | Uromastyx | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Advanced | Intermediate |
| Adult size | 3-4 feet (up to 4.5 ft) | 10-18 inches (some species up to 30 inches) |
| Lifespan | 15-20 years | 15-20 years |
| Min enclosure | 8x4x4 ft (custom built recommended; juveniles 75-120 gallons) | 40 gallon / 36x18x18 inches |
| Basking temp | 100-110°F | 120-130°F |
| Humidity | 70-80% | 10-30% |
| UVB | Yes - T5 HO 10.0/12% UVB (Ferguson zone 4) | Yes - T5 HO 10.0 or 12% (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. | Herbivorous: dark leafy greens (collard, mustard, dandelion), squash, bell peppers, occasional seeds/legumes; no insects for adults. Feed daily with calcium supplement (no D3) every feeding. |