Bearded Dragon vs Green Iguana
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Bearded Dragon | Green Iguana | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Advanced |
| Adult size | 18-24 inches | 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 m) |
| Lifespan | 10-15 years | 15-20 years |
| Min enclosure | 40 gallon (36x18x18 inches) | 6 ft x 3 ft x 6 ft (1.8 x 0.9 x 1.8 m) for an adult |
| Basking temp | 95-105°F | 95-105°F (35-40°C) |
| Humidity | 30-40% | 60-80% |
| UVB | Yes - T5 HO 10.0 or 12% UVB (Ferguson zone 3-4) | Yes - T5 HO 10.0 to 12% UVB, Ferguson zone 3-4 |
| Diet | Juveniles: daily insects (crickets, roaches) and greens; Adults: 80% vegetables (collard, mustard greens, squash) and 20% insects every other day. | Herbivorous: 70% dark leafy greens (collard, mustard, dandelion), 20% vegetables (squash, bell pepper), 10% fruit (berries, mango) as treats. Feed daily for juveniles, every other day for adults. |