Frilled Dragon vs Green Iguana
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Frilled Dragon | Green Iguana | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Advanced |
| Adult size | 2-3 feet total length (including tail) | 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 m) |
| Lifespan | 10-15 years | 15-20 years |
| Min enclosure | 4x2x4 feet (120x60x120 cm) for adult | 6 ft x 3 ft x 6 ft (1.8 x 0.9 x 1.8 m) for an adult |
| Basking temp | 100-110°F (38-43°C) | 95-105°F (35-40°C) |
| Humidity | 40-60% | 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 | Insects (crickets, roaches, mealworms) dusted with calcium daily and multivitamin weekly; offer occasional pinky mice and chopped leafy greens/vegetables. | 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. |