Frilled Dragon vs Uromastyx
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Frilled Dragon | Uromastyx | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Adult size | 2-3 feet total length (including tail) | 10-18 inches (some species up to 30 inches) |
| Lifespan | 10-15 years | 15-20 years |
| Min enclosure | 4x2x4 feet (120x60x120 cm) for adult | 40 gallon / 36x18x18 inches |
| Basking temp | 100-110°F (38-43°C) | 120-130°F |
| Humidity | 40-60% | 10-30% |
| UVB | Yes - T5 HO 10.0 (or 12% UVB) / Ferguson zone 3-4 | Yes - T5 HO 10.0 or 12% (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: 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. |