Green Anole vs Uromastyx
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Green Anole | Uromastyx | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| Adult size | 5-8 inches | 10-18 inches (some species up to 30 inches) |
| Lifespan | 4-8 years | 15-20 years |
| Min enclosure | 20 gallon long / 30x12x12 in | 40 gallon / 36x18x18 inches |
| Basking temp | 85-90F | 120-130°F |
| Humidity | 60-70% | 10-30% |
| UVB | Yes - T5 HO 5.0 / Ferguson zone 2 | Yes - T5 HO 10.0 or 12% (Ferguson zone 3-4) |
| Diet | Insectivorous: small insects like crickets, fruit flies, mealworms; dust with calcium and multivitamins. Feed young 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. |