Green Iguana vs Savannah Monitor
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Green Iguana | Savannah Monitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Advanced | Advanced |
| Adult size | 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 m) | 3-4 feet |
| Lifespan | 15-20 years | 10-15 years |
| Min enclosure | 6 ft x 3 ft x 6 ft (1.8 x 0.9 x 1.8 m) for an adult | 6x3x3 ft (180x90x90 cm) for adult |
| Basking temp | 95-105°F (35-40°C) | 120-140°F |
| Humidity | 60-80% | 40-60% |
| UVB | Yes - T5 HO 10.0 to 12% UVB, Ferguson zone 3-4 | Yes - T5 HO 10.0/12% UVB, Ferguson zone 4 |
| Diet | 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. | Insects (crickets, roaches, earthworms, superworms) and occasional pinky mice; juveniles daily, adults every 2-3 days. |