Savannah Monitor vs Uromastyx
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Savannah Monitor | Uromastyx | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Advanced | Intermediate |
| Adult size | 3-4 feet | 10-18 inches (some species up to 30 inches) |
| Lifespan | 10-15 years | 15-20 years |
| Min enclosure | 6x3x3 ft (180x90x90 cm) for adult | 40 gallon / 36x18x18 inches |
| Basking temp | 120-140°F | 120-130°F |
| Humidity | 40-60% | 10-30% |
| UVB | Yes - T5 HO 10.0/12% UVB, Ferguson zone 4 | Yes - T5 HO 10.0 or 12% (Ferguson zone 3-4) |
| Diet | Insects (crickets, roaches, earthworms, superworms) and occasional pinky mice; juveniles daily, adults every 2-3 days. | 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. |