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pale mali uromastyx

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Question

spike's color
We've had our Mali Uromastyx for almost two years now. Today I noticed her color is really pale. She ate this morning and acts normal but her color is different from any she's ever been before.

Answer
Hello Alecia,

Has your Mali ever shed in the 2 years you have had her?  That appears to be her shedding.
Are you using UVB lighting for her?  If so, what type & brand are yo using, is it a flourescent tube bulb or a compact or coil light?  What type of basking light do you use, a bright white light or a colored light?
What are your temps currently in the tank, & what type of thermometer do you use to measure them with?


Tracie