Red Iguana Care

Iguana is a lizard which is native to the tropical areas of Central and South America and the Caribbean Islands. Described in 1768 by the Australian naturalist Josephus Nicolaus Laurenti, Iguana appears in green and red color.

 

The name 'Iguana' is the result of the Spanish form of the original 'Taino' name for the species 'Iwana'. The lizard comes in two species and exhibits a dewlap, a row of spines that runs from its back to the tail and an almost third eye on their head which is known as the parietal eye. There are small spike like tuberculate scales behind their neck that appear in a variety of colors. Iguanas possess a big round scale on the cheek region called subtympanic shield.

Red Iguana

The red iguanas are the rarest multicolored terrestrial species that are semi aquatic in nature. These are mostly found in the eastern and southern parts of Africa. Similar to the other types of iguanas, a red iguana too needs special attention and appropriate care. A pet owner is advised to take proper measures and provide correct care and attention to his pet red iguana.

How to Take Care of Red Iguana?

To take care of red iguana lizard, it is essential to have the appropriate knowledge about its characteristics and habits. Gather all the required information from authentic sources like pet and animal care books and reliable online information from official websites devoted to red iguana care. They provide guidelines on things like the proper housing for iguanas, proper heating arrangement to keep them warm, general feeding techniques and overall proper care. This information helps you to educate yourself regarding the various aspects of iguanas. You can wisely apply the knowledge accumulated to these pets that look attractive, but requires hard work.

Tips for Red Iguana Care

• Collect all the required articles that you may need to create an appropriate place of dwelling for iguanas. A pet owner must have a suitable enclosure to be used as a home for the pet. Bear in mind that the enclosure should possess sufficient space of about 30 to 35 gallons to ensure enough movement and proper growth. These come in varied sizes, shapes, quality and different colors. You can select the type as per your choice. Moreover, you can make an enclosure by using wood or glass, plantlets, tree twigs, barks and stones.

• Maintain proper cleanliness to avoid the spread of any sort of infection. For this, you can make use of disinfectants to curb the growth of harmful bacteria.

• Make sure that your pet red iguana can stay calmly and grow correctly. Provide correct food and water in ample quantity in a container. Keep it to an easily accessible distance, so that your pet does not find it difficult to reach. Bear in mind that it is an herbivore animal that feeds only on plants, green leafy vegetables and a variety of fruits. You can feed finely chopped mixed vegetables, green beans, apple, papaya, etc. to the red iguanas that are rich in proteins, vitamins and minerals. These ensure proper growth of the creatures.

• Provide care and attention to the red iguana. Groom them correctly and prevent the infections by bathing them at-least three times a day by using lukewarm water.

• Make proper arrangements for the red iguanas to hide as they require plenty of space, climbing areas and green environment for a comfortable living. You can make use of real plants to create a lush green homely surrounding for the red iguana.