Care level: Advanced
Temperament: Defensive, can be more handleable with work but will often be territorial
Behavior: diurnal, arboreal, solitary
Minimum enclosure size: 12×6×6′ (3.5×2×2m); this will vary based on sex, adult size, etc.
Basking spot temp (surface): ~120°F (~50°C)
Cold side temp: 75-85°F (24-29.5°C)
Minimum/nighttime temp: 73-84°F (23-28°C)
UVB: UVI 2.9-7.4/Ferguson zone 3-4 (e.g. Arcadia T5HO 12% at 17-18″ (43-45cm) away with no mesh or 12-15″ (30-31cm) away with typical mesh)
Humidity: 65-80%, nighttime spikes up to 100%
Diet: Herbivore (plant matter only)
Adult size: Up to 7′ (2.2m), males larger than females
Wild Distribution: forests and other habitats through south and central America, as well as islands throughout the Caribbean
(written with contributions by mandi#6740)
Other Resources:
Reptifiles Guide – Green Iguana