Care level: Intermediate
Temperament: may be handleable, although generally do not enjoy it
Minimum Enclosure Size: 8’×4’×2’ (2.4m×1.2m×60cm)
Basking Spot Temp (surface): 95°F (35°C)
Cold Side Temp: 75-85°F (24-29°C)
Nighttime/minimum temp: 70-75°F (21- 23°C)
UVB: UVI 2.9-7.4/Ferguson zone 3 (e.g. Arcadia T5HO 6% at 8-13”(20-33cm) away with no mesh or 6-10”(15-25cm) away with typical mesh)
Humidity: 40-75%
Diet: Herbivorous; high fiber, mainly grasses and greens
Size: generally up to 10” (25cm)
(care guide written with contributions by mandi#6740)
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