Care level: Beginner-Intermediate
Temperament: Great feeding response but might be a bit shy when younger; not recommended for handling
Minimum enclosure size: 40B (36×18×18” (90×45×45cm))
Enclosure temp: 68-80°F (20-27°C); substrate should be at least 4-5” (10-13cm) high to allow for burrowing and a temperature gradient
Nighttime/minimum temp: 65°F (18°C)
UVB: UVI zone 0.5-1/Ferguson zone 1 (e.g. Arcadia Shadedweller 7% at 18+” (45+cm) with no mesh or at 12+” (30+cm) over typical mesh)
Humidity: 60-80%
Diet: Insects and other small invertebrates such as nightcrawlers (pinkies are ok as an occasional treat, but never more than once a month)
Adult size: Females – 3.5-4” (9-10cm); males 2.5-3” (6-8cm)
(guide written with contributions by TuRbLe#2023)
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