Eastern casque head iguana

Eastern casque head iguana 

(laemanctus longipes) 

Origin Central America

Life span Around 10 years

Ease of care Intermediate

Max size 20-28"

Behaviour Nocturnal

Diet Insectivore, feeding  on locusts, crickets and worms

Day temperature should range between 25-35C  during the day.

Night temperature between 20-23C during the night.

Lighting 3-4 UVI. Good quality UVB lighting should be provided, the strength of the UVB will depend on the height of the enclosure

Humidity 70-90% Day, up to 100% overnight

Housing minimum of 90x45x90cm

Handling Advanced, handling is possible.

Russell McRae