Caring for Iguanas: what you should know in 5 easy videos

December 15, 5:19 AMDC Pet Care ExaminerErin Paquette

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Going with our theme of exotic pets (you can read our article about tarantulas by clicking here) we decided that a good pet to feature this week would be Iguanas.

Diet and Food for Iguanas

This video discusses what foods Iguanas should and should not eat. It turns out that Iguanas can actually die if given the wrong foods, so definitely pay attention if you are planning on buying an Iguana or already have an Iguana as a pet.

Iguana Housing, Part I

While most people don’t have the resources to build a cage like the one featured in this video, pay close attention to some of the basic features and be sure to include them in your Iguana’s cage for optimal health and comfort.

Iguana Housing, Part II

This video is a must watch for anyone who is planning to have Iguana as a pet. While Part I of the Iguana Housing video showed all of the housing elements put together, this video discusses the importance behind those elements.

Heating and Lighting for Iguanas

Since Iguanas are cold-blooded, proper heating and lighting is one of the most important parts of Iguana care. This video is especially helpful at giving you practical tips for making sure that the heat and light in your Iguana’s cage matches the sun. The video also discusses some important heating products to avoid as they can be harmful to your Iguana.

Heating and Humidity for Iguanas

Iguanas have very specific needs in regards to the humidity of their environment. Watch this video to get a better idea of how you can promote the optimal amount of humidity for your Iguana’s environment.

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