Iguanas are very popular beginner Lizards because of their beautiful appearance and herbivore diet. They can live for more than 20 years, and are very expensive, reaching US$550-$2000. Gidgee Skinks make a good pet Lizard for beginners who want a group of unique-looking reptiles who are active in their tank. They are relatively fast-moving in and outside of their tank, so they don’t always do well with handling. They are omnivores and eat a variety of insects and vegetables. They require much higher temperatures than is usually required for other lizards, with a basking area of up to 120℉! These Australian natives are between 7-10 inches in size and need a tank size of around 40 gallons. Gidgee Skinks are unique because they are often found in groups rather than living alone. They live up to 10 years and are a bit expensive with prices reaching US$350-$900. They make a great beginner lizard for someone willing to house and care for them from a distance, enjoying their beautiful rainbow appearance. They mostly eat a carnivorous diet, eating invertebrates found in marshy areas, including insects, snails, crawfish, and clams.Ĭaiman Lizards are smart and are not naturally aggressive, but they don’t always adapt to being handled well. These reptiles also prefer it very hot in their enclosure (with high humidity too). Because they love to swim, they will also need a very big pool of water to submerge in. They are also great climbers and swimmers which makes them active in their vivarium.Ĭaiman Lizards are very big, one of the biggest on this list! They can reach 2-5 feet long and will need an enclosure that is big and strong enough to house them properly. This species has heavy scales with all the colors of the rainbow. The Caiman is great for first-time keepers looking for a unique color pattern. This species is best kept by beginners who are ready to accommodate their specific husbandry requirements and lack of human interaction. They don’t always adapt well to handling, but make an entertaining lizard for those looking to admire from afar. They require higher than normal temperatures and humidity with a large enclosure. Usually growing up to 3 feet long, they aren’t very stocky and are very light for their length. These lizards are beginner-friendly due to their size. They have an omnivorous diet, eating invertebrates and mice as well as an occasional fruit. Its natural habitat is the tropical rainforests of Central America. The Green Basilisk is famously known as the lizard that can run over water earning their nickname “Jesus Christ Lizard”. Green Basilisk This species is an excellent swimmer and is known for its big green plume. Interesting Ones That Didn’t Make Our List.
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