Some moist leafy lettuce should be included as a water source, because Desert Iguanas do not drink reliably from water dishes. However, a small dish of clean water should always be available. Handling and Temperament. Desert iguanas are fairly docile animals that become accustomed to gentle handling. read more
Desert iguanas have fine, granular dorsal scales and a faint serrated crest that runs from the neck onto the tail. Desert iguanas have large, oval ear holes, well formed limbs, and are equipped with femoral pores that are used for marking territory. read more
Some moist leafy lettuce should be included as a water source, because Desert Iguanas do not drink reliably from water dishes. Though they do eat termites, ants, and small beetles on occasion, insect prey represents an extremely small percentage of the natural diet, and need not concern the keeper. read more