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What can iguanas eat?

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Some iguanas may not like eating acidic foods and it may be likely that the iguana can not properly break down the acid in the food, not a natural food choice. Occasionally is fine, only if the iguana doesn't have any negative reactions to it. read more

High in oxalates. Should be crushed or chopped. Adult iguanas can eat whole grapes. Good source for additional water content. Ca:P 0.8:1, Pro: 0.7%, Fat: 0.6%, Water: 81%, Fiber: 1% OCCASIONAL AND/OR TREAT; Green beans: Also known as snap beans. Good choice for staple vegetable. Should be finely chopped or shredded. read more

Iguanas are mainly herbivorous, meaning they mostly eat plants. Specifically, they are folivores (an animal that feeds on leaves). In the wild, they feed almost entirely on the leaves of trees and vines, plus some fruits or flowers that are not readily available to pet owners. read more

Iguana's are Herbivores. They eat dark, leafy green vegetables, such as, collard greens, mustard greens, parsley, dandelion greens, escarole, spinach, and kale. Iceberg lettuce should be avoided as it offers no nutritional value and iguanas can become hooked on it, refusing to eat other foods. read more

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Care and Feeding of Iguanas
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Iguana Food information Chart
greenigsociety.org

VCA Animal Hospital
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