Armadillo Lizard Size: Adult length up to 10" Temperature/Humidity: Ideal daytime temperature for these lizards should range between 70º and 85º. Additionally, a basking lamp should be used to maintain a local temperature of 95 to 105º. Night time temperature should remain between 65º and 75º. The humidity for these lizards should be kept at or near 45%. Lighting: All diurnal (mainly active during the day) lizards require 8-10 hours of ultraviolet lighting to maintain good health. The use of a timer will assist in maintaining an accurate schedule of light periods.

Feeding/Watering: Armadillo lizards are insectivorous (eat mainly insects). Insects should be dusted with a vitamin/calcium powder. Suggested insects are: crickets, mealworms, superworms, and waxworms. A shallow water bowl is necessary to keep these lizards in optimum health. Water should be changed daily.

Habitat/Housing: Individuals can be maintained in a 20 gallon aquarium. A screen lid is essential for proper air exchange. Armadillo lizards are best kept singularly. However, for multiple pets, increase habitat size accordingly to ensure each lizard has plenty of space to move about and not interfere with tankmates. An undertank heater should be placed on the same end of the tank as the basking lamp. Multiple climbing branches are necessary as well as a shelter for hiding, especially if multiple pets are in the same enclosure. Misting the habitat occasionally will help maintain proper humidity levels and allow for these lizards to intake water in a manner to which they are accustom. Substrate

(Bedding): 2" to 3" inches of Repti-Bark and Bed-Beast is recommended for armadillo lizard terrariums. Cork bark can be added as low hiding areas. General info: Armadillo lizards typically tame very easily. For this reason, they are often recommended as ideal childrens' pets. These unique "armored" reptiles are also livebearers and readily breed in captivity.