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Flat Rock Lizard General Info: Length up to 10". These active little
lizards make great pets for children due to their manageable size and
interesting scale pattern.
Temperature/Humidity: Ideal daytime temperature for flat rock lizards
should range between 70 and 85 degrees. Additionally, a basking lamp should
be used on one end of the enclosure to maintain a local temperature of
95-105 degrees. Nighttime temperature should remain between 65 and 75
degrees. The humidity for these lizards should be kept at or near 35 percent.
Lighting: All diurnal lizards (mainly active during the day) require ultraviolet
lighting to maintain good health. Ultraviolet lighting is recommended
for 12 hours per day. The use of a timer will assist in maintaining an
accurate schedule of light periods.
Feeding/Watering: Flat rock lizards do well on a diet consisting of
a variety of vitamin/calcium dusted insects such as crickets, mealworms
and waxworms. Misting the enclosure regularly should allow for enough
water intake. Adult lizards should be fed 3-4 times per week; some juveniles
can be fed twice daily during their growing period.
Habitat/Housing: Successful permanent maintenance requires a 15-30
gallon terrarium. A screen lid is essential for proper air exchange. The
enclosure must include a high basking area, hiding space (preferably made
of rocks), and a "cool" area to allow for thermoregulation. Unless breeding
is desired, these lizards are best kept singularly. Substrate
(Bedding): Bed-A-Beast is an ideal substrate for flat rock lizard
terrariums.
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