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Nelson
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 Posted: Wed Jan 24, 2007 8:31 pm Post subject: Argintine B+W Tegu |
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Ive decided to (at last) take the plunge and get a B+W Tegu, something Ive always wanted but the O/H always put the brakes on in the past. Well after years of pester power (  ) she's finally relented and given the green light.
I may well be in dream land on this one, but I really want a CB animal it also needs to be a baby, as the shock of bringing home anything other would almost certainly mean I become a single man . I don't mind paying a premium or waiting (if anyone has any leads) for the right animal.
If anyone knows (or later hears), please think of me.
On a side note, what are the minimum height requirements for an adult, as I have a cunning plan for a viv.
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Stuart
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Great lizards and as for height of the enclosure I would say width and length are more important as they aren't really climbers.
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_dave_
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my tegu use to burrow a lot in the substrate and hide, i had him in a 6x3x3 viv and he loved it..
tegus are brilliant reptiles, just a bit territorial!
if your going to get a baby.. 6x3x3 will be too big, but if you build the enclosure you can section it off so that the animal is in say 3x3x3 to start with, then gradually get bigger.. i read on "thetegu" forums they can get scared of too much open space as babies
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Nelson
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| Posted: Thu Jan 25, 2007 12:49 am Post subject: |
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| Stuart wrote: | | Great lizards and as for height of the enclosure I would say width and length are more important as they aren't really climbers. |
Im aiming for a 21-24sq ft enclosure. From what Ive read this should be adiquate of one. Its just The height due to what I want to do is only going to be maximum 15", is this going to be suitable?
| _dave_ wrote: | my tegu use to burrow a lot in the substrate and hide, i had him in a 6x3x3 viv and he loved it..
tegus are brilliant reptiles, just a bit territorial!
if your going to get a baby.. 6x3x3 will be too big, but if you build the enclosure you can section it off so that the animal is in say 3x3x3 to start with, then gradually get bigger.. i read on "thetegu" forums they can get scared of too much open space as babies
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Having owned herps for many years Im fully aware of the "fear" of young animals and open spaces but thanks for pointing it out. Its always better to be safe rather than sorry, after all you don't know me or my history regarding reptile care.
With that in mind I already have several spare Vivs. Years of animal ownership will do that to you, as many of you will know
Thankyou both.
So am I in dream land wanting a CB? As Ive yet to see one for sale publicly, but since getting the internet Ive realised alot of private breeders seem to tend to keep the sale of their offspring amongst themselves. Answers on a post card |
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Stuart
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| Quote: | Its just The height due to what I want to do is only going to be maximum 15", is this going to be suitable?
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What are you planning on doing then?..
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mark_w
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| Posted: Thu Jan 25, 2007 11:21 am Post subject: |
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| Quote: | | So am I in dream land wanting a CB? |
The export of black and white tegus from Argentina has been banned for quite some time. Virtually all those available are captive bred. Just make sure that you get an Argentine tegu, and not a Columbian.
| Quote: | | Its just The height due to what I want to do is only going to be maximum 15", is this going to be suitable? |
In my view no, for various reasons. Apart from anything else, your tegu will barely be able to stand up!! They don't climb all that much, so a couple of feet high is ok, but if you go for taller and give them a pile of rocks or logs, they will clamber all over. Also, I don't know how you would managed temperatures.
Don't be put off though; they are amazing animals....
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lophius
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| Posted: Thu Jan 25, 2007 12:39 pm Post subject: |
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Fantastic animals.
No a lot to add other than the fact that you should make the enclosure at least 2ft in height - this will be especially important if you get a male animal - the way in which they swallow food items entails head up in the air and thrust - type swallowing ... any lower and your animal will struggle - also heating will be an issue with a lower viv.
I keep mine in 8x3x3 which seems a good size, plenty of space for climbing digging etc.
But I also get mine out of the viv to exercise regularly and give them a good hour of mooching time.
There have not been too many hatchlings around this year as hurricanes caused problems in the states where most are produced - just keep your eyes open - I do know where there is a very nice pair of animals about 30" going for a good price.
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Nelson
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| Posted: Thu Jan 25, 2007 8:13 pm Post subject: |
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| Stuart wrote: |
What are you planning on doing then?.. |
Due to not being allowed any more Vivs and needing a new sofa (guess where Im going with this), Im going to build a "SofaViv".
The idea is to have the seating section at 72x24x15" and the back at 72x12x30" all connected (in an open plan arrangment). There is also the possibility of arm rests that may add more height/width. Im planning on using the seat backs for heat sources and some electric fans for circulation of air at the front. Im also going for a cat flap type arrangment (lockable) so he/she can come and go as it pleases when Im home. Id also need access panels, secured at various points.
With me so far guys? (I doubt Ive explained it well)
When the above is actually needed, I'll also be using a "feeding station" (already built) which is located under my Piranha tank.
On top of all that, he/she will be allowed full access to the whole lounge when Im not at work.
That sound OK?
| mark_w wrote: | | The export of black and white tegus from Argentina has been banned for quite some time. Virtually all those available are captive bred. Just make sure that you get an Argentine tegu, and not a Columbian. |
Exellent news! And don't worry, I'll be making damn sure I get the right one 
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mark_w
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| Quote: | The idea is to have the seating section at 72x24x15" and the back at 72x12x30" all connected (in an open plan arrangment). There is also the possibility of arm rests that may add more height/width. Im planning on using the seat backs for heat sources and some electric fans for circulation of air at the front. Im also going for a cat flap type arrangment (lockable) so he/she can come and go as it pleases when Im home. Id also need access panels, secured at various points.
With me so far guys? (I doubt Ive explained it well)
When the above is actually needed, I'll also be using a "feeding station" (already built) which is located under my Piranha tank.
On top of all that, he/she will be allowed full access to the whole lounge when Im not at work.
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Wow!
I don't wish to be too negative, but to be honest, I can't visualise how this would work. My tegu viv is 10' x 4' x 4', and I don't see an adult tegu being able to use a 15" high space. Also, you may find that the 'free roam when I'm out' approach doesn't work. If I leave my tegu alone for ten minutes, he sh*ts on the carpet (not nice), tips over plant pots, climbs up the curtains etc etc. Plus, he scares the bejesus out of my missus 
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lophius
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Sounds interesting - I can't really picture it though (?)
Here's what tegu's get up to when out and about !! |
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