Species Care
SAND MONITOR
Varanus gouldii
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Max Growth Size: 1.2 metres
- Temperament: Can stress out quite easily, handle only when necessary.
- Licensing: Private Wildlife (Basic) Licence
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Habitat:
- Heating:47 - 50 degrees C
- Lighting:UVA / UVB (Exo Terra 10.0 globes recommended)
- Environment:Reptile sand, rocks and hiding places.
Range: Australia wide
Feeding: Cockroaches, mealworms, pinkies - feed every 3-5 days.
Additional Comments: The Aboriginal word for the sand monitor is 'bungarra'.
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