Uromastyx Care Guide
Uromastyx are underrated desert lizards that eat seeds and vegetables, need no water dish, and require the hottest basking temperatures of any commonly kept reptile — 120-130°F. Get the heat right and these animals are incredibly rewarding.
Quick Care Facts
- Diet: Dry seed mix (millet, lentils, chia) plus dark leafy greens — no insects
- Lifespan: 15-20 years
- Basking: 120-130°F at the surface — verify with infrared temp gun
- No permanent water dish needed — they get moisture from food
- Cool side hide is as important as the basking setup
