Now that you have a basic understanding of blue-tongued skinks and their lifestyle in the wild, we can begin discussing the best way to maintain these lizards in captivity.

When looking for UVB bulbs, try to get a tube version rather than a coil version.

Although not poisonous, it warns predators not to come closer and competitors to stay away from food. An example of enclosure variables would be my son’s Horsfield’s (or russian) Tortoise (testudo horsfieldii) has an open air tortoise tub with a mercury vapor bulb. Therefore, it needs a decent-sized habitat that will give it plenty of floor room. Their tongue’s primary purpose is as a warning signal .

The Irian Jaya blue-tongued skink is one of the most mysterious breeds of blue-tongue. But it is important to note that many keepers employ different strategies and techniques when designing a blue-tongued skink care regimen. It hasn't been scientifically classified, so its Latin name simply translates to “lizard species,” and there are some people who argue that it shouldn't be a separate breed at all. Whereas, an Eastern blue tongue may bask in the open early or in a partially sunlit area for thermoregulation purposes taking in lower levels of UVB than a Gidgee Skink or Bearded Dragon.

Size Adult skinks can grow to a size of 18 to 24 inches long.

This bulb is very important for the growth and health of your blue tongue skink. The blue-tongued skink scares its predators by showing the blue tongue Image credits: Nathan Litjens/Shutterstock Many scientists believe that the blue-tongued skink uses mimicry as a defense, which means that it mimics a few behavioral patterns and anatomical features of Death Adders (genus Acanthophis), a poisonous snake popularly found in Australia. Blue Tongue Skink Care A blue tongue is a low-slung creature, spending most of its life on the ground.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY RISKS Exhibiting the Blue-tongue Lizard (Tiliqua scincoides) falls into the low risk category (innocuous). Owning a blue tongue skink means you want the best for your reptilian pet. Blue Tongue Skink Care: Setting Up and Maintaining the Habitat.

Their blue-tongue is similar to ultraviolet-blue patches of skin on other lizard species.

The best bulb that most reptile enthusiasts may agree on is the reptisun 10.o made by zoomed. However caution should be taken at all times, and especially throughout the breeding season (October to December) when males are more aggressive. A healthy blue tongue skink that is properly cared for can live up for 10 to 20 years in captivity. You want to ensure that they are well taken care of, that they have a comfortable habitat, that they eat a healthy diet and that their health care needs are taken care of.One of the most common infections you will find in blue tongue skinks is respiratory infections.