Ctenosaura Bakeri

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Creating a suitable habitat for the Ctenosaura bakeri (Utila Spiny-tailed Iguana) in captivity requires careful consideration of their unique needs. Here’s a detailed guide:

  • Minimum size: 36″L x 18″W x 36″H for smaller species like C. bakeri1
  • Larger is always better, as these are active lizards7
  • Arboreal setup with ample climbing opportunities7

  • Basking spot: 95-98°F (35-37°C)1
  • Ambient daytime temperature: 30-35°C (86-95°F)5
  • Nighttime temperature: 24-28°C (75-82°F)5
  • UVB lighting: Essential, provide 12-14 hours daily1
  • Bright lighting with basking spots reaching around 45°C (113°F)5

  • Maintain high humidity, especially during simulated wet season5
  • Spray enclosure heavily at least once per day during wet season5
  • Provide a water bowl for soaking1

  • Substrate: At least 6″ deep, suitable for burrowing1
  • Options: ReptiSand, desert sand, play sand, or sandy soil1
  • Décor:
    • Thick branches in various positions5
    • Hollow cork bark tied to branches for hiding5
    • Rocks and other climbing structures7
    • Artificial plants for smaller enclosures4

  • Provide a nesting box filled with humid sand or sandy soil5
  • Heat the nesting area to around 28-30°C (82-86°F)5

  • Primarily herbivorous: Offer a variety of leafy greens, vegetables, and fruits1
  • Occasional protein: Insects like crickets, dubia roaches, or silkworms1
  • In the wild, they also eat mangrove plant matter, crabs, and small animals3

  • C. bakeri is unique among spiny-tailed iguanas, preferring mangrove swamp habitats4
  • Provide multiple basking spots and hiding places, especially if housing more than one iguana4
  • Ensure proper ventilation in the enclosure4

Remember, C. bakeri is a critically endangered species, and keeping them in captivity may be illegal and unethical. It’s crucial to support conservation efforts for this unique species rather than attempting to keep them as pets3.

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