Uromastyx Care Guide

Overview and Link to Care Guide

Uromastyx (Uromastyx spp.) are a group of 10-36” lizards with round heads, bulging cheeks, round bellies, and a heavily-spiked tail of variable length. Color and pattern varies by sex and species, from tan or gray to bright blue and green.

(U. dispar maliensis), (U. geyri), and (U. ornata ornata) are the most common in the U.S. pet trade. Others are also available, but they are more likely to be wild-caught.

These lizards are native to north Africa and the Middle East. They are true heat-lovers, and can be found out basking even during the hottest part of the day. They are true terrestrial lizards, skilled at climbing rock stacks and burrowing.

Uromastyx can live for up to ~25 years with good care. Some species are more tolerant of humans than others, but once you get their husbandry right, they can make delightful pets.

Complete Care Guide here.