How big do Ackies monitors get?
28 inches
Ackies Monitors grow to reach an average length of 24 – 28 inches with males usually being the large. Ackies Monitors like most monitors can live a long time with average life spans of 15 to 20 years if properly housed and maintained.
Are Ackies good pets?
Ackies monitors are definitely one of our favorite lizards, and many other owners agree. They have a unique look and mellow temperament which makes them a great pet for just about anyone.
How often do Ackies eat?
Baby and juvenile Ackie Monitors should be fed a variety of insects, such as crickets, small roaches, and mealworms daily. Most owners will encourage you to let them eat as many feeders as they like within a 10 minute window. If your Ackie Monitor is still growing, dust their feeders with calcium 4-5 times per week.
Do Bosc monitors make good pets?
Bosc monitors are a great starter Monitor Lizard, if given the regular attention it needs it can become a very tame lizard.
Is the Ackies monitor a good pet for You?
Ackies Monitor Care: Size, Enclosure, Lifespan, Diet… Ackies monitors are definitely one of our favorite lizards, and many other owners agree. They have a unique look and mellow temperament which makes them a great pet for just about anyone.
How big does an Ackie monitor lizard get?
They’re enjoyed the world over by reptile enthusiasts. If you want a unique reptile with some quirky behaviors, the Ackie monitor may be for you. The average Ackie monitor size is about 24 to 28 inches long when fully grown. This makes them a medium-sized lizard, and is a far cry from the massive size of the Komodo!
Which is bigger a yellow Ackie or a red Ackie?
The Red Ackie Monitor generally grows larger than the Yellow Ackie. They tail of this monitor is also proportionally longer. While they are a medium sized lizard, they are considered ‘Dwarf’ Monitors, as they are much smaller than many other species of Monitor lizards such as the Asian Water Monitor.
What should the temperature be for an Ackies monitor?
Since Ackies Monitors come from Australia they should be provided with a basking zone of around 120 degrees with the cooler side getting no lower than 65 degrees and no warmer than 80 degrees. This is critical since all reptiles are cold blooded and need to regulate their body temperatures by the temperatures of their environment.