TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Chapter One: Biological Information 2
  • Taxonomy, Origin and Distribution 3
  • Size, Life Span, and Physical Appearance 4
  • Sub – Species of Iguanas 5
  • Quick Facts 8
  • Chapter Two: Iguanas as Pets 10
  • Behavioral Characteristics and Interaction 11
  • Iguanas to other Pets 12
  • Keeping an Iguana 13
  • Pros and Cons of Iguana 15
  • Do You Need a License or Permit? 16
  • Cost of Owning an Iguana 17
  • Chapter Three: How to Acquire Iguanas 24
  • Where to Purchase an Iguana 25
  • How to Spot a Reputable Iguana Breeder 28
  • Characteristics of a Healthy Breed 30
  • List of Breeders and Rescue Websites 31
  • Snakes at Sunset 32
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  • Chapter Four: Habitat Needs of Your Iguanas 35
  • Cage Considerations for Iguanas 36
  • Temperature and Lighting 39
  • Types of Lighting/Heating Equipment 39
  • Humidity 40
  • Chapter Five: The Right Diet for Your Iguana 43
  • The Right Herbivore Diet 44
  • Recommended Vegetable and Fruit Diet 45
  • Toxic Foods 46
  • Preparing Your Iguana Food 47
  • Food Serving Tips 49
  • Frequency and Amount of Feeding 50
  • Hand – feeding Your Iguana 51
  • Chapter Six: Body Language of Iguanas 53
  • Indications of Body Languages 54
  • Chapter Seven: Grooming and Maintenance Guidelines 61
  • Common Questions for Maintenance and Grooming of Iguanas 62
  • Importance of Shedding 66
  • Chapter Eight: Sexing Your Iguanas 68
  • Male vs. Female Iguanas – Sexual Dimorphism 69
  • Identifying the Sex 69
  • ‘Tis the Season for Breeding! 71
  • Breeding Process 75
  • Incubation and Hatching Quick Facts 77
  • Chapter Nine: Health Issues of Iguanas 78
  • Common Minor Illness 79
  • Parasite Infestations 79
  • Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) 81
  • Gout 83
  • Goiter 85
  • Treatment for Injuries 87
  • Chapter Ten: Care Sheet and Summary 90
  • Glossary of Iguana Terms 111
  • Index 120
  • Photo Credits 125
  • References 127

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