The basic structure Like all reptiles, a lizard needs a large enough space so it can have room to move around. You need to make sure there are different temperature levels in its home. A good rule of thumb is to reserve about one-third of the space for moving around, eating, and defecating. Your lizard will likely establish certain spots for each of these needs. If your lizard is still a baby you want to be sure to plan ahead.
Lizards grow quickly.
When determining exactly how big your lizard's enclosure needs to be, you first need to measure your adult reptile from the tip of its nose to the end of its tail. What to include inside the enclosure The overall goal is to make the living arrangements as close to natural as possible. While the basic needs of all reptiles are quite similar, they do have some basic differences. The main area should be a basking area. This allows the lizard a place it can lie in a warm temperature to help with digestion and sunning.