Females may become dominant over smaller animals and bully the animal to a weakened state. Enclosure should provide the animal with a selection of hiding spaces. Proper cage size for 2 babies a 10 gallon aquarium or equivalent. Minimum caging for an adult pair a 20L aquarium or equivalent. A variety of insects and occasionally newborn rodents.
Vitamin supplements are essential.
Adults may reach lengths exceeding 8 inches and may live over 15 years. Easy, but keeper must focus on the animal's basic needs and provide the proper diet. Males also have hemipenile bulges on the underside base of the tail. Males tend to have a larger head and appear more stought. Bred frequently in captivity.