I`m am looking on getting a lizard. Whats the friendliest and calmest type?

Question

And is not Vemones and fit in a change.. =) gilla monster... Dragon lol

Answer 1

I have to agree with housemusic.....please PEOPLE...stop buying these pets!!!!! Research them until you know everything there is to know. these are not fashion statements, they are living creatures. I own 3 different kinds of reptiles myself, but I researches and studied each of them BEFORE I got them!!!!

Answer 2

Depending on where you live and how much care you are willing to dedicate to your lizard should definitely be a factor in your choice. Don't forget to take into account that it's tank will be taking up space in your house, so make sure you have space, time and a budget to care properly for it. (three very common oversights) (also keep in mind that lizards can live for a long time, so it's really a commitment)

Leopard Geckos and Bearded Dragons are both very good 'pet' lizards. Generally you can hold them and care for them without extreme measures. They are likely the two most commonly available 'friendly' lizards. Beardies are referred to as the lap dog of the reptile family and are very cool. They do tend to be more expensive and get a little larger though.

In your area, you may want to go into a local pet store with a good reputation and ask them questions or perhaps see if you can hold the lizards they recommend and see which you like better. Every area is different and what may be available and do well in my area, may not be best for yours. (it's wise to get animals that survive well in your climate without extreme measures of accommodation-- especially if you end up with an animal that needs low humidity and you have high humidity because it's much easier to add humidity than take it away)

Answer 3

I have always reccommended leapord geckos as a first reptile. They don't get very big ( about 8 inches from nose to tail), they are usually fairly calm and tolerate handling well. Their requirements are minimal. They eat insects( crickets) which should be dusted with a vitamin/mineral supplement. They don't need high priced lighting. They DO need to be misted with water everyday, for if their humidity gets too low, they can have trouble shedding, and lose toes, etc.
Bearded dragons are really cool! Had one up until I moved, but they do require more...more lighting, they get A LOT bigger, they eat crickets when they are young, but the older they get, the more fresh fruits and veges they need, so you need to think about if you want to have to keep a good supply of fresh, APPROPRIATE food on hand.
I do NOT reccomend water dragons or iguanas as first time lizards!!

Answer 4

Either a leopard gecko or a bearded dragon. But I would say gecko they don't get to be as big as a beardie 18" but average about 6" long, very docile and hardy. An excellent beginner lizard.

Answer 5

Well granted I won't give you a whole list of their diet and habbitat or recommened a t-rex, though that does sound interesting, in our zoo the friendliest lizard/reptile has actually been our bearded dragon. They are very laid back and friendly. And real easy to care for.

Answer 6

The Bearded Dragon makes an excellent first pet

Answer 7

a bearded dragon is the best in the world-for me but i dont know about you. Geckos well...people told me that i should get a gecko when i was choosing my first pet but when i read about them i learned that their tails are weak and can easily break. That makes the gecko have to grow a nother one. So the bearded dragon is the one that i recommend for you. ;)

Answer 8

Common Name:

Crested Gecko


Other Common Names:

New Caledonian Crested Gecko, Eyelash Gecko


Scientific Name:

Rhacodactylus ciliatus


Average Lifespan in Captivity:

5-10 years


Origin: New Caledonia

This is a database-generated care sheet on the Crested Gecko and is only meant to provide some very basic care information for an adult lizard. Some links to more detailed care sheets, as well as links to forums, mailing lists and private breeders, are also provided. The best ingredient for good lizard health is knowledge: find out as much as you can about your pet lizard!

Description
The Crested Gecko is a small arboreal lizard from a sub-tropical climate that can reach a total adult length of 9" (10 cm). Ease of care for this lizard is easy (compared to other lizards).

Basic Care
Diet:

The Crested Gecko is insectivorous/frugivorous, meaning he eats both insects and fruit. Feed this lizard a variety of soft-bodied insects gutloaded with nutritious foods, along with a variety of pureed fruit (such as baby foods). Insects can include crickets, silkworms, freshly molted mealworms or superworms, and small hornworms. Waxworms can also be offered, but should be reserved as a treat, because they are high in fat.

Heat and light:

This nocturnal lizard needs a heat lamp during the day to create a warm basking area and in some cases, a 24-hour light-less heat source to maintain the ambient temperature in his environment. Full-spectrum (UVA/UVB) light may also be beneficial, but usually not required. Daytime light and heat requirements can be achieved by using a spotlight in conjunction with a full-spectrum fluorescent tube (such as Reptisun 5.0 or Exo-Terra 8.0). Hot rocks are not recommended under any circumstance; they are known to fail and cause severe burns that can sometimes be fatal. A nighttime heat source usually isn't needed, except during the winter if the temperatures in your home go below the recommended nighttime temperature. If one is needed, infrared lamps or ceramic emitters can be used.

The Crested Gecko prefers a basking area of 82°F (27.8°C) with an overall ambient temperature of 78°F (25.6°C) and a cool area of 72°F (22°C). Most important to note are the basking area and the cool area; usually, when those temperatures are maintained, the overall ambient temperature will usually also be within the proper range. Nighttime temperature should not go below 69°F (20.6°C). Your lizard can die if he gets too hot or too cold!

Environment:

The Crested Gecko needs an enclosure that is at least 12" (30 cm) long x 12" (30 cm) wide x 18" (45 cm) high. Because of his arboreal nature, he needs an enclosure with plenty of height, equipped with vines, shelves and/or branches. His enclosure will also need at least two thermometers, one to monitor the basking area and one to monitor the cool end of the enclosure. A hygrometer is also recommended to measure the ambient humidity level. The recommended humidity level for this lizard is 60-80%.

When setting up your Crested Gecko's environment for the first time, you will need to take several temperature readings in several areas of the enclosure and make any adjustments to heat sources if necessary. For this reason, all heat sources should be placed on a rheostat or lamp dimmer, at the very least. Ideally, a thermostat should be used to acurately maintain proper temperatures. Once the heat sources are set up properly, you need to install a thermometer both in the coolest area and the warmest (or basking) area so that you can monitor any temperature fluctuations.

All lizards need a day and night cycle. For this reason, your Crested Gecko's light sources should be plugged into a timer. A simple, inexpensive appliance timer will do here. Set the timer to come on in the morning and off in the evening, so that your Crested Gecko has 8-12 hours of daylight; ideally, you should set the day lengths longer during the summer and shorter during the winter.

Behavior:

These hardy lizards are quickly gaining in popularity. Most individuals will tolerate gentle handling well and do not bite. They will even lick baby food right off your fingertips. They do drop their tails easily when startled, however, and they do tend to jump, which is definitely something to be aware of when handling them in public!

Answer 9

First, their are only two poisionous types in the world! Both require permits to own.
Second, whats your experience? None I guess
Get a leapord gecko or mali uromystyx
both tame, easy, and low maintenance .
Third, buy a book or research it at the library and prepare yourself before you buy one.
Enjoy!

Answer 10

a Bearded Dragon is a great pet. Easy to care for and easy going.