Buyer question
How long do Mali uromastyx live?
Our Animal Library gives the Mali uromastyx a lifespan of 15–25+ years.
Source: the Mali uromastyx page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Mali uromastyx in the Animal Library
The detail
The Mali uromastyx is a yellow and black desert lizard from the Sahara, and one of the most widely captive-bred uromastyx. Captive-bred Malis are usually calm and handle well, which makes them a common first uromastyx.
- Origin
- Mali and Algeria
- Best fit
- First uromastyx, calm desert lizard
What to weigh
A long-lived lizard that needs a very hot basking spot and strong UVB every day. Getting heat and diet right is non-negotiable.