Buyer question
How long do Moroccan uromastyx live?
Our Animal Library gives the Moroccan uromastyx a lifespan of 15–25 years.
Source: the Moroccan uromastyx page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Moroccan uromastyx in the Animal Library
The detail
The Moroccan uromastyx is a North African spiny-tailed lizard with variable colour, from yellow and green to orange. It is less often captive-bred than the Mali or ornate, so check sourcing carefully before you buy one.
- Origin
- Morocco and Algeria
- Best fit
- Keepers with uromastyx experience
What to weigh
Captive-bred animals are harder to find, and imports bring parasite and stress risk. Heat and UVB needs are as intense as any uromastyx.