Buyer question
How long do Ornate uromastyx live?
Our Animal Library gives the Ornate uromastyx a lifespan of 15–25 years.
Source: the Ornate uromastyx page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Ornate uromastyx in the Animal Library
The detail
The ornate uromastyx is a desert lizard from the Sinai and Arabian Peninsula, with males showing bright blue, green and orange. Like all uromastyx it is a plant eater that needs a very hot basking spot and strong UVB to stay healthy.
- Origin
- Sinai and the Arabian Peninsula
- Best fit
- Keepers who want a calm desert lizard
What to weigh
The basking spot must be far hotter than most lizards need, and too little heat or UVB leads to poor digestion and bone problems. Many are imports, so sourcing takes care.