Buyer question
How long does an Ackie monitor monitor lizard live?
Our Animal Library gives the Ackie monitor monitor lizard a lifespan of 15–20 years.
Source: the Ackie monitor monitor lizard page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Ackie monitor monitor lizard in the Animal Library
The detail
The ackie, or spiny-tailed monitor, is a small Australian monitor sold in red and yellow forms. Australia does not export its wildlife, so ackies in the trade are captive-bred, and they are the most manageable size of monitor.
- Origin
- Australia
- Best fit
- First monitor, active-lizard fans
What to weigh
Small, but not a small-tank lizard: ackies need deep substrate to dig and a very hot basking spot. They are active and curious, which suits watchers more than lap pets.