Yemen (Bent's) uromastyx

Uromastyx · 0 live listings

The Yemen, or Bent's, uromastyx comes from southern Arabia and can show striking orange, yellow or green on the back. It is less commonly captive-bred than the Mali, so ask about sourcing and paperwork early.

At a glance

Origin
Yemen and Oman
Adult size
10–15 in
Lifespan
15–25 years
Housing
4×2×2 ft, very hot basking spot
Diet
Leafy greens, seeds and lentils, little or no insects
Best fit
Keepers with uromastyx experience
Species
Uromastyx
Category
Reptiles & exotics
Registries
Clutch identifier
Papers
5 categories
HandlingCalm once settled
Setup complexityIntense heat and UVB
Feeding easeGreens, seeds, lentils
Beginner fitGood if heat is right

Scales follow breed-club and veterinary consensus; individual animals vary. Listings show what each seller has on file.

The tradeoffs, honestly

Captive-bred animals can be hard to find. Like every uromastyx, it needs very hot basking, strong UVB and a mostly plant diet for decades.

Common questions

How do I check its health?

Ask for a hatch record showing captive breeding, or a vet exam and clear fecal for an import. Look for a thick tail base, alert eyes and firm jaws; a soft jaw can signal metabolic bone disease.

Does colour change with age?

Yes. Adult colour develops over time and brightens with heat, so a young animal may look dull.

Is it legal where I live?

Uromastyx are CITES Appendix II, so an imported animal needs CITES paperwork, and Hawaii bars most non-native reptiles. Check your state and city rules first.

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Health tests to ask for
Fecal exam clearCryptosporidium PCR negativeExotics vet exam on fileDNA parentage reportHatch or birth record on filePhoto ID on file

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