Blue-Tongued Skink

Why would you consider buying a Blue- Tongued Skink?

• They are a great beginner pet

• Blue- Tongued Skinks do well with children

• They tolerate handling

 

How much does it cost on a minimum?

• Pet: $150 - $5,000

• Tank: $57 - $500

• Food: $3 - $30

• Lamp: $10 - $40

 

Minimum space requirements

55 gallon

 

What does it like to eat?

Berries, apples, figs, crickets, and mealworms. Almost half of their diet should consist of protein

 

How much does it cost on a regular basis?

$20 - $40

 

Is it a lot of work to maintain this pet?

Yes, adult blue-tongued skinks should be fed every two to three days. Young blue-tongues do best when fed every other day. Feed them as much as they will eat in one sitting. After your skink has stopped eating, uneaten food should be removed immediately. Spot clean the tank every day.

 

Does it get stinky

Yes, remove left over food and spot clean everyday.

 

Needs in tank

• UVB

• Food bowl

• Water bowl

• Hide out

• Loose substrate

 

Fun things to know

• They like to be scratched on the neck and the back

• In the wild Blue- Tongued Skinks show their tongue to scare off predators.

• There are different types of Blue- Tongued Skinks

 

Useful tips

• The ideal temperature for a Blue- Tongued Skink is 75-80 degrees fahrenheit

• They need a basking area for the day which should be around 90-95 degrees fahrenheit during the day. Temperatures should not fall below 70 degrees fahrenheit during night 

• Cypress mulch is the most recommended for a Blue- Tongued Skink