Argentine Black and White Tegu vs Blue Tongue Skink
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Argentine Black and White Tegu | Blue Tongue Skink | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Advanced | Beginner |
| Adult size | 3-4 feet (up to 4.5 ft) | 18-24 inches |
| Lifespan | 15-20 years | 15-20 years |
| Min enclosure | 8x4x4 ft (custom built recommended; juveniles 75-120 gallons) | 40 gallon / 48x18x18 inches (4x2x2 ft recommended) |
| Basking temp | 100-110°F | 95-105°F |
| Humidity | 70-80% | 40-60% (higher for Indonesian species) |
| UVB | Yes - T5 HO 10.0/12% UVB (Ferguson zone 4) | Yes - T5 HO 5.0 or 6% UVB (Ferguson zone 2-3) |
| Diet | Omnivorous: insects (crickets, roaches, superworms), pinky/fuzzy mice (once a week for adults), fruits (berries, mango), vegetables (squash, leafy greens). Juveniles daily, adults 3-4 times per week. | Omnivorous: insects (crickets, roaches, worms), dark leafy greens, vegetables, and occasional fruit or snail. Juveniles daily, adults every other day. |