Bearded Dragon vs Blue Tongue Skink

Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.

Bearded DragonBlue Tongue Skink
DifficultyBeginnerBeginner
Adult size18-24 inches18-24 inches
Lifespan10-15 years15-20 years
Min enclosure40 gallon (36x18x18 inches)40 gallon / 48x18x18 inches (4x2x2 ft recommended)
Basking temp95-105°F95-105°F
Humidity30-40%40-60% (higher for Indonesian species)
UVBYes - T5 HO 10.0 or 12% UVB (Ferguson zone 3-4)Yes - T5 HO 5.0 or 6% UVB (Ferguson zone 2-3)
DietJuveniles: daily insects (crickets, roaches) and greens; Adults: 80% vegetables (collard, mustard greens, squash) and 20% insects every other day.Omnivorous: insects (crickets, roaches, worms), dark leafy greens, vegetables, and occasional fruit or snail. Juveniles daily, adults every other day.