Species information
Green Water Dragon
Physignathus cocincinus
Common name
Green Water Dragon
Scientific name
Physignathus cocincinus
Family
Agamidae
Appearance
All green water dragons are (suprise suprise) green, some show lighter bands of colouration running from the prominent spine to the belly. Most specimens show darker bands of colouration on the tail.
Locality
Southern Asia.
Adult size
2-2.5ft.
Approx lifespan
Upto and occasionally beyond 15 years
REcomended vivarium size
3x3x2ft vivarium, height being just as important as length, if not moreso.
Basic set up type
Tropical forest with sturdy perches and climbing opportunities.
Diet
Gutloaded insects, some green water dragons will take fruit and vegetables, if they will they should make up a small percentage (10-15) of the diet. Insects should be dusted weekly (more often for growing youngsters) with calcium and a reptile multivitamin.
Further reading
N/A
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