brown and black reptile on water

Savannah Monitor

Varanus exanthematicus

📸 Photo by John Thomas on Unsplash

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📊 Quick Facts

Lifespan
12–20 years
Adult Size
3–4 ft
Temperament
Can tame with consistent care; strong claws

🏠 Habitat Setup

Enclosure Size
Very large terrestrial (≥8×4×3 ft) with deep substrate
Humidity
40–60% (provide humid hide)
UVB Lighting
High-output UVB

🌡️ Temperature

Basking Spot
50–60°C (hot basking spot) 122–32°F
Ambient (Day)
28–32°C 82–32°F
Night Time
22–24°C 72–32°F

🍽️ Diet & Nutrition

Diet Type
Insectivore (adults mostly invertebrates); avoid fatty rodents
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Care information based on research from: Species Guide