HAITIAN CURLYTAILED LIZARD

Leiocephalus screibersi

 

These hardy attractive lizards are native to Haiti.  They are found in the hot rocky steppes and the dry open forests.

 

Maximum size: 9”

 

Lighting: Full spectrum fluorescent UV bulbs and a basking light are required.

 

Temperature range: Day 78°-95°F Night 68°-75°F Basking to 100°F

 

Food: Crickets and mealworms coated in calcium and vitamin powder.

 

Water: A bowl of clean water should always be available. Mist daily to provide water droplets.

 

Housing/Habitat: An aquarium equipped with an under tank heating pad at one end.  Use calci-sand or desert blend substrate. Landscape with rocks and branches to provide a basking area and plenty of hiding places. Misting the terrarium substrate under some of the hiding places will help provide the humidity required.