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COLOMBIAN TEGU FACTS

Wild Locality

South America

Lifestyle

Terrestrial (ground-dwelling)

Diet

Small Animals, Carrion, Eggs, Fruits, Insects, Worms, & Snails (omnivore)

Habitat

Forested Areas

Adult Size

(Males) ~ 3-4 ft & 3-5kg (Females) ~ 2.5-3.5 ft & 2-3kg

Activity

Diurnal (active during the day)

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Life Expectancy

~ 15-25 years in the care of humans (less in the wild)

Threats

Habitat Loss, Hunting, & Importation

FUN FACTS

Male & female Colombian Black & White Tegus are dimorphic, meaning they look different from each other. Not only are mature males much larger (up to twice as large as mature females) but they also have huge round cheeks! These cheeks serve a few purposes including attracting females, & protection of the neck area when battling other males for breeding rights or territorial disputes.

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