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Plumed Basilisk
Care Sheet |
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| Description: |
The Plumed Basilisk is known for being
an excellent swimmer and they have the ability to
stay underwater for long periods of time without
needing to come to the surface for air. |
| Scientific
Name: |
Basiliscus plumifrons |
| Lifespan: |
7 to 10 years |
| Average Size: |
2 feet |
| Origin: |
Latin America |
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Feeding |
Even though the Plumed Basilisk is an omnivore its
favourite foods are crickets, mealworms and waxworms.
It will still need a variety of plants as well to stay
healthy which should include items such as dandelions
and turnip. Some Basilisks will also eat fruit such
as bananas and mangos.
Plumed Basilisk will drink water from a dish and will
also soak themselves in it, so be sure the dish is big
enough to fit most of their body. Since they do soak
in their drinking dish it will need to be cleaned daily. |
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Habitat |
| Humidity: |
Plumed Basilisk require a higher humidity level
than most lizards. The humidity level should be
between 75% and 80%. Misting the enclosure on a
daily basis will help to raise the humidity to this
level. |
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| Lighting: |
The Plumed Basilisk will need artificial UVB rays
to stay healthy. This light should be provided in
12 hour cycles. |
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| Physical Design: |
The Plumed Basilisk prefers a habitat that has
a lot of cover for it because this is where it lives
in the wild. They also climb and live in the trees
so they will need an enclosure with plenty of climbing
material. |
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| Temperature: |
A basking area will be needed that should be between
90 and 95 degrees F. The cooler end of the habitat
should stay around 80 degrees F. |
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