TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Chapter One: Biological Information 2
- Taxonomy, Origin and Distribution 3
- Size, Life Span, and Physical Appearance 4
- Sub – Species of Iguanas 5
- Quick Facts 8
- Chapter Two: Iguanas as Pets 10
- Behavioral Characteristics and Interaction 11
- Iguanas to other Pets 12
- Keeping an Iguana 13
- Pros and Cons of Iguana 15
- Do You Need a License or Permit? 16
- Cost of Owning an Iguana 17
- Chapter Three: How to Acquire Iguanas 24
- Where to Purchase an Iguana 25
- How to Spot a Reputable Iguana Breeder 28
- Characteristics of a Healthy Breed 30
- List of Breeders and Rescue Websites 31
- Snakes at Sunset 32
- Chapter Four: Habitat Needs of Your Iguanas 35
- Cage Considerations for Iguanas 36
- Temperature and Lighting 39
- Types of Lighting/Heating Equipment 39
- Humidity 40
- Chapter Five: The Right Diet for Your Iguana 43
- The Right Herbivore Diet 44
- Recommended Vegetable and Fruit Diet 45
- Toxic Foods 46
- Preparing Your Iguana Food 47
- Food Serving Tips 49
- Frequency and Amount of Feeding 50
- Hand – feeding Your Iguana 51
- Chapter Six: Body Language of Iguanas 53
- Indications of Body Languages 54
- Chapter Seven: Grooming and Maintenance Guidelines 61
- Common Questions for Maintenance and Grooming of Iguanas 62
- Importance of Shedding 66
- Chapter Eight: Sexing Your Iguanas 68
- Male vs. Female Iguanas – Sexual Dimorphism 69
- Identifying the Sex 69
- ‘Tis the Season for Breeding! 71
- Breeding Process 75
- Incubation and Hatching Quick Facts 77
- Chapter Nine: Health Issues of Iguanas 78
- Common Minor Illness 79
- Parasite Infestations 79
- Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) 81
- Gout 83
- Goiter 85
- Treatment for Injuries 87
- Chapter Ten: Care Sheet and Summary 90
- Glossary of Iguana Terms 111
- Index 120
- Photo Credits 125
- References 127
