Argentine Black & White Tegu
Scientific Name
Salvator merianae
Range
Eastern and central South America
Habitats
Tropical rainforests and savannahs
What do they eat?
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Omnivore; invertebrates, fruits, and seeds
Status
Least concern
Conservation Threats
Hunting and trapping, also for domestic pet use
Fun Facts
- Males can have jowls, which shows he’s getting good nutrition
- One of the smartest species of reptiles- ours are target trained and know their trainers