Red Iguana

Scientific Name: Iguana iguana (Red Morph)
Age: 6 months 
Current Size: 18”-2’
Max/Adult Size: 5–6 feet
Source: USA CB 
Exact Animal Pictured?: no 

Care

• Basking/Hot Spot Temp: 95–100°F
• Ambient Temp: 80–85°F
• Night Temp: 72–75°F
• Humidity: 60–80%
• Recommended Enclosure Size:• Juvenile: 4’ x 2’ x 2’
• Adult: Minimum 8’ x 4’ x 6’ (larger strongly preferred)

• Lighting: High‑output UVB required (T5 HO 10–12% or mercury vapor)
• Diet: Strict herbivore—dark leafy greens, vegetables, flowers; avoid animal protein entirely

Facts

• Red Iguanas are a color morph of the Green Iguana, selectively bred for their intense red, orange, and rust tones.
• Their coloration deepens with proper heat, UVB, and a plant‑rich diet, making them stunning display animals.
• Highly intelligent and social, they can become interactive and routine‑oriented, recognizing keepers and daily patterns.
• Despite their beauty, they require very large enclosures, strong