If your cyclura or other iguana has scales that looked “raised” on their toes by the nail, it might be a sign of inflammation, injury or infection. The photo above (from Dan Bristow) shows one cyclura toe with raised separated…
Iguana mites
If you noticed that your iguana has shedding problems, excessive scratching, has strange looking or damaged scales or you have noticed small bugs on or around the folds in the skin, the eyelids, and the armpits, these are the signs that…
Calcium supplement with or without D and how to use it.
I hear questions about the Calcium supplement with or without vitamin D3 and how to use it for your cyclura and other iguanas correctly. So, here is explanation and suggestions from the experienced iguana owners. What’s the difference between Calcium…
Figs are healthy fruit for your Cyclura
Every summer when the fig season starts our Cycluras just can’t wait to get the treats in the morning. Figs have been known as one of the best fruits that you can feed to your iguana. They are very high…
Cyclura Tail Curling – What does it mean?
One of our females cyclura lewisi hybrid Bella Blue curls up her tail when she walks through the common territory in the house or sits in the living room. She doesn’t curl it when she basks, sleeps or hangs out with…
Juvenile Cyclura nesting
Check out this great example of cyclura nesting and an egg-laying box that works well for juvenile Rock Iguana females. This couple of high blue Cyclura lewisi hybrid juveniles belong to Manny Hernandez. The couple is 3 years old and after…
List of Vets & Clinics that are certified to treat Cyclura
It is important to find a qualified vet and a clinic to treat your Cyclura. This is the list I have right now, please feel free to comment with updates and feedback. THE LIST OF VETS AND CLINICS THAT ARE…
Cyclura Shedding and Helpful Tips
Cyclura young babies seem to be always shedding in one area or another through the whole year. It is absolutely normal. But as they get older they shed less often and to a point that it is about once a…
Hand-feeding your Cyclura
So is it just me, or does all food for Cycluras taste better to them when it’s being hand-fed? Our cycluras all loooooooove to eat from our hands. Although sometimes you have to really watch your fingers when they’re excited.…
Pros and Cons owning Cyclura
If you are thinking of buying a Cyclura you need to consider all the pros and cons of owning one. Pros: They’re some of the most intelligent lizards and are capable of a significant amount of interaction and socialization. But…