Grand Cayman blue anole (Anolis conspersus)

Short answers

Grand Cayman blue anole: How big does the enclosure need to be?

60×45×90 cm (height).

Grand Cayman blue anole: What temperature does it need?

Daytime 25–31 °C, basking spot Local basking spot 35–40 °C, at night 19–22 °C.

Grand Cayman blue anole: Does it need UVB lighting?

UVB: Essential (UVB 5.0–10.0).

Grand Cayman blue anole: How long do they live?

Life expectancy: 5–8 years.

Grand Cayman blue anole: Is it suitable for beginners?

Rather not – it is considered an intermediate species (difficulty: Intermediate).

Climate

Daytime temperature

25–31 °C

Night temperature

19–22 °C

Basking spot

Local basking spot 35–40 °C

Humidity

60–75 %

UVB

Essential (UVB 5.0–10.0)

Enclosure

Minimum size

60×45×90 cm (height)

Substrate

Coco humus, dense planting, thin branches, a rain system

Feeding

Food

House crickets, crickets, flies, wax moths

Feeding interval

daily to every other day

Key facts

Adult size

16–20 cm total length

Life expectancy

5–8 years

Origin

Grand Cayman

Protection status

Not listed under CITES; a small island range

Brumation

None

Cohabitation

In pairs (1.1); males strictly separated. The reason: several males fight over territory and the basking spot until one is injured or sits permanently in a corner. Two females usually do not get along in the long run either: one occupies the basking spot, the other sits in a corner and loses weight — usually without a single visible bite wound.

Notes

The male is a brilliant turquoise blue with a blue dewlap – one of the most colourful anoles. Very active; it needs height and daily misting, and drinks only droplets from leaves.

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What you need to start

To keep Grand Cayman blue anole (Anolis conspersus) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (60×45×90 cm (height)), substrate (Coco humus, dense planting, thin branches, a rain system), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.