Pamphylian green lizard (Lacerta pamphylica)

Short answers

Pamphylian green lizard: How big does the enclosure need to be?

120×60×80 cm.

Pamphylian green lizard: What temperature does it need?

Daytime 24–30 °C, basking spot 40–45 °C, at night 15–19 °C.

Pamphylian green lizard: Does it need UVB lighting?

UVB: Essential (UVB 10.0).

Pamphylian green lizard: How long do they live?

Life expectancy: 8–12 years.

Pamphylian green lizard: Is it suitable for beginners?

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

Climate

Daytime temperature

24–30 °C

Night temperature

15–19 °C

Basking spot

40–45 °C

Humidity

50–65 %

UVB

Essential (UVB 10.0)

Enclosure

Minimum size

120×60×80 cm

Substrate

Sand-loam, rock structures, tussocks of grass, climbing branches

Feeding

Food

House crickets, crickets, roaches, a little fruit

Feeding interval

4–5×/week

Key facts

Adult size

25–35 cm total length

Life expectancy

8–12 years

Origin

Südtürkei, Küstenebene Pamphylien zwischen dem Göksu-Tal und Antalya (endemisch)

Protection status

Not listed under CITES; a small range

Brumation

A winter rest of 10–12 weeks at 5–10 °C

Cohabitation

In pairs or 1 male with 2 females – keep males strictly separate. The reason: several males fight over territory and the basking spot until one is injured or permanently sits in a corner. Females usually get along, but each needs its own basking and hiding spots; if sizes differ, feed them separately.

Notes

Split off as a species of its own only in 1978, with a strikingly heavy head shape. It needs a genuine winter rest; without a cold phase there is no breeding.

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What you need to start

To keep Pamphylian green lizard (Lacerta pamphylica) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (120×60×80 cm), substrate (Sand-loam, rock structures, tussocks of grass, climbing branches), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.