| Iguanas are arboreal, they prefer to stay in a large | | | | comfy closet with proper air circulation. You can put |
| and wide ecosystem. Iguanas also tend to spend its | | | | a small, low-cost and quiet fan that will help regulate |
| time high up in tall trees. It is because their enemies | | | | the air and raise the temperature and humidity inside |
| or predators will not be able to follow them up in high | | | | the cage. A closet which has a good flow of air can |
| trees. Most iguanas can easily hide from their | | | | also prevent the growth of mildew. But in case a |
| enemies, by climbing jumping down into the ground | | | | mildew problem occurs, you can simply wash the |
| without getting hurt. | | | | walls using water and bleach. |
| But today, the lives of iguanas are in danger. Some | | | | 3. During the night time, you can use a heating |
| of them are being caught and eaten by wild animals. | | | | pad to warmth your iguana. Look for a light bulb that |
| If you're an animal or pet lover you can help these | | | | consumes less electricity. You can simply screw a 75 |
| iguanas to survive against predators and help them | | | | watt bulb on the wall of the cage. |
| from being extinct. You can do this by basic Iguana | | | | 4. Let your iguana adapt first to the new |
| Care, by just having at least pair. | | | | enclosure. Iguanas might get traumatized or hurt |
| Handling of iguanas needs proper planning. There are | | | | themselves if placed in a new environment. Iguanas |
| some things to be considered. | | | | normally react if placed in a new enclosure by rubbing |
| The first and most important thing is building a cage | | | | and scratching the walls. It is advisable that you stay |
| or enclosure. You must provide them with a good | | | | with your iguana as they explore. Try to bond with |
| place where they can roam while having the freedom | | | | your pet until he gets acquainted with his new |
| they enjoy in the wild. | | | | environment. |
| Here are some more tips in building a great home for | | | | 5. Be cautious on the electrical connections |
| your iguana. | | | | positioned on the enclosure. All wiring must be |
| 1. Look for a cage that is spacious and secured. | | | | carefully situated in areas where your iguana can't |
| A large room or a big closet can be a good place | | | | reach them. Iguanas are intrusive creatures, they will |
| where they can roam. You can add artificial plants | | | | try to jump and climb up on accessible wirings and |
| and branches where they can climb and hang over. If | | | | hot light equipments. |
| your iguana is still young, be sure to make the | | | | 6. Lastly, keep your enclosure away from pests. |
| appropriate size of the cage. A smaller one with no | | | | Remove left over foods as soon as possible. |
| hole is recommended so that they'll not escape from | | | | Remember that cleanliness is the most essential |
| the cage. When your iguana grows and get | | | | factor to prevent possible problems. |
| habituated to his new home, you can expand the | | | | Building a cage for your iguana can be simple and fun. |
| area so that it will not look crowded. | | | | Just follow the steps above and surely you'll have a |
| 2. Another thing to consider in building an iguana | | | | perfect enclosure for your pet. |
| cage is the air circulation. Look for a cheap but | | | | |