How big do Halmahera blue tongue skinks get?

They give birth to live young and can have anywhere from 5-15 babies. Once fully mature, adults will reach a length of around 18-22 inches. Blue tongue skinks come from either Australia (Tiliqua scincoides) or from Indonesia (Tiliqua gigas). Halmahera blue tongue skinks come from the Halmahera island of Indonesia.

How long do Halmahera blue tongue skinks live?

15-20 years
Blue tongue skinks are a group of diurnal, terrestrial lizards found throughout Australia and parts of Indonesia. They can grow up to 24” long, and have an average lifespan of 15-20 years, although with good care, they can live past the age of 30.

How much does a blue tongue skink cost?

Northern blue-tongued skinks range in price from $150 for babies to $250 for adults. High-colored or rarer forms may cost more. Rare blue-tongued skinks such as Centralian and shingle backs may cost between $1,500 and $5,000 each.

What plants can I put with my blue tongue skink?

Wheat grass, sedge grass, carex grass, carrot, pothos, and snake plant are good for starters. For more ideas of nontoxic, reptile-safe plants, I recommend referencing The Tortoise Table.

Where can I buy blue tongue skinks?

Blue-Tongued Skinks live in Australia, New Guinea, and Tasmania. They commonly live in semi-desert ecosystems with burrows.

What is the minimum tank size for a blue tongue skink?

Terrarium Size. An adult blue tongue skink requires minimum 8 sq ft of floor space, or a 48″x24″x18″ enclosure. Skinks are extremely active and love to explore, so bigger is better. Even baby blue tongue skinks can be housed in an adult-sized enclosure as long as they have lots of hiding places to help them feel secure …

How big do Halmahera BTS get?

20″± is typical. I have seen them as tiny as 18″ and as large as 24″ (if I recall correctly).

Where can I buy a blue tongue skink?

Blue-Tongued Skinks live in Australia, New Guinea, and Tasmania. They commonly live in semi-desert ecosystems with burrows. They also live in grasslands and scrublands and use leaf litter or logs to hide. Skinks are ground-dwelling animals and typically use burrows to escape predators and the scorching heat.

What is the cheapest type of blue tongue skink?

Northern Blue Tongue Skinks are the most affordable and the most frequently bought for adoption. These Skinks will cost $250 at most. Rarer Skinks will be more expensive, though they are not very common for adoption.

How many watts does a blue tongue skink need?

We recommend a heat lamp (generally between 40-75 watt depending on enclosure) placed on the metal mesh top in a heat resistant dome lamp.

What do I need to buy for a blue tongue skink?

Blue-tongued skinks require a large enclosure, such as a 40- to 55-gallon tank, with a secure lid. The substrate (bedding) can consist of aspen wood shavings, cypress mulch, or even newspaper. Whatever you choose, make sure your skink is not eating it or your lizard could get an intestinal blockage.

Is a 40 gallon big enough for a blue tongue skink?

A 40 gallon breeder is plenty big as long as there is room for burrowing.