Tuatara
Tuataras

Tuatara

Sphenodon punctatus

Habitat

Coastal scrub and forest on offshore islands

Range

New Zealand

Adult Size

12-30 in (30-75 cm)

Diet

Insects, spiders, small lizards, birds' eggs

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Conservation status:Least Concern

Feeder Gut Loading

Recommended feeder insects for Tuatara and how to gut-load each one before feeding.

Dubia Roaches

Recommended Foods
Collard greensTurnip greensMustard greensCarrotsSweet potatoSquashApplesOranges (occasionally)High-quality roach chow
Foods to Avoid
AvocadoOnionGarlicRhubarbMoldy producePesticide-treated produceProcessed foods

These foods can be toxic, indigestible, or carry harmful residues. Always use organic produce when possible and wash all foods thoroughly.

Crickets

Recommended Foods
Collard greensMustard greensDandelion greensCarrotsSweet potatoSquashBell peppersHigh-quality commercial cricket gut load
Foods to Avoid
AvocadoOnionGarlicRhubarbMoldy producePesticide-treated produceProcessed foods

These foods can be toxic, indigestible, or carry harmful residues. Always use organic produce when possible and wash all foods thoroughly.

Mealworms & Superworms

Recommended Foods
Wheat bran or oatsCarrotsSweet potatoSquashLeafy greens
Foods to Avoid
AvocadoOnionGarlicRhubarbMoldy producePesticide-treated produceProcessed foods

These foods can be toxic, indigestible, or carry harmful residues. Always use organic produce when possible and wash all foods thoroughly.