Species Detail
Desert Night Lizard
Lizards

Desert Night Lizard

Xantusia vigilis

Habitat

Yucca and agave plants

Range

Southwestern United States

Adult Size

2-3 in (6-8 cm)

Diet

Termites and ants

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Conservation status:Least Concern

Feeder Gut Loading

Recommended feeder insects for Desert Night Lizard and how to gut-load each one before feeding.

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.