Curly-tailed Lizard
Lizards

Curly-tailed Lizard

Leiocephalus carinatus

Habitat

Dry open areas and rocky coastal zones

Range

Bahamas and Cayman Islands

Adult Size

6-10 in (15-25 cm)

Diet

Insects, spiders, and small lizards

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Conservation status:Least Concern

Feeder Gut Loading

Recommended feeder insects for Curly-tailed Lizard 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.

Silkworms

Recommended Foods
Fresh mulberry leaves or mulberry chow only.