New baby tegu won't come out of hide and has covered up entrance of burrow

[Walter1]

I like his hide, and he looks great. I guess you'll see from many other posts that he's already at a body size for a larger enclosure.

 

[Talon1992]

I like his hide, and he looks great. I guess you'll see from many other posts that he's already at a body size for a larger enclosure.

Sounds good. I'd imagine I should wait to see when he comes out though? It's been about a week and still no sign of him. I think it got down to 70 last night but I don't think that would induce hibernation?

 

[beantickler]

Wow what size is that tank? You are in need of an upgrade and fast... He looks really nice and healthy for sure though.

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[Talon1992]

Wow what size is that tank? You are in need of an upgrade and fast... He looks really nice and healthy for sure though.

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I believe the current tank is 30 gallons. But I have a very large cage that I'm in the process of cleaning out right now. It's about 6 1/2 feet long by 2 1/2 and 2 1/2. It's missing the glass though so I need to get some more cut for it. Truth be told I did I thought he was going to be a fresh hatchling when I got him, so that's why the cage isnt particularly large at the moment. But don't worry! He will be well accommodated once I'm finished cleaning the large one! I suppose I just have to wait until he wakes up/ comes out. it's been about a week so I'm not sure when that will be.

 

[beantickler]

Time is a non issue right now... a 3 month nappy is common...

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[Talon1992]

Time is a non issue right now... a 3 month nappy is common...

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So I'd imagine the best thing to do is keep up his regular lighting schedule and wait for him to make an appearance. And have the new cage ready of course. Should I still leave food out everyday?

 

[Walter1]

So I'd imagine the best thing to do is keep up his regular lighting schedule and wait for him to make an appearance. And have the new cage ready of course. Should I still leave food out everyday?

See how often he comes out by smoothing the dirt near his hide. Work it that way.

 

[Talon1992]

See how often he comes out by smoothing the dirt near his hide. Work it that way.

Will do! I'll do that as soon as I get home

 

[beantickler]

See how often he comes out by smoothing the dirt near his hide. Work it that way.

Yup... good idea here... you will see footprints. I'm betting he is coming out briefly everyday just not while you are home...


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[Talon1992]

So it's been a couple of weeks and he still hasn't come out, ( I did the soil trick and so far no disturbances). So I think it's a fair assumption that he's gonna be down for a while. Is it a fair assumption that the fact that he went straight into hibernation means he is quite comfortable with his new accommodations? Also, how long do these little guys typically stay down?

 

[Walter1]

So it's been a couple of weeks and he still hasn't come out, ( I did the soil trick and so far no disturbances). So I think it's a fair assumption that he's gonna be down for a while. Is it a fair assumption that the fact that he went straight into hibernation means he is quite comfortable with his new accommodations? Also, how long do these little guys typically stay down?

Yes, he's fine. Duration depends on latitude and the individual. Make sure he has water and a basking light on a timer for a month, then tou can offer additional heat and longer "days". Some are down a month, some up to four. Some are in and out, others are uninterrupted.