Iguana on the Sofa
2020-05-26
Fio has put on 2 pounds over the winter. At four years old, he is now 5 feet long and 8.2 pounds, still mostly tail. He sheds all the time and eats all the time, especially dandelions.
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Moving Up
2019-07-08
Fio's greenhouse was getting too small - he weighs about 5 pounds now. Fortunately, greenhouses come in bigger sizes. We still need to add some tropical plants, but at least he has room to stretch out his magnificent tail. He still likes hanging out by the window until the lawn mower comes b... Read More
Terrible Pets
2019-02-17
Fio is a beautiful creature, but I feel it is my responsibility to say ... Iguanas Make Terrible Pets!!! They don't belong in our houses. They belong outdoors. Their huge claws are great for climbing trees. Not so great on skin. They enjoy 90 degree temperatures and 90 percent humidity. T... Read More
A Real Iguana Emerges
2018-11-13
When Fio arrived he was tiny. Just like most of the 'pet' iguanas in my experience, when they were once common pet shop 'merchandise'. Few of them ever made it past the baby stage.
Fio is turning into a fantastic beast.
Iguana Glare
2018-09-27
Fio does not like the camera, which is why we haven't taken many pictures lately. He is very demonstrative and lets us know right away when he isn't pleased. He likes: hibiscus flowers, mustard greens, and arugula. He hates; cell phone cameras and the orange cat. But mostly, he hates Max. Max is... Read More
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