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My Timor monitor is suddenly lethargic and won't eat. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My Timor monitor is being very lethargic today and won’t eat. My monitor was acting normal yesterday but like I said it is acting very lethargic today. Any advice would help

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on February 22nd, 2018

Check the temperature in the enclosure. Low temps can affect appetite and activity in reptiles. Soak him in a warm 50/50 solution of water and unflavored PediaLyte for 15-20 minutes. Gently massage his abdomen, front to back, during the soak to stimulate defecation in case he is constipated. See your veterinarian or an experienced herp vet if your monitor does not begin eating or remains lethargic. Submit a stool sample to diagnose intestinal parasites or bacterial overgrowth.

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