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My lizard has yellow skin. What causes it and is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Reptile | Lizard | Female | unspayed | 10 lbs

my lizard has yellow areas on her skin

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on February 17th, 2019

Yellowing may indicate a bacterial or fungal infection. Certain fungal infections can be quite serious, so an exam with your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles would be recommended. If you can provide the species of lizard as well as an image or two of the lesions in a new post, we may be able to provide more comprehensive advice.

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