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My hatchling iguana is too hot. What should I do about its tank?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Reptile | Iguana | Male | unneutered | 0.4 lbs

Whay can i do about my hachling iguana over heating

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on July 17th, 2019

If you are using a heat lamp, move it farther away (raise it up) from the surface of the tank until temps are appropriate. If you are using a heating pad or UTH (under tank heater), they should be used with a rheostat or thermostat so that you can adjust the temperature. Make sure the enclosure is large enough to provide a warm side and a cool side. If Egon gets too hot, he can move to the cool side until he wants to bask again or warm up.

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