This guide is meant to help iguana owners choose the appropriate diet for the pets. There are many types of greens and vegetables available that are ideal for offering your pet. These should always be fed along with a high quality pellet food in order for your pet to receive all of the vitamins and nutrients necessary for captive survival. They should also have fresh water available at all times.

This guide can also be helpful for other herbivorous reptiles, but careful research should be done before offering your pet anything. All reptiles are different and tolerate certain foods differently.

Staples

Collard Greens, Dandelion Greens, Arugula

Variety

Turnip Tops, Escarole, Endive, Chicory, Mustard Greens, Watercress, Swiss Chard, Mustard Spinach, Cilantro

Use Sparingly

Kale, Napa, Bok Choy, Beet Greens

Veggies (Small Amounts)

Acorn, Squash, Butternut, Squash, Yams, Parsnips, Green Beans, Peas

Fruits (small amounts)

Grapes, Strawberries, Melons, Blueberries, Raspberries, Mango

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What Not to Feed

Animal protein of any kind

*Animal protein of any kind (cat or dog food, meat, cheese, insects, monkey biscuits etc.): Iguanas are obligate herbivores. Their bodies physically cannot process animal proteins. Feeding animal proteins puts a huge strain on the kidneys and liver and lead to an early death from liver or kidney failure.

Spinach and parsley

*Spinach and parsley: They are very high in oxalates. Oxalates bind calcium your iguana needs for strong bones.

Kale and broccoli

*Kale and broccoli: These are two major goitrogens that can lead to thyroid problems if fed too much. A little bit in moderation is okay, but it should not be a stable.

Tofu

*Tofu: High in fat and too much is not good for iguana health. A little in moderation is okay.

Lettuce

None of any kind. They have almost zero nutrition, and often iguanas will stop eating everything else and hold out for lettuce.

Solar Drops / UVB Drops

Availalbe Documents

These are one of the biggest scams on the market. Iguanas cannot process dietary D3. They can only synthesize it with the help of UVB. It will also cause liver and kidneys to work overtime to process out all the D3 since the body cannot use it

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