Ultimate DIY Tegu Enclosure

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Total Project Cost for this Enclosure - $550 List of materials used in description with links

[@NguyenPham-xo2yc]

Something Jack Makes hello sir. What is demensions of this cage? Is it fit an adult tegu? I'm asking just curious. But that's look so good. Do you have it on sale? Or just show people how to do it?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Nguyen Pham hello there. Glad you like it. It is 8 feet long. 4 feet wide and 4 feet higher. With the base it brings the total enclosure to 6 feet higher. I do not sell them just have the video to inspire people to build their own.

[@NguyenPham-xo2yc]

Something Jack Makes do you put the subtrate in already? Because I see the bottom is little low so I'm curious how you put substrate in

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Nguyen Pham the substrate goes across the bottom. And the deeper pool is full for digging and burrowing.

[@NguyenPham-xo2yc]

Something Jack Makes so this enclosure will fit an adult tegu with max size around 4ft right? Can you measure temp and humidity well inside?

[@SamirCCat]

Pro: Now I got really inspired to build a big tegu enclosure! Con: I can't even put together an IKEA chair by pictures. I don't have a lizard :-|

[@christians8114]

🤣

[@Mdvapor]

The only time ive ever seen anyone use flex seal for an actual build project😂

[@ecc444]

I'm actually sitting here with Flexseal in front of me doing an enclosure and thinking.... "I'm not sure about this, let me check KZbin". And... I'm still not sure about this! :)

[@demetergrasseater]

It is actually mad useful for waterproofing stuff

[@bigbrick1909]

Me to 🤣

[@Offbeatuptempo]

Its weird because its pet safe we used it on my tortoise enclosure to help hold in humidity

[@BIGNick7513]

Your Tegu's enclosure is nicer than my apartment.

[@vixtion9180]

yeah I wonder how much the rent is in that enclosure

[@96d96]

@@vixtion9180 my Savannah monitor told me it's only 80 a month

[@vixtion9180]

@@96d96 Oh well Im in! Lemme get my stuff from my parents basement

[@thebreeze007]

Use it as motivation😂

[@fireinateacup89]

Now THAT is a proper-sized tegu enclosure! ❤ Nice to see they have lots of windows, too. They're very intelligent animals and it's good to give them the ability to watch what's going on outside their enclosure. I love the elevated height of the cage as well, and thr whole thing looks super legit and sturdy! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks! Glad you liked it.

[@andrewwong7912]

Very, very, very nice build! My question is are you able to maintain the humidity levels in the tank with the tub of water and the moist substrate bowl? Would you ever consider lining the tank and putting mulch throughout?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Gatør haven’t had much trouble. I have put in some more mulch around on the floor to help too. And I mist from time to time

[@kassierivera5635]

This is so cool thanks for sharing! You could make big money 💴 by building and selling these

[@danmango5]

Just bought a red tegu. He's just a few months old and I'm starting early on planning for a big cage (house) for him. Thanks for your video. Helps out alot.

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Dan Lilly glad it helps. Tegus are lots of fun to keep.

[@maleok2569]

This is an amazing video, I am so glad I found this. I'm coming up on getting my first tegu, and while I can't copy this build as I'm lacking in the tools and skill required, this gives me some ideas. The fact you have 23 subscribers actually offends me, I realize this is some REALLY niche stuff for the more advanced reptile hobbyist but still! Excellent work man.

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Maleok that’s I really appreciate that.

[@jaclynduellman5126]

This was extremely helpful, thank you so much!! I’d love to eventually see an update for what it looks like now with some finishing touches

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Jaclyn Duellman thanks. Glad you like it. Unfortunately the tegu belonged to my girlfriend at them time but we are no longer together. So the tank is no longer in my possession 😕

[@robhancock2240]

@@SomethingJackMakes good to see your more upset where the tank went than the mrs lmao

[@mosesasplund6891]

new york be like: $400,000 to live in here for a month

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Hahaha yeah it’s probably bigger then some NYC apartments

[@giobaa-barbarino3921]

Thank you for showing me how to build a big terrarium for a tegu this will comw in handy for wheni get one. 👍

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Gio Baa-Barbarino you’re welcome. Glad I could help!

[@niteowl9733]

My only critique would have been to raise everything at least a foot while creating raised platforms for the water. That way you could have given Maria at least a foot a substrate through out the entire enclose. She has no traction to walk on melamine and she loves to dig. Very nice box though! I've been sniffing out moniters for a while now and your design with a couple personal mods is definitely going in the archive! Well done!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Nite Owl thanks. Yes I agree some modifications to allow for more substrate would be good.

[@corald3638]

Amazing build! You make it look so easy. I like the way you explain yourself during your process, and how you think about what you're going to do.

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Coral Gene thanks. Glad you enjoyed it

[@thomasanson6033]

This is a bad ass enclosure and assembly video!!! Love it

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks. Glad you liked it

[@thomasanson6033]

You earned it!! In the next few months I'm going to have to build an 8x4x4 enclosure as well for my little "Dragon" (black and white tegu).

[@SomethingJackMakes]

@@thomasanson6033 good luck on the build. I’m sure it’s going to turn out great.

[@thomasanson6033]

Thank you so much!!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

@@thomasanson6033 you’re welcome!

[@Mwhitehouse99]

Nice build man, you provide a great example of working smarter and not harder

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@Lycanlena]

I have watched many videos and looked at many diy tegu enclosures online and this is by far the best in my opinion. I just bought some of the materials today to get started. Thank you very much for sharing, I hope I can replicate it ok. :)

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Lycanlena thanks! That means a lot. I’m glad you like it. I’m sure you’ll be able to build a great enclosure!

[@jonathanvega1779]

Hello! Did you end up building one? I'm thinking about getting a Tegu, it'll be a great reason for me to invest and use power tools :D

[@Lycanlena]

@@jonathanvega1779 I did and it is pretty good! I changed the design of the front because of the size of the glass I had but I will redo it down the road because my doors are too large. The only downside I can think of for this enclosure is that it does not keep the humidity much, even with a good substrate. But it's ok, I mist my tegu a couple times a day at least.

[@jonathanvega1779]

Thats great! I saw other videos using a big plant thing, forgot what they're called, but I might just use that for starters. Can't wait to finally get my Tegu :D

[@Lycanlena]

@@jonathanvega1779 tegus are amazing so I could not recommend them more! 😄

[@fengshuimma9160]

Well done dude. You imagined it and delivered. Bravo.

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks! I really appreciate that!

[@AsbestosBeard]

intelligently built, you tought of everything , this make me want a Tegu even more ! and the use of Flex Seal was perfect! Flex Seal is a good product tbh, i like it!

[@Lunix_Hardcore]

Nice Video, your Audio Mixdown is great man

[@kaitlynmoose]

Wow! What a beautiful enclosure!! Thanks for the video. I would love to see another video of what you decide to do to the inside.

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks! Glad you liked it. Unfortunately the lizard belonged to my girlfriend at the time and we are no longer together. So I don’t have access to the lizard any more.

[@azgrem]

1/3 of the way thru this video and I'm thinking to myself wow this really is the ultimate enclosure!! Nice job!!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Devin Ringle thanks glad you like it

[@travis1118]

I can see a ton of thought went into this, great job!!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!!

[@joejoelesh1197]

Thank you. We have been thinking about getting a Tegu for a few years now. I will need a bigger enclosure than my Common Boa, and your build gives me some good ideas.

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Joe JoeLesh thanks. Glad I could help!

[@martenmaarten]

such a great build!! i might actually use this video as reference for an avery i wanna build for two doves, because the measurements are roughly the same and with chicken wire on the walls instead of glass windows itd make for a beautiful avery!! even the built in bath is perfect for birds too!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

That One Channel I Use To Write Comments thanks! Glad you like it. That would be a really cool variation on the build.

[@wicohanlakol8052]

Ausome setup . Personally i would like more to have substrate across all the flooring if i did something like this. Very helpful. Only question is i havnt seen asked below how do change youre water ?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

wicohan lakol yeah the water is a little tricky. If I did it again I would include a bulkhead in the pond so I could install a drain out the bottom. As it is we used a short hose and siphoned it into a bucket.

[@wicohanlakol8052]

Gotcha, thanks !

[@nola_cozy.creations]

Can I hire you to come to my house and just build my whole dang life for me 😫 But really...Such an amazing build♥️

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Bushy-Tail Wildlife Rescue hahaha sure I’ll be right over. Glad you liked it!

[@lostfound8112]

wow nice job...beautiful tegu!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks! Glad you liked it

[@andrewz6776]

you're an impressive carpenter

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks I appreciate that!

[@EternallyWilled]

Beautiful build! I love seeing builds like these!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Charles Chen thanks!!!

[@SteenfottAquatics]

Looks Great

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks I appreciate that

[@airmanjerm2]

Thinking about getting a Red Tegu, Thx 4 help!!!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Glad it helped!!! Thanks.

[@GeekyGeckoCreations]

Dang that thing is nice man :)

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Geeky Gecko Creations thanks!! Glad you like it!!!

[@robertward2120]

Have you made a modular version that grows with the lizard and can be disassembled for moving?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

I have not but that would be a great idea !

[@tedbundythetegu6007]

Nice, I have a big grow tent and it has saved so much time and effort. Would still consider a build at some point, perhaps for an outside summer enclosure! Ted 🦎

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks! Outside enclosures are always good. Can’t beat natural sun shine.

[@orange6uy]

Really really nice build

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Orange6uy 1 thanks. Glad you liked it !

[@robertmickey1514]

Good job!!! I like it. Thank you for sharing this video

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks!! Glad you liked it!

[@tommieStv]

Amazing job mate.

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks!! Glad you liked it.

[@RaRahGully]

Tremendous enclosure

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks! Glad you like it!

[@msfelixcristy]

Wonderful!!!! Hope to come back to this video once I finally get a tegu!!! You're awesome!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

msfelixcristy thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@zyncarla]

Have you had issues with him jumping and clingy to the chicken wire I had this issue with a three year old had to remove and make a solid top she couldn’t see out of. Also the standard distance they should be from their uvb source is like 18-24in were you able to add hanging fixtures

[@SomethingJackMakes]

I haven’t experience any issues. Yeah switching it out for a solid top would help. Or covering the wire with some non-clear plexiglass or plastic could work too

[@leenleen1414]

Awesome build sir! I am looking into getting a Argentine black and white tegu in the future. It wont be for a while yet. I have to have my own place and more experience with lizards! Thank u so much for doing this! Looks amazing!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Leen thank you. I’m glad you liked it

[@TheSlyguy812000]

I am going to do a build very similar, so I just wanted to check. For the frame you said, you used full 2x4's and half 2x4s for the sides. However; to get it to fit properly, would you have to make 3ft 8inches, to do the equal for foot size of the plywood, because if you don't that makes 4 foot 4 inches when account for the additional 2 inches of each sides 2x4. Just curious before I go put this thing together and then have to trim it down more. Thanks.

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Yes. You are going to want to account for the thickness of the boards on the ends. You’re right. If you use full 8 foot and 4 foot boards the frame will end up larger then the sheet of plywood.

[@SG-wj2qj]

I can really appreciate the work you put into it, but some of the materials chosen and the aesthetics leave allot to he desired. Oh well. 5/7

[@SomethingJackMakes]

S G thanks for the feed back. I tried to choose materials best for the animal. But at the end of the day it is a big white box. There are definitely ways to spruce it up

[@frananderson960]

how did you put glass in?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

The glass is held in by the wooden frame screwed to the Melamine

[@miikob8819]

Amazing build but did it rot since it's wood.

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Since the melamine had a plastic coating it has held up very well

[@DaybirdAviaries]

This is awesome. I just subscribed

[@youdoodoobruh7]

i wish i was this handy

[@reptileguy8458]

Beautiful work. EXCELLENT craftsmanship sir!

[@gemmahowell6011]

Such a good cage lucky tegu

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks! Glad you liked it

[@susanmartin3762]

I love these guys.

[@jennafarmer4056]

What size should the glass be?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

So you can make it any size you want. It kinda depends on what size glass you can get. If you have a store that sells glass use what size you like from them. I got my glass off Facebook market place. So I worked with the glass I had. And could find.

[@shafiloftaseel4395]

Super nice work 👍👍👍

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Asil/Aseel USA thanks! Glad you liked it!!

[@jman10110]

great video, would love to see updates as you experiment with how to set up the interior! Have a red myself and its always fun changing up the his setup.

[@bo3rapsterkiller363]

It's so not his animal it's his ex gf

[@frananderson960]

will it fit through a door

[@SomethingJackMakes]

It will not fit through a door Assembled. The enclosure is designed in panels that can be brought into a room and then put together

[@frananderson960]

ok i have someone building this for me hes going to try to use the same materials ill send photos when its finsished or links

[@LucassAdventuresYT]

What type of wood did you use?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Lucas's Adventures the base is made from 2x4s and plywood. All the white parts are melamine

[@blobmanyaa9350]

Did you put soil in it

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Yes a mixture of soil, mulch, repti bark, and coconut fiber

[@judahwells6157]

Plants for enrichment?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Judah Wells yeah bioactive is the way to go!!!

[@deedeemegadoodoo6291]

Incredible job dude (cage is a lil bare tho), you can tell he really does care about his animals

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Stoned asf Clarence thanks! Glad you like it. I agree the tank looks bare in this video. It was intended to show how to build the enclosed not necessarily how to set it up on the inside

[@9kazcat]

Where did you learn to do that ! That takes some skill. Wish I could do that. Would like an iguana, but can’t build an enclosure myself and to get custom made your talking near a grand over here ☹️

[@SomethingJackMakes]

I just kinda picked it up along the way. There are endless tutorials on KZbin about building. I watch a bunch. Even those not about reptiles. And just pick up techniques. Also don’t be intimidated by not having every tool. You can do a lot with simple tools.

[@danjcstafford]

Great job 👍🏻

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Thanks. Glad you liked it

[@deannfrey3469]

awesome job! Follow up after you have the plants in.

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Deann Frey thanks glad you liked it!

[@gemmahowell6011]

She’s one lucky tegu such a great cage well done 👍

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Gemma Howell thanks!!! Glad you like it

[@mitchellvisser2530]

this is such a good build, so impressed with what you have thought to do all ways around

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Mitchell Visser thanks! I appreciate that. Glad you like it

[@sydneystellier3142]

I will literally pay you to make me one this is so cool! I do not have all of the tools to cut the wood, do you know if Home Depot can do it for me? Or is that asking too much....

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Yes Lowe’s or Home Depot will cut the wood. I get wood cut there some times. They can be a bit annoying about it saying they don’t cut “project dimension”. Saying they only cut wood to fit in peoples cars. I’d say you may need to go a few different times to get it all cause if you roll up with a big cart of wood they probably won’t do it. I have also heard you can call ahead and have them cut what you need and they will be willing to make a lot more cuts that way. There are always ways to do a project. A hardware store can help you. And if all else fails a simple hand saw will get the job done

[@droptherapy2085]

And this is precisely why I can't own a tegu: I live in a trailer and I would need to clear half-ish of my kitchen out to fit the enclosure into it. Also, if I'm living in a trailer you can imagine how much money is made a year in my case. A tegu would be out of my price range. It's unfortunate but whatever, I'll just get a jumping spider instead.

[@adambugner5049]

save a dollar a day if you have to idk best of luck

[@JayTee95]

You ever get that jumping spider? You could also get a smaller tarantula, like a green bottle blue.

[@shilohheisler]

This is sooo cool. I'd never be able to do this. Great job!!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Rachel Heisler thanks glad you like it. And sure you could make it. Just need a few simple tools. Whole project could be done with a jig saw and a drill.

[@shilohheisler]

@@SomethingJackMakes thanks for the encouragement!! 😹😹

[@anthonydelzotto4979]

How long are the boards between the base? Is it like 18” it almost looks like?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

You mean like how high is it off the ground? Like to the floor of the enclosure? The boards were 18” and the casters add a few more inches.

[@ethanbrown7198]

you make me want to build an enclosure for my monitor 😅

[@SomethingJackMakes]

You should! Go for it!!!

[@tyty1400]

Dang this thing is dope

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Tj Hultquist thanks! Glad you like it!!

[@SusanLBritt]

Very cool !!!!

[@jusbrowsin3456]

Amazing work man

[@SomethingJackMakes]

j b thanks !

[@jusbrowsin3456]

@@SomethingJackMakes no problem man

[@furtheloveofdogs7732]

I loved this video! I have a one month old tegu and I will soon be needing to build one! Just curious to how much approximately did it cost to build it? I know glass is expensive

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Jackie Lavallee it was about $500ish for everything. But I got all the glass second hand off Craigslist/Facebook market place. Buy old single pane window and carefully remove the glass from the wood frame. Give the glass a good scrub and they are good as new. And much cheaper then buying brand new glass.

[@furtheloveofdogs7732]

Something Jack Makes that’s a good idea! Thanks a bunch!

[@blacksheepnomad9000]

I'm going to build something like this but with four different platforms I ill lock them together to make one big cage. I live in an apartment trying to think about the future

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Yeah it’s good to plan as something this big is hard to move. So making be able to come apart is important.

[@TheMvPSDewayne]

Can we get a supply list?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

TheMvPSDewayne yeah a supply is is a good idea as I get a lot of questions on cost. Give me a few days and I’ll put one together.

[@TheMvPSDewayne]

@@SomethingJackMakes thank you

[@SomethingJackMakes]

TheMvPSDewayne hey I put a material list in the discretion

[@laukuze]

Cool build! Question, how do you keep the wood from rotting in the long run?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

The melamine is like wood with a plastic outer coating. It prevents it from getting moisture.

[@laukuze]

Okay, thanks! Gonna get into my own build soon and wouldn’t want it rotting on me haha

[@12342087]

Do you still have her?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

I do not. Unfortunately she belonged to an ex and we are no longer together.

[@corinkristen1292]

Any updates? We are about to build one like yours! 😊

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Unfortunately the lizard belonged to the girl I was dating at the time and we are no longer together. So I don’t have access to the enclosure for an update. Maybe I just need to build another one lol. Good luck on your build!

[@corinkristen1292]

Lol ok thank you!!

[@RestlessKano]

I’m not seeing where you used 15 2x4. Is that right?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

15 might me a bit high of a number. I can’t remember exactly how many I used for the base. Looking back at the the video. I’d say it’s probably closer to 8-10 for the base. But it doesn’t hurt to have a few extra.

[@RestlessKano]

@@SomethingJackMakes well I’m following your build and I’ve used 8 for the base. Just wanted to make sure I wasn’t missing some critical support. Anyways, really awesome build. Thanks for making this video.

[@SomethingJackMakes]

@@RestlessKano thanks. Glad it helps. Good luck with your build!

[@Lycanlena]

I have a question about the way you put the glass. In the video it looks like you cut the window the same size as your glass, but I don't understand how you make it stay in place because the thickness of the melanine board is 3/4" but the glass is much thinner. Thank you again, my enclosure is slowly getting together thanks to your video!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Lycanlena so the galas I used for the sides of the tank were double pane windows, the same thickness as the melamine. So for those I cut a hole the windows would fit into and used small strips of melamine to hold them in place. The glass I used for the front and doors were a single pane of glass. So I cut the hole in the Melamine smaller then the glass so the melamine supported the glass from the back and used the strips of wood to hold the glass from the front, sandwiched to the melamine. Hope this makes sense. If you are using single pane glass that isn’t as thick as the melamine use the technique I used on the doors to hold the glass in place

[@Lycanlena]

Thank you, it makes sense, and that is what I was going to do because I couldn't think of any other way. But I feel more confident with your explanation. This is my first building project so I am very slow to try not to mess up. Thank you for taking the time to answer!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Lycanlena you’re welcome. And I totally understand the apprehension to not want to mess anything up. I have those feelings too. But hey the worst that will happen if you cut something wrong is you have to buy more material. Yes that’s an additional expense but it’s not the end of the world. But I’m sure your enclosure will turn out great!!!

[@blobmanyaa9350]

at 437 whats the black thing on the glass

[@SomethingJackMakes]

So those were actually window glass I got second hand from Facebook marketplace. They were brand new never used windows. The black around the edge was on the window when I got them. It is some kind of gasket material. It’s not really needed for this build

[@blobmanyaa9350]

@@SomethingJackMakes im thinking of using the link i sent

[@blobmanyaa9350]

@@SomethingJackMakes cause im trying to understand how the glass is in there did you just cut out a rectangle in the melamine and hold it in there then make the border or what

[@blobmanyaa9350]

beacuse it looks like theres a brack to hold it the back thing on the glass

[@SomethingJackMakes]

@@blobmanyaa9350 yes so I cut a square hole is the melamine. And then created a frame around it with the wood. But the wood isn’t flush with the edge of the hole. It actually over laps the hole so when you screw it down it holds the glass in. I did that on the inside and outside so the glass is flush with the melamine and sandwiched by wood

[@Boringpeoples0830]

Imma copy this

[@HingleMcCringleberryX21J]

Awesome vid, curious as to where you got those tubs though?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Jake Loudermilk thanks. I got them at Lowe’s

[@thereptiledude7247]

Beautiful job. If I ever make something that big I’m not going to move it from my garage, unless it will roll through my house with double doors or something. Do the castors lock or how do you keep it from rolling around? I’m sure it’s heavy but never know. Did you end up finishing the lumber with stain or anything? A nice dark wood would look sick with that white. Also, any plans on cabinets on the bottom for storage?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

The Reptile Dude glad you liked it! I did not use locking caster. I never had a problem with it not staying in place. But it would be an easy change to use locking casters to make sure it stays in place. Yes I agree a dark stain would make it look really good. There was always a plan to use the bottom as some kind of storage. But unfortunately I no longer won the cage or the lizard as it was my girlfriends lizard at the time and we are no longer together. So I guess that means I’ll just have to make my own version 2.0 someday.

[@thereptiledude7247]

Something Jack Makes that suck bro, sorry to hear and dig up old memories. I’m going through a divorce now and I understand. Should have paid more attention to dates. Well I know you’re up north somewhere because of the snow and one day I want a Tegu so maybe I’ll have to have you comne help. Lmao

[@SomethingJackMakes]

The Reptile Dude hey now worries. It’s been long enough and I’ve moved on. Sorry to hear about your divorce. I hope things go smoothly for you. Outside enclosures would be ideal but up state NY is a little too cold for a tegu most of the year lol

[@thereptiledude7247]

Something Jack Makes that’s true. I was born in Plattsburgh. Don’t remember much but I have seen pics

[@SomethingJackMakes]

The Reptile Dude ThAts way way north. Very cold lol

[@savageishbu]

I’d love to seen an update on this!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

savageishbu unfortunately the tegu belong to the girl I was dating at the time and we are no longer together. So I don’t have the enclosure. Guess that means I should just get my own tegu?

[@savageishbu]

Something Jack Makes we all must make sacrifices for our craft. Lol.

[@savageishbu]

I come back and watch this video periodically. I’d like to know more about how you did your side windows

[@savageishbu]

@@SomethingJackMakes I finally built mine. I had to make some changes, but it looks descent. I’d love to show you what I did.

[@SomethingJackMakes]

@@savageishbu nice I’d like to see it. You can message me on Instagram if you want. At something_jack_makes

[@lillyatwood6272]

Can u PLEASE do a update on this?!!?!?!?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

I wish I could. Unfortunately the lizard belonged to my girlfriend at the time and we are no longer together. So I don’t have the lizard any more

[@MariahShidell]

Two years later how is this holding together?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

The tank is holding up well. Unfortunately the lizard belonged to my ex girlfriend and we aren’t together any more so I don’t have access to the lizard To do an update on.

[@jupitertheargentinetegu]

Awesome enclosure man 👍👍👍👍👍

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Heidi Stewber thanks. I appreciate that

[@96d96]

Does anyone know if theres any exo terra terrariums that could hold a tegu or caiman lizard?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

lee on the back wheel they could hold a juvenile. But I believe the biggest Exo Terra they make is a 36”long x 36”tall x 18” deep. That is much to small for an adult.

[@96d96]

@@SomethingJackMakes they have one that's 90 x 40 x 35 would that still be to small ??

[@SomethingJackMakes]

lee on the back wheel yeah that is still too small for an adult. You really need something like 240 cm by 120 cm by 120 cm

[@SeekingtheWild]

Cool build. Nice Work:)

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Herping Bros thanks !

[@jaliabrown9457]

The best😍😍😍

[@gxaxw666]

damn Jack now this is an enclosure!!!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Gusti Arya Wiriadhana thanks !!

[@EsteGlez]

can we get an update video?!

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Este Glez unfortunately no because the Tegu belonged to my girlfriend at the time but we are no longer together. So I don’t have acres to the Tegu any more :(

[@pickledips1380]

How much did this cost to make?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

my username is your decision it was around $500. But I got all the glass from old windows I got second hand on line.

[@bo3rapsterkiller363]

Loved the vid and build looks great but did you keep track of the measurements

[@SomethingJackMakes]

bo3rapster killer thanks. The tank itself is 4’ by 8’ by 3’ high. With the base it brings the entire set up to 5’ tall.

[@bo3rapsterkiller363]

@@SomethingJackMakes thanks so much I haven't got a tagu but beardi so I will be looking forward to make.it

[@SomethingJackMakes]

bo3rapster killer glad to hear. Next I’ll be working on turning a 125 gallon aquarium into a tank for my beardi. Maybe that will give you some ideas too. Stay tuned for video

[@bo3rapsterkiller363]

@@SomethingJackMakes you got me excited know can't wait I definitely be looking out for that video

[@bo3rapsterkiller363]

@@SomethingJackMakes have you made it yet if not when

[@kemaniwilliams6874]

Wish you could build one for me 😩

[@officialdoughbae675]

When you click on a diy thinking it’s something any person can do then realize this guy is like a professional carpenter 🥴

[@SomethingJackMakes]

I’m far from a professional lol. But I appreciate the compliment!

[@indacoma]

Awesome job

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Inda coma thanks!

[@codysanimalworld3361]

Yeah I used flex seal for mine, but been recently having lighting and basking areas cause mine is an adult male red tegu and his temp gotta be super dupa high lmao higher then I can get.

[@HuaWangUS]

No substrate?

[@SomethingJackMakes]

Terry Wang we put more substrate, mulch, and plants in after.