What is the REAL Cost Of A Tegu? MORE THAN YOU THINK!

Ever wonder what amount you are really spending on your Tegu? Are you looking to get a Tegu and are not sure of the cost? In this video, I discuss my initial and yearly costs for my Tegu and what the lowest possible cost for a Tegu is.
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I started getting into the reptile hobby in February of 2018. My first reptile was my Bearded Dragon - Maxine Pegasus (creator of duel monsters btw). Since then, I have added five Yellow Ackie Monitors (Asus, Dell, LG, and two unnamed babies), a Chacoan Black and White Tegu (Frappuccino), a Crested Gecko (Destin), and a Russian Tortoise (Tortellini). I also have a dog named Thrall (yes, from World of Warcraft) who is a Dachshund/Chihuahua mix - aka a Chiweenie.
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[@entitysexotics3884]

I’d like to see more of these cost breakdowns

[@Misha-ov7rb]

Same

[@ProfessorHerp]

more to come!

[@MrGir187]

I used old windows and scrap plywood to build my enclosure. Its 8x3x3 and probably cost me $100 -$150 plus the cost to seal it, so if your creative you can save a few bucks to!! I also used rocks i found and just washed them same for the sticks and logs. I use a storage bin as a hidebox and a cat litter pan as a water basin also,lol.

[@ProfessorHerp]

I would have no clue where to get old windows and scrap plywood haha. Good on you for saving all that dough though

[@72holguin]

Love this idea you should definitely turn this into a series im getting an ackie so maybe next 😀

[@ProfessorHerp]

Next video!

[@EyeSea4VseMoHajaEsAi]

thank u so much for making this cost breakdown, really appreciate the initial setup+animal + longterm maintenance. i've been playing with the idea about getting a tegu in the future (way, way in the future), and this is a really clear thing to think about, especially for ppl who wouldn't have a clear idea what they're really getting into until they're in it. look forward to seeing more of these :)

[@ProfessorHerp]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kevinthepig8512]

Not bad on the cost. You have an enclosure that won't rot. Im building mine and its not cheap if you do it well and make it to last. Great videos keep them coming!

[@ProfessorHerp]

What I like about AP enclosures is you can disassemble and reassemble them. Makes for easy moving and reuse

[@isaacnunez7596]

You forgot a humidifier or sprayer, gages for temp and humidity.

[@larrybolster1720]

I spent $100.00 dollar's on my red tegu and $100.00 dollars on custom enclosure with built-in ramp in basking spot. On Craigslist and they also delivered the enclosure in him from Merrill Wisconsin to Wausau Wisconsin for me. And I've been waiting for a taegu for a long time and I believe waiting paid off for me. 💖 And his name is Houdini. No he don't escape from enclosure.

[@WildLife_Perspective]

Great video 👍 Might have to make a video on this but with my savannah monitor. Also my halogen bulbs last more than 4 months so idk why your bulbs burn out so fast, might be a brand thing.

[@ProfessorHerp]

yeah my electric is wired not that great

[@baxterforbes]

I really want a tegu but right now as I’m 15 I wouldn’t be able to afford one :(

[@ProfessorHerp]

in time! I wish I was 15 again haha

[@donmountford797]

If someone you know is handy, you could make your own enclosure. We built our own for $200.

[@Madchris8828]

Its not as bad as I expected actually, lol

[@Scales13]

Defently makes me think of weather or not to get a tegu in the future

[@roland2864]

Bro I love you and your channel, but you are crazy! I was considering getting a tegu but there is no way I can afford this thing lmao. I'll stick with a corn snake.

[@ProfessorHerp]

haha thanks for watching!

[@Misha-ov7rb]

Loved the video!!!

[@IrieRogue]

I've been blessed with Pubba. His major cost is food (lots of quail, rats, and chicks)

[@ProfessorHerp]

how much would you say you spend weekly?

[@IrieRogue]

@@ProfessorHerp it varies. If I get a good deal, I can get enough chicks to feed him for two months for 30 dollars. So as little as four dollars a week. Sometimes it's more, though, closer to sixty, even eighty, so as much as 10 per week. I also get a bunch of vegetables and fruits to puree once every 5, 6 months, and I freeze them in portions. I then use the "mush" to stuff the chicks and rodents. That maybe costs 25, 30 bucks.

[@roland2864]

Appreciate this vid

[@PlanetOReptiles]

3:51 🤣

[@jess-sweetheartt8820]

how much does ur tegu coz to feed is a relatively common question aaked, but hard to answer dependinf on diet ur using Great video :) i gonna cost Zonda cost's tomo and have shared this on uk keppers page, hoping ppl will get involved and lets see what our darling lizards are costing us lol

[@ProfessorHerp]

did you figure out the cost? Ill go see if you posted haha

[@rottweilerfun9520]

I raw feed two grown Rottweilers. I feel your pain. I don't even want to know how much I spend every month.

[@minhannguyen450]

Are you sure your fixture is rated for the bulbs? Mine was dying quickly because of that. Then I fixed it and it doesn't die as often anymore. I did wire in the fixture myself for my beardie and ball python so I knew right away what went wrong.

[@ProfessorHerp]

hmm how could I tell? Sorry not to knowledgeable on this haha

[@minhannguyen450]

@@ProfessorHerp So, the fixture itself I think should be able to handle the bulb and the bottom of it should tells you what it can handle wattage wise (this is what I got: www.lowes.com/pd/Legrand-White-Ceiling-Socket/3235942?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-elc-_-google-_-lia-_-205-_-wiringdevices-_-3235942-_-0&store_code=2219&placeholder=null&gclsrc=aw.ds&&ds_a_cid=112741100&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqPzU_-yy6wIVyODICh3l3w8NEAQYASABEgLMJvD_BwE). What I did wrong when I wired mine up is using the wrong cord. To wire these up, I cut up an extension cord and strip the ends to wire it to the fixture. I picked a cord that couldn't take the wattage I needed and thus my bulb burned out within days. When the same happened to the second brand new bulb, I realized my mistake and fixed it.

[@deenmeah2162]

You wanted the words: nooks, crannies, bells, and whistles.

[@figuresix]

I use reptilinks also. I feed my girl 6 every 3 days. Ive talked to some people and they only feed 5 a week. How many do you feed, and how many times a week?

[@ProfessorHerp]

I feed 2 25g per feeding with two feedings weekly based on the sizing guide and talking with them

[@figuresix]

@@ProfessorHerp ok so reptilinks i get are 8 to 12g each, My girl is 2, almost 3 years old. She is 4 foot long now, she was very undersized and not taken care of when we adopted her in october. but pretty sure shes up to size now. Vet visit isnt due till October so not sure of her weight right now. So the 5 to 6 every 3 to 4 days is correct? Thank you for your time, I appreciate it.

[@Jason-sd1nw]

Where did you get the 40 gallon tank?

[@ProfessorHerp]

general reptile store

[@stephaniebruner8534]

Can you explain the food thing again it looks like something in a bag

[@ProfessorHerp]

The reptilinks?

[@Terreos]

I think she’ll make you sleep in the tegu cage instead. Better than outside. 👍

[@ProfessorHerp]

I've done a video sitting in that enclosure and I would definitely be dead within the hour hahaha

[@henrrryy2325]

You look like the Vsauce of reptiles!

[@RoakkyUS]

They are expensive reptiles.

[@tcmgirl78]

Suggestions: You may want to add a city, state and year... Most people may know where you live, but people coming across it on the internet may not think. Yes I said "THINK!" Some people "think" they are doing research, but forget that not all internet posts are from the area they live in. Yes, I know this sounds stupid. However, fast food locations need to put "Caution contents may be hot!" on HOT COFFEE! Just saying...

[@ProfessorHerp]

good point but I do not like to give my location to much!