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12-19-2002, 03:21 AM
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Is there such a thing???? I have been thinking about getting a monitor. I don't want somethng that gets HUGE, about 4 foot tops. I've thought about ackies, but I would like to know what my options are. And of coarse I'm not the type of person that gets into an animal without research. Big no no!
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12-19-2002, 03:23 AM
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I think an ackie would be a good choice. I have read that Savannah's will 'tame' down somewhat with lots of love and attention.
Good luck with whatever you decide on, they are neat lizards!
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12-19-2002, 03:24 AM
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The only advice I can give about that is that Niles are NOT good beginer monitors. [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_wink.gif[/img]
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-Morti, who owns a nile.
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12-19-2002, 04:17 AM
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Avoid anything labelled as a 'water monitor'. [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_smile.gif[/img]
Along with the other recommendations made here, I'd throw in tree monitors. Assuming you can afford the price tag. =)
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12-19-2002, 04:17 AM
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<TABLE BORDER=0 ALIGN=CENTER WIDTH=85%><TR><TD><font class="pn-sub">Quote:</font><HR></TD></TR><TR><TD><FONT class="pn-sub"><BLOCKQUOTE>The only advice I can give about that is that Niles are NOT good beginer monitors. </BLOCKQUOTE></FONT></TD></TR><TR><TD><HR></TD></TR></TABLE>
Oh.... I know enough to stay away from them.... [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_lol.gif[/img]
<TABLE BORDER=0 ALIGN=CENTER WIDTH=85%><TR><TD><font class="pn-sub">Quote:</font><HR></TD></TR><TR><TD><FONT class="pn-sub"><BLOCKQUOTE> I think an ackie would be a good choice. </BLOCKQUOTE></FONT></TD></TR><TR><TD><HR></TD></TR></TABLE>
I thought so too, but I was hoping to find somethin a little bigger. And I don't think Savannahs are pretty enough. (Sorry) [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_rolleyes.gif[/img]
I love the look of black throats and peach throats. Prehistoric!
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12-19-2002, 04:43 AM
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Dumerils monitors are the best I've come across so far. All monitor claws and tails [and teeth, of course] are murder on our delicate human skin, but peach throats take it to a whole new level. Fpr being moderately petite, these guys can tear you up pretty fast. One of the most beautiful varanids, though. Although they generally seem to be very skittish and flighty.
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12-19-2002, 04:57 AM
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I was gonna say the Dumerils ones also Cpn. They seem to be on the "tamer" side and also don't get as huge as some of the others even.
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12-19-2002, 04:28 PM
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Exactly...though, if 'prettiness' is a factor for choosing, I doubt they'll choose a dumeril. They're gorgeous as babies, but they tend to dull down to nice shades of charcoals, browns, and greens as adults.
Still an excellent species to start with, though.
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12-19-2002, 04:46 PM
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or if size is an issue Timor monitors are really cool too.
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12-19-2002, 05:59 PM
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What about "Ackies" they are smaller mild tempered.
Not tooo expensive either, what you make up for in price of the animal, you save on the cost of housing : )
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12-19-2002, 07:02 PM
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<TABLE BORDER=0 ALIGN=CENTER WIDTH=85%><TR><TD><font class="pn-sub">Quote:</font><HR></TD></TR><TR><TD><FONT class="pn-sub"><BLOCKQUOTE>Dumerils monitors are the best I've come across so far. </BLOCKQUOTE></FONT></TD></TR><TR><TD><HR></TD></TR></TABLE>
I do like how dumerils look. It's not so much color as body style. Does anyone have any good resources for them. (books, sites, etc)
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12-19-2002, 11:06 PM
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www.google.com
Have fun. [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_wink.gif[/img]
Timor monitors ARE really cool...I had totally forgotten about them.
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12-20-2002, 12:21 AM
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I would most definately recomend ackies. Even if you evenutally want a larger monitor. I personally own 5 salvators, 2 BRN's, and 2 ackies. Of the group the ackies are the most fun to watch, interact with, and care for. Although initally more expensive their care, caging, and feeding will well make up for the purchase price compared to larger species.
With them you really can't go wrong. What ever your choice I think you will find monitors very entertaining. Best of luck.
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12-20-2002, 12:41 AM
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Gene, here's your pic:
It had two "http://"'s on there. [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_smile.gif[/img]
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12-20-2002, 12:53 AM
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WELCOME to the site !! [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
CUTE pics btw also [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_wink.gif[/img]
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12-20-2002, 12:59 AM
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Thanks!!
How did you get that pic to show up?
Those are my little ones. They are so entertaining its unreal.
Great site btw.
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12-20-2002, 01:00 AM
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I'm just that good Gene. [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_wink.gif[/img]
The trick is, there was an extra http:// at the front of your image link.
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12-20-2002, 01:11 AM
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Thats what I get for trying to copy and paste!!
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12-20-2002, 01:21 AM
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What a beauty, Gene! [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_eek.gif[/img] Not as nice as Kate...but I'm partial..hehehehe
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12-20-2002, 05:13 AM
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Is Kate the Nile?
If so I have seen a pic. A very pretty monitor indeed, I can understand you being just a bit partial. [img]modules/Forum/images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
How is all that going by the way? I see that Morti asked about uvb light on KS. There are many theories on the matter. If you are not familiar with a guy by the name of Frank Retes, he runs a place (his home) called Goanna Ranch. He has bred thousands of monitors and does not use uv bulbs. I have had great success keeping mine so far with out the use of uv. Monitors are bulldozers by nature. They love to dig, hide, stay buried out of sight for long periods of time given the choice. I don't think they use light like Iguanas and other such herps.
I would love to know how you have Kate (?) set up. Perhaps I could offer some suggestions.
Later, Gene
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