Major League Exotics
Tanimbar
Tanimbar
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This female Tanimbar Blue-Tongued Skink (Tiliqua scincoides chimaerea) is the smallest and one of the most sought-after blue-tongue subspecies, hailing from the Tanimbar Islands of Indonesia. Known for their bright orange-red eyes, high-contrast banding, and famously feisty-but-tameable personalities.
A compact, characterful skink that makes a fantastic interactive display lizard.
At a Glance: Sex: Female | Maturity: Juvenile | Origin: Wild Caught
Highlights & Features
- Rare Tanimbar Locale: The smallest blue-tongue subspecies, prized by skink keepers.
- Striking Orange Eyes: Bright reddish-orange eyes set against bold banding.
- Big Lizard Personality: Curious, food-motivated, and tameable with regular interaction.
- Manageable Size: Compact adult footprint compared to other blue-tongues.
Care Specifications
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Enclosure Size | Minimum 36" x 18" x 12" for an adult; floor space matters most. |
| Social Behavior | House individually; blue-tongues are best kept solo. |
| Temperature | Basking spot 95–100°F with a cool end in the high 70s°F. |
| Humidity | 40–60% with a water bowl; provide UVB lighting. |
| Diet | Omnivore: quality wet dog/cat food, insects, greens, and vegetables. |
| Substrate & Decor | Cypress mulch or a soil blend with a snug hide and low, sturdy decor. |
Note: This animal is wild-caught / import. We recommend a quarantine period and a vet check for new keepers, and are happy to answer husbandry questions.
Live Animal Shipping & Pickup Information
Temperature-Controlled Overnight Shipping: All live orders ship exclusively via specialized overnight freight to guarantee safe arrival by noon the next day. Shipments are climate-monitored and packed in insulated boxes with heat or cold packs as weather dictates. Note: our live arrival guarantee requires a signature upon the very first delivery attempt.
Local NJ Pickup (Advance Notice Required): Because our animals are kept under strict bio-security protocols at our off-site breeding facility, they are not housed on our main storefront shelves. You are welcome to pick up, but we require advance notice so our team can coordinate the drop-off to our main retail storefront. Alternatively, pickup can be arranged directly at our Northern New Jersey breeding facility. Please contact us after checkout to coordinate your pickup location and time.
Trade Show Pickup: We attend lots of reptile and exotic trade shows throughout the year, and you can arrange to pick up your order with us at a show — saving on shipping. Check our current show listings on our website and contact us after checkout to reserve your animal for pickup at an upcoming event.
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