# Common collared lizard — care routine

Crotaphytus collaris

## Before arrival

- [ ] Plan a bright, spacious running habitat and a dependable varied insect supply.
- [ ] Wildform proposes 120 × 60 × 60 cm or larger for one adult, exceeding the guide’s smaller 91 × 46 × 46 cm example. Secure rocks before adding diggable substrate.
- [ ] Run and record the completed habitat through daytime and overnight conditions before arrival.

## Routine checks

- [ ] Check safe basking access, water and food intake.

## Regular care and records

- [ ] Inspect rock supports, usable running space and UV exposure after any furnishing change.

## When to seek help

- [ ] Watch locomotion, body condition and egg-laying behaviour. Repeated falls, weakness or persistent straining need veterinary assessment.
- [ ] Arrange appropriate professional assessment for injury, sudden decline or repeated care problems.

## Sources

- Collared lizard care (ReptiFiles): https://reptifiles.com/collared-lizard
- Successful keeping and breeding of Crotaphytus collaris (British Herpetological Society): https://www.thebhs.org/publications/the-herpetological-bulletin/issue-number-100-summer-2007/3020-hb100-01/file

Read the full care guide and the cautions for your animal: https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/common-collared-lizard/