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This is a specific care sheet for Brown Basilisks (Basiliscus vittatus), for more in this genus see Category:Basiliscus.

Brown Basilisk care sheet Basiliscus vittatus Brown Basilisk.jpg Brown Basilisk.jpg Scientific classification Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Subphylum: Vertebrata Class: Reptilia Subclass: Diapsida Order: Squamata Suborder: [[:Category:|]] Family: [[:Category:|]] Subfamily: [[:Category:|]] Genus: Basiliscus Species: B. vittatus

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The Brown Basilisk is one of few lizards that have the ability to run on top of water.

Pet Reptile (Basiliscus vittatus) Care Information
Regions Found:	Central America
Natural habitat:
Longevity:
Years to Maturity:
Adult Size:	28 to 32 inches
Temperament:
Housing, Feeding and Climate of Basiliscus vittatus
Housing Size:	50 to 60 gallons
Reptile Foods:
Temperature:
Humidity:
Reptile Lighting:	full-spectrum UVB
Special Requirements:
Breeding Basiliscus vittatus
Breeding Difficulty:
Basiliscus vittatus Clutch Size:
Gestation Period:
Incubation Temperature:	84 to 88F
Incubation Humidity:
Incubation Period:
Health
Any serious health issues
Recommended Pet Supplies for Basiliscus vittatus
Reptile cage (suitable vivarium or aquarium) Reptile heat lamp, UTH, UVB lamp or recommended heating/lighting source Reptile thermometer and thermostat to regulate temperature Water source Reptile accessories and cage decorations Reptile cleaning equipment Reptile food nb. All of these can be purchased from an online pet store

Feeding

Since the Brown Basilisk is an omnivore they will need a combination of meat and plants. Using a variety of vegetables to make up the plant part is the best idea. Fruits can also be used but only in small quantities. For the meat you can use many different insects such as crickets, mealworms and waxworms in addition to baby mice and even goldfish. Their food should have a good multivitamin supplement that includes calcium dusted on it.

Brown Basilisks are known for bathing in their water so they will need a relatively large water dish. Of course the water will need to be replaced daily as it will get dirty quickly.

Habitat

Lighting

Like most lizards the Brown Basilisk will need a full-spectrum fluorescent light in their habitat to provide them with UVB rays. If the light puts off enough heat it can also be used to provide a basking spot.

Physical Design

In the wild the Brown Basilisk spends much of its time up in the trees so in captivity it will also require plenty of areas to climb on. They also like to hide behind plants and leaves so take this into account as well.

Size

An appropriate size for a full grown Brown Basilisk is approximately 50 to 60 gallons.

Temperature

84 to 88 degrees F is the optimal daytime temperature for Brown Basilisks. At night the temperature should drop to about 75 degrees F.