Things You'll Need
- Anole cage
- Substrate
- Basking light bulb
- Quart jar
- 50-watt aquarium heater
- Décor
Instructions
Choose a cage for your anole home. Since anole lizards are small, two can live comfortably together in a 10-gallon aquarium enclosure with a lid.
Place substrate on the bottom of the anole cage. Substrates, such as potting soil, aspen or cedar mulch are good choices as they help hold humidity. Adding a layer of moss will also add to the humidity and offer hiding places for the anole.
Provide enough heat for your anole. A basking light can be a good choice for heating. You may need to experiment with the bulb wattage to reach the recommended 85 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Provide ample humidity for your anole. Placing a 50-watt aquarium heater in a jar of water inside of the cage will provide both warmth and humidity.
Decorate your anole's cage. Place branches, plants and stones in the cage to provide ample climbing areas for your anole. Rocks and terraces will provide basking areas.