red ackie monitor babies (varanus acanthurus)

Red Ackie Monitor Babies

Red ackie monitor babies (Varanus acanthurus) are among the most popular dwarf monitor lizards in the reptile hobby. Known for their stunning reddish tones and manageable size, these active lizards are ideal for intermediate keepers. For healthy captive-bred hatchlings and supplies, visit onestopreptileshop.com.

Why Choose Red Ackie Monitor Babies?

Red ackie babies are intelligent, energetic, and relatively easy to care for compared to larger monitors. They develop deep red hues along their backs and tails as they mature, making them a striking addition to any collection.

Key highlights:

• Average adult size: 24–28 inches

• Long lifespan: 15–20 years

• Known for digging and basking behaviors

• Highly active and responsive

• Great for well-researched beginners or experienced keepers

Also called ackie monitors, these reptiles thrive when provided with space, heat, and enrichment.

Housing Red Ackie Monitor Babies

A proper habitat ensures your red ackie babies grow healthy and confident. They’re terrestrial and love to dig, so deep substrate and heat gradients are a must.

Enclosure setup tips:

• Minimum size: 4’x2’x2′ for adults

• Substrate: 6–12 inches of soil/sand mix

• Basking spot: 120–135°F

• Ambient: 85–90°F

• Cool side: 75–80°F

• UVB lighting required

• Provide rocks, hides, and climbing branches

These Varanus acanthurus enjoy tunneling, basking, and exploring, so give them a habitat that supports natural behavior.

Feeding Red Ackie  Babies

Like all monitors, red ackie babies are carnivores. Their diet should be protein-rich and varied.

Feeding suggestions:

• Insects: crickets, dubia roaches, superworms

• Treats: pinky mice (occasionally), raw egg

• Feed young ones daily; adults every other day

• Always dust insects with calcium and D3

The red ackie has a fast metabolism and big appetite. Feeding with tongs helps build trust and reduce aggressive feeding behavior.

Conclusion

Red ackie  babies are bold, beautiful, and full of energy. Their size, behavior, and vibrant coloration make them one of the most rewarding dwarf monitors available today.

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