Northern Blue Tongue Skink | Tiliqua scincoides intermedia
Plan the habitat for the adult animal, with secure housing and room to carry out its natural behaviour.
At a Glance
| Origin & natural habitat |
Northern Australia; warm woodland and grassland. |
| Adult size |
Around 45–60 cm including tail. |
| Lifespan |
15–20 years or more. |
| Temperament |
Individuals vary; allow time to settle before any handling. |
| Activity |
Day-active. |
| Social needs |
House individually. |
Housing & Setup
Enclosure dimensions are length × depth × height unless stated otherwise. Plan for the adult animal; larger, suitably furnished housing is encouraged.
| Adult housing |
At least 120 × 60 × 60 cm for one adult; larger is encouraged. |
| Temperature |
Basking surface around 35–40°C; cool end around 24–27°C. |
| Lighting & UVB |
Provide a regular day/night cycle with darkness at night. Select species-appropriate UVB, with shaded retreats and safe lamp distances. |
| Humidity / moisture |
Around 40–60%, with access to a damp shedding hide. |
| Substrate |
Diggable reptile-safe substrate with dry resting zones. |
| Furnishings & filtration |
Secure hides and furnishings; drinking water must remain accessible. |
Behaviour & Compatibility
House individually. Support the whole body during short handling sessions; do not lift by the tail.
Feeding & Nutrition
Varied, balanced omnivorous diet with suitable greens and vegetables plus appropriate animal-protein foods. Growing juveniles need proportionally more protein and more frequent meals than adults. Ask our team for the established diet, portions and calcium/vitamin schedule. Provide shallow fresh water.
Routine Care
Check temperatures, humidity, appetite and behaviour daily. Replace drinking water and remove waste promptly. Clean bowls and contaminated furnishings regularly; monitor weight and shedding. Arrange advice from an exotics vet for persistent changes in appetite, breathing or movement.
Important Before Buying
Run and check the enclosure before collection. Adult housing requirements apply even when the animal is sold as a baby. Confirm the animal’s current food, age and supplement schedule with our reptile team.
Live Animals Are Click & Collect Only
We do not ship live animals. Order online and wait for confirmation that your animal is ready before collecting from Newlands Home and Garden Centre, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. Have the enclosure prepared and its conditions checked before collection.