How difficult is it to keep Black Roughneck Monitor?

Advanced. This is an advanced-level species. It requires specialized equipment and advanced husbandry skills with precise environmental control.

What is the lifespan of Black Roughneck Monitor?

The average lifespan of Black Roughneck Monitor is 10-20 years in captivity. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Black Roughneck Monitor get?

Black Roughneck Monitor typically reaches 90-120 cm total length (max 150 cm) as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Black Roughneck Monitor?

Black Roughneck Monitor feeds on: Carnivore (insects, crabs, spiders, frogs). Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Black Roughneck Monitor?

The price of Black Roughneck Monitor varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Black Roughneck Monitor

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Varanus rudicollis

A slender, long-snouted monitor named for the large pointed scales on the back of its neck. It lives in rainforest and mangroves and feeds mainly on insects, crabs and other small animals.

Difficulty

Advanced

Temperature

25〜32℃ (typical for Reptile & Amphibian)

Lifespan

10-20 years in captivity

Size

90-120 cm total length (max 150 cm)

Humidity

40〜70%

Diet

Carnivore (insects, crabs, spiders, frogs)

About

The black roughneck monitor is a medium to large Varanus found in southern Myanmar, southern Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia (including Penang), the Riau Archipelago and the Indonesian islands of Sumatra, Bangka and Borneo; records from the Philippines are doubtful. It lives in primary and secondary rainforest and mangrove swamps and is rarely seen in the wild, whether through rarity or very secretive habits is unclear. Adults usually reach 90 to 120 cm, with a reported maximum of 150 cm. It is gracile and long-bodied with a pointed snout, and adults are easily recognized by the large pointed scales on the neck. Dietary studies have found ants, termites, stick insects, cockroaches, grasshoppers, beetles, spiders, scorpions, crabs, frogs and frog eggs, so invertebrates dominate. In captivity it is known for a very calm temperament and rarely bites or tail-whips, but it is shy: when threatened it flees, puffs up its throat or closes its eyes and plays dead. In Japan imported animals are sold by specialist shops.

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Lifespan of the Black Roughneck Monitor

The Black Roughneck Monitor lives 10-20 years in captivity.

Captive lifespan is about 10 to 20 years.

Size of the Black Roughneck Monitor

The Black Roughneck Monitor grows to 90-120 cm total length (max 150 cm).

Basic Info

Origin

Southern Myanmar, southern Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia, Riau Archipelago, Sumatra, Bangka and Borneo

Lifespan

10-20 years in captivity

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Varanus rudicollis (Gray, 1845)

Synonyms: Uaranus rudicollis Gray, 1845, Varanus salvator scutigerulus Barbour, 1932, Varanus swarti Mangili

Authority databases: GBIF · The Reptile Database: Varanus rudicollis · GBIF: Varanus rudicollis

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

CITES Appendix II

Listed in CITES Appendix II. International trade requires an export permit from the country of origin, but no registration is needed to keep or transfer the animal within Japan. The whole genus Varanus has been listed since 1975.

Sources: Species+ (CITES): Varanus rudicollis

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.