List of safe foods for herbivorous reptiles:

A varied mixture of fresh vegetables should be offered every day. Dry foods and pellets can cause kidney issues, bladder stones, and, in some cases, MBD, as their stomachs are not designed to digest these. These meals should always be completed with the correct supplementation for your species.

Main (try to use a mix of at least 3 of these):

  • Romaine lettuce

  • Spring greens

  • Watercress

  • Rocket

  • Endive

  • Mustard greens

  • Collard greens

  • Pumpkin and squash

  • Fresh herbs (Coriander, mint, basil and parsley)

  • Dandelion greens

  • Plantain

  • Chickweed

  • Grated carrot or parsnip

  • Bell peppers

  • Flowers (Pansies, hibiscus, roses and nasturtiums)

Treats (Once a week):

  • Apples and pears (Remove the seeds)

  • Blueberries, strawberries, blackberries

  • Mango, guava, papaya, peaches and melons

  • Banana (Rarely)

Foods to avoid (Always do research before feeding new foods):

  • Avocado (Poisonous)

  • Grapes (Poisonous)

  • Rhubarb (Poisonous)

  • Iceberg lettuce and cucumber (Lacks nutrients)

  • Kale and spinach (Bind with calcium)