{"product_id":"cb-ackie-monitor","title":"CB Ackie Monitor","description":"\u003cp class=\"GjcqjG1A\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAckie Monitor (\u003cem\u003eVaranus acanthurus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"broZnj5F\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ackie Monitor is one of the most popular monitor lizards in the reptile hobby, prized for its intelligence, manageable size, and inquisitive personality. Native to the rocky deserts of northern Australia, this active species is constantly exploring, digging, and basking, making it an incredibly rewarding reptile to observe. With the right setup and regular interaction, Ackie Monitors can become confident and engaging pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAckie Monitors originate from the hot, arid regions of Australia, where they shelter amongst rocks and in deep burrows to escape the heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, secure vivarium (minimum 4ft x 2ft x 2ft for a single adult, larger preferred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasking spot: 50–60°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm side: 30–35°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCool side: 24–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate (30–50%) with a humid burrow or hide available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality UVB lighting is essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rocks, logs, hides, climbing structures, and deep digging areas to encourage natural behaviours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAckie Monitors are active insectivores with a healthy appetite and require a varied, protein-rich diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crickets, locusts, roaches, mealworms, silkworms, and occasional pinkie mice or quail eggs as treats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJuveniles: Daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults: 3–4 times per week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust feeder insects regularly with calcium and vitamin supplements, and always provide fresh water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAckie Monitors are intelligent, curious reptiles that thrive with enrichment and regular interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alert, inquisitive, and often become tame with regular handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can become very confident and tolerate regular interaction when socialised correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–20 years with proper care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain high basking temperatures, provide regular enrichment, and keep the enclosure clean and secure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose an Ackie Monitor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntelligent and highly interactive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller and more manageable than many other monitor species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive, curious, and rewarding to observe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful natural colouration with a distinctive spiny tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent choice for experienced reptile keepers looking for an engaging lizard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ackie Monitor is often considered the ideal monitor lizard for captivity, combining intelligence, personality, and manageable size into one truly fascinating reptile.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"livestock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57359059452279,"sku":null,"price":265.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2145\/4643\/files\/3B0D89CD-CC12-4FFE-8B57-C62FFF9AC5E0.jpg?v=1786101452","url":"https:\/\/tropical-supplies.co.uk\/products\/cb-ackie-monitor","provider":"Tropical Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}