Another Enclosure Question

[Vinnie]

Hello again everyone. It turns out I am getting an Argentine Black and White Tegu for my birthday. Will a 6x3x2 enclosure be ok for it as long as it gets plenty of free roam time? Also, is height important for Tegus? Is the 2ft height not good?

[Nessie]

Some will argue about the tank size since a 6x3x3 is claimed to be a minimum. Most recommend 8x4 and others 10x4. My guy is in an 8x4 and I feel I could easily add another in there with him and still have plenty of room. I know someone that houses three in a 6x3x3 and claims that's is sufficient (I feel that is pushing it). Roam time is good for exercise and stimulation but it is really importants that they are in a controlled environment for the bulk of the day to promote good health. I think the 2ft height is fine but you will have to mount the lights on the outside of the enclosure with exception to the uv tube if that is what u decide to use. For one tegu I think that size is fine.