Sudan Plated Lizard Lethargy

Symptoms

• not moving
• reduced appetite
• doesn’t struggle when grabbed
• struggles weakly when grabbed

Cause

• low basking temps
• too hot
• not enough UVB
• not enough food
• illness

Treatment

Lethargy is a very generic problem that is usually a symptom of a larger problem in the lizard’s health, husbandry, or both. If your plated lizard is acting tired or sluggish with reduced appetite, reevaluate your husbandry and schedule an appointment with a reptile vet. They will be able to diagnose any underlying health issues causing the lethargy.